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Periodontal Health and Its Relationship with Psychological Stress: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Macrì, Monica; D'Albis, Giuseppe; D'Albis, Vincenzo; Antonacci, Anna; Abbinante, Antonia; Stefanelli, Riccardo; Pegreffi, Francesco; Festa, Felice.
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  • Macrì M; Department of Innovative Technologies in Medicine & Dentistry, University "G. D'Annunzio" of Chieti-Pescara, 66100 Chieti, Italy.
  • D'Albis G; Department of Innovative Technologies in Medicine & Dentistry, University "G. D'Annunzio" of Chieti-Pescara, 66100 Chieti, Italy.
  • D'Albis V; Department of Innovative Technologies in Medicine & Dentistry, University "G. D'Annunzio" of Chieti-Pescara, 66100 Chieti, Italy.
  • Antonacci A; Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", 70121 Bari, Italy.
  • Abbinante A; Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", 70121 Bari, Italy.
  • Stefanelli R; Department for Life Quality Studies, University of Bologna, 40064 Bologna, Italy.
  • Pegreffi F; Department for Life Quality Studies, University of Bologna, 40064 Bologna, Italy.
  • Festa F; Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino Carlo Bo, 61029 Urbino, Italy.
J Clin Med ; 13(10)2024 May 16.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38792482
ABSTRACT

Background:

Studies suggest that chronic psychological stress can lead to oral health deterioration, alter the immune response, and possibly contribute to increased inflammation, which can impact the physiological healing of periodontal tissues. This cross-sectional study seeks to assess and improve clinical understanding regarding the relationship between perceived stress, mindfulness, and periodontal health.

Methods:

A total of 203 people were analyzed from December 2022 to June 2023. The Periodontal Screening and Recording (PSR) score and Gingival Bleeding Index (GBI), and Plaque Control Record (PCR) of every patient were registered. Subsequently, participants completed the Sheldon Cohen Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and the Mindfulness Awareness Attention Scale (MAAS) questionnaires. The collected data underwent statistical analysis, encompassing the evaluation of correlations and dependencies. Applying Welch's t-test to assess the relationship between MAAS and the variable indicating the presence or absence of periodontitis, a noteworthy p-value of 0.004265 was obtained.

Results:

This underscores a significant distinction in MAAS scores between patients affected by periodontitis and those unaffected by the condition. Additionally, Pearson correlations were computed for GBI and perceived stress, PCR and perceived stress, PCR and MAAS. The resulting p-values of 2.2-16, 3.925-8, and 2.468-8, respectively, indicate a statistically significant correlation in each instance.

Conclusions:

These findings contribute valuable insights into the interconnectedness of these variables, emphasizing the significance of their associations in the study context. Despite the limitations, the findings of this study suggest a significant relationship between psychological stress, mindfulness, and periodontal tissue health. Clinical trials are necessary to incorporate the assessment of a patient's psychological status as a new valuable tool in the management of periodontal health.
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: J Clin Med Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Italia Pais de publicación: Suiza
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: J Clin Med Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Italia Pais de publicación: Suiza