Quantification of oral neutrophil counts in periodontal health and disease utilising a standardised oral rinse.

Journal: Journal of oral and maxillofacial pathology : JOMFP
Published Date: Dec 20, 2023

Abstract

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Polymorphonuclear neutrophils are the most abundant leukocytes in humans and are key host cells in defence against invading microorganisms. The oral neutrophil count may be an indicator of the periodontal health status, which correlates with the severity of periodontal disease. This study attempts to quantify orogranulocytes utilising an oral rinse and to assess the usefulness of this method in evaluating the oral inflammatory load much the same way the circulating neutrophils are used to screen for patients with infection in extra-oral sites.

Authors

  • Johnson Prakash Dlima
    Department of Periodontics, Annoor Dental College and Hospital, Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam, Kerala, India.
  • Jose Paul
    Department of Periodontics, Annoor Dental College and Hospital, Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam, Kerala, India.
  • Senny Thomas
    Department of Periodontics, Annoor Dental College and Hospital, Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam, Kerala, India.
  • Priya Thomas
    Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Annoor Dental College and Hospital, Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam, Kerala, India.
  • Jiss Antony
    Department of Periodontics, Annoor Dental College and Hospital, Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam, Kerala, India.

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