The periodontium or the commonly known as the tooth supporting tissues consists of the gums, alveolar or jaw bone, the periodontal ligament and the cementum of tooth. Numerous systemic conditions can have effects on the periodontal tissues such as:

• Physiological changes (mainly sex hormone effects)
• Systemic disease – endocrines, genetic conditions, granulomatous conditions, blood disorders, immunological conditions, dermatoses
• Infections
• Drug reactions
• Dietary and nutritional factors

This article will discuss some of the systemic factors stated above that are more commonly seen. Continue reading →