Validating gingival surface temperature as an alternative tool in the diagnosis of periodontal disease activity: An observational clinical trial

Background. Elevated temperature has been recognized as an inflammatory sign. It is the only indication that can be both objectively and quantitatively evaluated and is considered as a potential indicator of periodontal disease. Assessing gingival surface temperature (GST) could be a diagnostic para...

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Main Authors: Sumanth Gunupati, Hasya Sappiti, Sreenivas Nagarakanti, BV Ramesh Reddy, Vijay Kumar Chava
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Tabriz University of Medical Sciences 2019-08-01
Series:Journal of Dental Research, Dental Clinics, Dental Prospects
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Online Access:https://joddd.tbzmed.ac.ir/PDF/joddd-25221