Inflammatory and prooxidant markers in response to periodontal treatment. A case report

Abstract

Background: The aim of this study is to determine the changes in serum levels of malondialdehyde, 8-hydroxy-2’-deoxyguanosine, hsCRP and fibrinogen as indicators of oxidative stress and inflammatory markers, in response to non-surgical periodontal treatment. Case description: The patient, a 51-year-old male diagnosed with periodontitis was taken so as to be studied with a therapeutic objective, which should allow after three months the time of diagnosis and after non-surgical treatment. Topical doxycycline was used as adjunctive medication. Conclusion: A significant reduction in both serum levels of pro-inflammatory markers and oxidative stress indicators is observed after periodontal treatment.