Systemic Factors Flashcards
1
Q
What drugs can cause gingival hyperplasia?
A
Phenytoin (anti-epileptic)
Calcium channel blockers e.g. Nifedipine
Cyclosporin-A
2
Q
When can sex hormones cause gingivitis?
A
Puberty
Pregnancy
Menstrual cycle
3
Q
What are the clinical features of pregnancy gingivitis?
A
Profuse bleeding Inflamed gingiva Oedematous inter-dental papilla Smooth, shine and soft appearance Raspberry like masses (epulis)
4
Q
What syndromes come with a predisposal to periodontal disease?
A
Papillon-Lefevre (loss of primary teeth 4yrs, loss of permanent teeth 14yrs)
Down’s Syndrome (due to impaired immune function)
5
Q
What systemic diseases have a connection with periodontal disease?
A
Cardiovascular disease Diabetes Rheumatoid artheritis Osteoporosis Metabolic syndrome
