35th International Conference on Dental and Oral Health

Periodontal disease Periodontal disease is a common chronic inflammatory disease characterized by destruction of the supporting structures of the teeth and includes gingivitis and periodontitis. On the other hand, diabetes is a metabolic syndrome whose commonness is growing rapidly. It is known to be accompanied by serious complications such as blindness, gangrene, nephropathy, healing disorders, cardiovascular disease, and even death.   Periodontal disease is the sixth most prevalent complication of diabetes, as the risk of periodontitis increases about three times in diabetic patients compared to non-diabetics. Psychosomatic stress: There are two concepts/hypothesis to explain the relationship between “Psyche” and “Soma” Chronic diseases are the feedback of long-term interactions between a host and its environment and are multifactorial in nature. A number of mechanisms have been suggested, which could mediate the putative relationship between psychosocial c...

Dental diseases are the most common chronic diseases worldwide, and a costly burden to health care services. An estimated billion peoples worldwide suffer from dental caries (tooth decay). Dental diseases include dental caries, exploratory defects of enamel, dental erosion and periodontal disease. One of the current leading Dental Problem is Gum disease . ‘’ Gum disease” is an infectious disease by germs present in the gums and mouth. It is one of the most usual infections in people around the world. In its more severe form known as “periodontitis” the infection is long lasting. The soft gums and bone around the teeth disband over time. This can lead to loss of teeth. PERIODONTITIS may lead to RAISES blood sugar and causes type 2 diabetes. People with Diabetes , especially unrestrained diabetes, have more gum disease than those without diabetes. We have known that for a long time. Now, scientists are finding that gum disease may raise blood sugar levels in people wit...

What is Oral cancer? The word oral cancer includes cancers of the mouth and the pharynx (the back of the throat). Cancer is a disease where cells in the body grow abnormally. Oral cancer is a chronic disease where cancer cells form in the mouth, lips, cheeks, gums, tongue, hard palate, tonsils and the throat. Every day in each hour a person dies due to oral cancer. Oral cancer has been associated with the chronic and uncontrolled use of tobacco and alcohol . More recently it has been shown that Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection is also associated with oral cancer. What is the risk factor for developing oral cancer? 1     Tobacco and alcohol use : Most cases of oral cancer are linked to cigarette smoking, heavy alcohol use, or the use of both tobacco and alcohol together. Using tobacco plus alcohol lead to a much greater risk than using either substance alone.      HPV : Infection with the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus...