[Role of endotoxins in periodontal disease]

Stomatol Mediterr. 1989 Oct-Dec;9(4):339-45.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

The Authors, through a review of the literature, analyzed the role played by Endotoxins in the pathogenesis of the periodontal lesions. It is furthermore considered the therapeutic problem of the necessity of a complete removal of such substances from the dental root in arder to obtain a radicular surface which could allow a good healing of the periodontal lesions.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Dental Plaque / complications
  • Dental Plaque / microbiology*
  • Endotoxins*
  • Gram-Negative Bacteria / pathogenicity
  • Humans
  • Periodontal Diseases / etiology*
  • Periodontal Diseases / microbiology

Substances

  • Endotoxins