Comparative Assessment of Clinical Periodontal Parameters Among Diabetic Versus Non-Diabetic Males in Erbil City

Lana Burhan Jaff; Wan Mand Dizayee; Rebaz Samir Ismail; Wasfi Taher Saalih Kahwachi

doi:10.23918/eajse.v12i1p4

Authors

Lana Burhan Jaff Department of Periodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq https://orcid.org/0009-0000-6721-3826
Wan Mand Dizayee Department Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq. https://orcid.org/0009-0007-9512-9980
Rebaz Samir Ismail Department of Basic Science, Faculty of Dentistry, Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3075-4842
Wasfi Taher Saalih Kahwachi Department of Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1610-2998

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23918/eajse.v12i1p4

Keywords:

Periodontal Disease, Periodontitis, Diabetes, Periodontal Parameters, Oral Hygiene

Abstract

Periodontal disease is an inflammation considered one of the main causes of tooth loss. Chronic type is depicted by the gradual breakdown of the tissues surrounding the tooth. Multiple factors increase the risk of periodontitis, including poor oral hygiene, smoking, stress, diabetes, genetic factors, and certain medications. Elevated blood sugar levels that affect the immune system lead to periodontal inflammation, suggesting a bidirectional relationship. The severity of periodontitis is increased by Type 2 diabetes, and glycemic control might be adversely affected by chronic periodontitis with compromised immune responses and vascular changes. Current research aimed to compare periodontitis among diabetic and non-diabetic patients, evaluating diabetes duration, brushing status, and clinical parameters. A clinical comparative study included 60 male patients aged 35 to 70 years, divided into two groups: 30 (Diabetic with periodontitis) and 30 (non-diabetic with periodontitis). Data collected at the Faculty of Dentistry, Tishk International University, Erbil. Results showed that all clinical parameters differed significantly between the diabetic and non-diabetic groups. In addition, the latter group showed that all parameters were higher in the non-brushing group than in the brushing group, with significant differences. In conclusion, maintaining glycemic control and proper oral hygiene helps reduce the incidence of periodontal disease.

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