Bone Remodeling and Non-surgical Periodontal Therapy

Evaluation of Bone Remodeling Markers Following Non-surgical Periodontal Therapy in Periodontitis Patients (Prospective Clinical Trial)

Previous studied have investigated the pathophysiological role and expression of Cathepsin K (Ctsk) , receptor activator of the NF-κB ligand (RANKL) and periostin in active periodontitis and peri-implantitis lesions. However, the potential influence of non-surgical periodontal therapy including scaling and root planning on the bone remodeling markers level over different trial times have not well determined. Thus, the current research is conducted to address this influence. Thus, the research question will be: In patients with periodontitis, does the level of bone remodeling markers altered after successful NSPT during different healing time periods?

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Both males and females.
2. Unstable periodontitis.
3. No previous periodontal treatment is conducted during the past 6 months.
4. Good general health without history of any systemic diseases.
5. Present with at least 20 teeth.
6. Non-smokers.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Subjects have any intraoral plaque retentive factors such as those wearing partial denture, crown and bridges, and orthodontic appliances.
2. Subjects receiving antibiotic therapy during the previous 3 months.
3. Pregnant or lactating women.
4. Smokers.
5. Not willing to participate or continue to conduct the study.