Severity of periodontitis and salivary interleukin-1β are associated with psoriasis involvement
Journal
Journal of the Formosan Medical Association = Taiwan yi zhi
Journal Volume
121
Journal Issue
10
Date Issued
2022-01-29
Author(s)
Hu, Jia-Xuan
Chu, Po-Han
Ma, Kevin Sheng-Kai
Abstract
Both psoriasis and periodontal diseases are characterized by an exaggerated immune response to the microbiota residing on epithelial surfaces. This study aimed to explore the associations between the severity of psoriasis and periodontal destruction in patients with psoriasis.
Subjects
Interleukin-1β; Periodontitis; Psoriasis; Psoriasis Area Severity Index; Saliva
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Type
journal article