Low association between bleeding on probing propensity and the salivary aMMP‐8 levels in adolescents with gingivitis and stage I periodontitis

Background and Objective Bleeding on probing (BOP) is a widely accepted measure used in periodontal diagnostics. Previous studies suggest that several factors can affect BOP propensity. The aim of this study was to investigate the relative impact of different local and modifying factors on BOP level...

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Published in:Journal of periodontal research 2021-04, Vol.56 (2), p.289-297
Main Authors: Räisänen, Ismo T., Sorsa, Timo, Tervahartiala, Taina, Raivisto, Teija, Heikkinen, Anna Maria
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
Adolescents
Adult
Birth
Bleeding
Dentistry
diagnosis
Female
gingival bleeding on probing
Gingivitis
Gum disease
Humans
Hygiene
Inflammation
Male
Matrix metalloproteinase
Matrix Metalloproteinase 8
Metalloproteinase
Oral hygiene
Periodontal Diseases
Periodontitis
Plaque index
Saliva
Teenagers
Toothbrushing
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Summary:Background and Objective Bleeding on probing (BOP) is a widely accepted measure used in periodontal diagnostics. Previous studies suggest that several factors can affect BOP propensity. The aim of this study was to investigate the relative impact of different local and modifying factors on BOP levels. Materials and Methods The oral health of five hundred and forty‐four adolescents (two birth cohorts) aged 15‐17 years living in Kotka, Finland, was examined including periodontal probing depth, visible plaque index, root calculus, and BOP. Whole saliva samples were collected and measured for active matrix metalloproteinase‐8 (aMMP‐8) by time‐resolved immunofluorometric assay (IFMA). Results Bacterial plaque/calculus accumulation (oral hygiene) had a major influence on BOP levels. The relative impact was several times greater compared with the extent of periodontal pocketing, aMMP‐8 levels, smoking, toothbrushing, or gender. Furthermore, BOP levels were significantly elevated among adolescents with poor oral hygiene than good oral hygiene even if adjusted for the extent of periodontal pocketing (P 
ISSN:0022-3484
1600-0765
DOI:10.1111/jre.12817