2D and 3D ultrasound examination of gingival mucosa in case of patients with periodontal disease using a conventional high resolution transductor – preliminary study

Main goals: The primary objective of this study is to come out with an accesible, noninvasive procedure to assess and clearly determine the state of the micro-bloodflow within the mucous membrane of the gums. It is targeted to identify all and any of the anomalies produced by the parodonthic disease and to reveal some correlations that are to be found with the clinical-radiological testings and readings in order to have a precise image of the current and prospective stage of this affection. Methods and materials: There were involved 5 subjects with a normal parodonthic status as control group and 10 patients wit…