Periodontal Condition in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Effect of Anti-rheumatic Drugs

Conclusion:Periodontitis and clinical attachment loss were more in patients with rheumatoid arthritis than the healthy group, especially in drug consumers. Gingival index in patients without the history of consuming anti-rheumatic drugs was significantly higher than those who were drug consumers, indicating the effect of the medications on the signs of inflammation.
Source: Journal of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research