Systemic amyloidosis manifesting as localized, severe periodontitis
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Amyloidosis comprises a heterogenous group of disorders characterized by amyloid deposition in various organs. Clinicians should consider amylodosis as one of the systemic diseases that can lead to accelerated periodontal destruction in affected patients.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2004
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Spontaneous dissection of the internal carotid artery manifesting as pain in an endodontically treated molar
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A case study of a person, who experienced a spontaneous dissection of an internal carotid artery, that manifested initially as dental pain, in an endodontically treated molar, is presented.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2005
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Intensive periodontitis treatment improves blood vessel health
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The positive effects of intensive periodontitis treatment on blood vessel functioning are presented.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2007
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