Rapidly progressive periodontal disease associated with HIV infection: report of case.
A case of rapidly progressive periodontal disease associated with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is presented. Rapid horizontal bone loss, with only moderate inflammation, occurred during a 13-month period. Pocket depth was significantly less than anticipated, given the degree of bone loss. The patient had no signs or symptoms of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). The cause, features, diagnosis, and management are discussed.
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Department of Public Health Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland 97201.
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Levin
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D000163:Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Q000150:complications*; D000328:Adult; D001862:Bone Resorption / Q000150:complications; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005884:Gingival Hemorrhage / Q000150:complications; D005889:Gingival Recession / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000150:complications*; D010514:Periodontal Pocket / Q000150:complications