Abstract:

Periodontitis is a prevalent inflammatory disease characterized by progressive clinical attachment loss and alveolar bone loss. The main goal of this research is to examine how age and gender affect the development of the periodontal diseases. The secondary objective of this study is to determine whether there is a correlation between the development of a vertical bone defect and its location in the oral cavity. This study included 30 non-smoking, systemically healthy patients (aged 30-65 years) diagnosed with Stage III or Stage IV periodontitis. A total of 48 vertical bone defects were registered using comprehensive clinical and radiographic examinations. Data on patient age, gender, and the specific location of each defect were statistically analysed.
In the present study, no significant difference was found in the percentage distribution between women and men. The highest concentration of patients was in the 40-55 age group. Given the small pool of studied participants more detailed prospective studies are required to determine the role of age and gender as modifying factors in the development of the periodontal diseases.
When it comes to where vertical bone defects are most often found, it can be concluded that their more frequent development in the distal areas of the dental arches, and in particular in the areas of the approximal tooth surfaces. The clear predisposition for defects in the mentioned areas suggests these they are at higher risk and require specific clinical attention for prevention and management, particularly in patients over 40.

Keywords: Periodontitis, Vertical bone defects, Gender, Age, Periodontal disease