Summary
Introduction:
This summary will provide an overview of a systematic review on the impact of vaping on periodontitis. The review follows a comprehensive methodology and includes 8 case-control studies. The key points of the study design and major findings will be summarized, followed by a main message highlighting the implications of the study.
Key Points:
* The review used the PICOs format to create a research question about the impact of vaping on periodontitis.
* A systematic search of electronic databases was performed up to March 2020, and 8 case-control studies were selected after assessing their risk of bias.
* The estimated effects of vaping on periodontal parameters showed increased plaque, marginal bone loss, clinical attachment loss, pocket depth, and reduced bleeding on probing.
* All studies included in the review were carried out in Saudi Arabia and had a case-control design.
* The Joanna Briggs Institute assessment tool for risk of bias of cross-sectional studies was used to assess the risk of bias.
* The studies had a combined sample size of 582 (574 males and 8 females) ranging from 24 to 45 years of age.
* The history of vaping habits ranged from 0.9 to 8.7 years.
* The risk of bias was categorized as high, moderate, or low based on the percentage of yes in the JBI critical appraisal checklist tool.
Main Message:
The main message of this study is that within the limitations of the review and the selected included studies, the available results point to increased destruction of the periodontium leading to the development of periodontitis in vapers. However, more clinical studies are needed to fully characterize the impacts of vaping on periodontitis. The study highlights the importance of bringing attention to different side effects associated with vaping, especially given its growing popularity. The findings of this study have regulatory implications and emphasize the need for further research to better understand the impacts of vaping on oral health.
Citation
Figueredo CA, Abdelhay N, Figueredo CM, Catunda R, Gibson MP. The impact of vaping on periodontitis: A systematic review. Clinical and experimental dental research. 2021;7(3):376-384. doi:10.1002/cre2.360
