An Anaerobic Culture Study to Assess the Prevalence of Porphyromonas gingivalis in Periodontal Disease Incidences Among Adults

• Published in: Curēus (Palo Alto, CA) CA), 2024-07, Vol.16 (7), p.e65023
• Main Authors: Balan, Dhanasree K, John, Jiji, Ahamed, Shabeer, Syam, Nita, Sudhakaran, Greeshma, M, Lakshmy, Ali, Hasbeena
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: Bacteria; Biofilms; Carbon dioxide; Dentistry; Disease prevention; Gum disease; Mann-Whitney U test; Microorganisms; Pathogens; Teeth; Virulence
• ISSN: 2168-8184; 2168-8184
• DOI: 10.7759/cureus.65023

Introduction Periodontitis is a complex condition influenced by various factors involving interactions between the host and bacterial plaque. , an anaerobic gram-negative bacterium, is commonly linked with periodontal disease. Aim This study aimed to examine the occurrence of in individuals diagnosed with chronic periodontitis (CP) compared to those who show no clinical indications of periodontal disease. Methodology Patients diagnosed with CP (including both severe and moderate cases) and individuals without any signs of periodontal disease were recruited for this study. Samples were collected from the gingival pockets using curettes and were subsequently subjected to anaerobic culturing. Results A group of 30 patients, divided into moderate and severe CP, along with 30 healthy individuals serving as controls, were examined. In individuals with CP, was found in 23 (78%) of cases, while in healthy individuals, the prevalence was 10 (34%). The presence of was notably higher in those with periodontal diseases compared to healthy subjects, with rates of 23 (78%) vs. 10 (34%), respectively. Conclusion is frequently found in individuals with periodontal diseases as well as in those without such conditions, albeit in smaller quantities. Consequently, the existence of raises the probability of developing periodontal disease and may be regarded as a notable potential contributor to its initiation.