Čes. slov. farm. 2025, 74(3):194-198 | DOI: 10.36290/csf.2025.033
Periodontitis: pharmacist's options in its prevention and treatment
Periodontitis is the most common non-communicable inflammatory disease of humans. Although it affects the periodontal apparatus, its prevention and treatment are not solely the responsibility of the dentist and the dental hygienist. The pharmacist, as part of a multidisciplinary team, plays a role in supporting the patient's dental health and in identifying and educating at-risk patients. Increasing pharmacists' competence in the care of patients with periodontitis could lead to a reduction in its incidence and more effective treatment.
Keywords: periodontitis, dental plaque, smoking, diabetes, pharmacist.
Accepted: September 15, 2025; Published: October 2, 2025 Show citation
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