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Iatrogenic Factors Affecting the Periodontium: An Overview
Ravi Varma Prasad 1 , *
Siddharth Chincholi 2
Deepika V 1
Syed Sirajuddin 3
Shriparna Biswas 3
Sandeep S Prabhu 3
Rakesh MP 3
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Siddharth Chincholi 2
Deepika V 1
Syed Sirajuddin 3
Shriparna Biswas 3
Sandeep S Prabhu 3
Rakesh MP 3
Authors Info & Affiliations
Abstract
The principal reason of gingival inflammation is bacterial plaque, along with other predisposing factors. These predisposing factors are calculus, malocclusion, faulty restorations, complications associated with orthodontic therapy, self- inflicted injuries, use of tobacco & radiation therapy. The contributing factors to gingival inflammation & periodontal destruction are deficient dental restorations and prosthesis. Inadequate dental procedures that add to the weakening of the periodontal tissues are referred to as iatrogenic factors.
Keywords: Bacteria, calculus, iatrogenic damage, inflammation, plaque, radiation therapy, restoration. .
