title: Occlusal trauma--periodontal concerns.
abstract: While there is evidence that suggests that occlusal trauma is a risk factor for periodontal destruction, there is no evidence that indicates that occlusal trauma will initiate periodontal destruction. Effective plaque control and compliance with periodontal maintenance recommendations are key and essential factors necessary to assure successful treatment and control of periodontal disease.
authors.affiliation: Department of Periodontics, Baylor College of Dentistry, USA.
authors.forename: W W
authors.initials: WW
authors.lastname: Hallmon
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D003769:Dental Occlusion, Traumatic / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy; D003773:Dental Plaque / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000209:etiology*