Review Article

Year : 2020

Volume : Volume 11

Issue : Issue 1

Association of Thyroid Diseases and Periodontitis: A Comprehensive Review

Dr. Naina Pattnaik.

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Naina Pattnaik.
nainapattnaik@gmail.com

Abstract


Background:  Thyroid hormones helps in the regulation of growth, development, and metabolic functions of the body. Thyroid disease can lead to imbalance in the homeostasis of the body. The influence of thyroid hormone dysfunction and its impact on periodontal disease progression, systemic health of the patient and the management of periodontal disease needed to be studied. This review summarizes the relationship between thyroid disease and periodontal status.

Keywords: Complete Denture Hygiene, Oral health, Oral hygiene practices.