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VOL. 3, ISSUE 1 (2021)
Immunology of periodontal diseases in diabetes and covid-19 patients
Authors
Adhithya B, M Sivaramakrishnan, A Santha Devy, N Vezhavendhan, R Suganya, Vidhyalakshmi
Abstract
Periodontal disease pathogenesis is a complex subject, requiring a thorough understanding of the macroscopic and microscopic features of the periodontium (i.e., the supporting structures of the tooth), as well as the role that the immune system plays in the host response. The role of the oral cavity in COVID-19 has been controversial. The inflammatory reaction within the body serves to contain or stop a local microbial attack, and prevents the spread of attacking organism. In Covid patients this may also result in the destruction of surrounding cells, connective tissue matrix and eventually bone.
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Pages:53-56
How to cite this article:
Adhithya B, M Sivaramakrishnan, A Santha Devy, N Vezhavendhan, R Suganya, Vidhyalakshmi "Immunology of periodontal diseases in diabetes and covid-19 patients ". International Journal of Dental Research, Vol 3, Issue 1, 2021, Pages 53-56
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