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According to wikipedia.org, periodontal diseases, "are those diseases that affect one or more of the periodontal tissues:
- alveolar bone
- periodontal ligament
- cementum
- gingiva
These include gingivitis and periodontitis.
A study published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases looks at the frequency of periodontal disease (PD) in those with ankylosing spondylitis (AS).
The authors conclude that "patients with AS have a significantly higher risk of PD, strongly suggesting the need for close collaboration between rheumatologists, periodontists and dental hygienists when treating patients with AS.
To read the study abstract click here.
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