Pathogenesis of Periodontal Diseases Biological Concepts for Clinicians /

This book aims to provide clinicians with a refined understanding of the biology that underlies periodontal diseases, thereby offering a sound basis for improved clinical decision making with regard to prevention strategies, diagnosis, and therapy. All significant aspects of periodontal pathogenesis...

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Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing, 2018.
Edition:1st ed. 2018.
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ISBN:9783319537375
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Table of Contents:
  • Periodontal Pathogenesis: Introduction and Definitions
  • Diversity of the Oral Microbiome in Periodontal Health and Disease
  • Subgingival Biofilms as Etiological Factors of Periodontal Diseases
  • Bacterial Virulence Factors that Contribute to Periodontal Pathogenesis
  • Central Role of Neutrophils in Periodontal Pathogenesis
  • Active Matrix Metalloproteinase 8 - Contributor to Periodontitis and a Missing Link between Dentistry and Medicine
  • Inflammatory Pathways of Bone Resorption in Periodontitis
  • Genetic Influences on the Periodontal Microbial-Host Cross-Talk
  • Antimicrobial Peptides: Roles in Periodontal Health and Disease
  • Periodontal Pathogenesis: Conclusions and Future Directions.