Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the gums. The incidence of periodontitis is
increasing all over the world. In patients with periodontitis, there is gradual destruction of the …

The purpose of this volume of PERIODONTOLOGY 2000 is to present the basic concepts
and facts constituting the current understanding of the pathogenesis of human periodontitis …

There is overwhelming evidence that bacteria cause periodontitis and that they do so by
extending apically along the surfaces of the tooth roots and creating pockets. A very complex …

It is now beyond question that dental plaque is the main etiologic factor in the pathogenesis
of periodontal diseases. However, recent advances have modified concepts regarding the …

Periodontitis is now seen as resulting from a complex interplay of bacterial infection and host
response, often modified by behavioral factors. There has been a fundamental change in the …

The purpose of this review was to assess the scientific and clinical bases for the proposed
classification of periodontitis. The clinical and histopathological signs and the etiology of …

A dynamic equilibrium between the periodontal microbiota and the host generally results in
a clinical state of periodontal health, characterized by minimal inflammatory changes in the …

Introduction: Chronic periodontal disease is a highly prevalent dental condition affecting
toothsupporting tissues. Scientific evidence is accumulating on links between periodontal …

Objectives: Describe the role of dental biofilm in development of periodontitis. Summarize
the differences between chronic periodontitis and aggressive periodontitis. Review …

The interaction between bacteria and eukaryotic cells is complex; active processes must
exist that allow us to live harmoniously with the bacteria which normally live on and within …