Magnesium and Zinc Levels in Individuals Having Generalized Chronic Periodontitis

Abstract

Background: Mineral insufficiencies may have far-reaching consequences both systemically and orally. The exact associations and roles of many of the elements are not unequivocally examined till now as far as chronic periodontitis (CP) is concerned. Aim: The present study was designed to evaluate and compare the serum levels of magnesium and zinc in CP cases as compared to healthy controls. Settings and Design: This study was conducted in the Department of Periodontology in MIDSR Dental College and Hospital, Latur. It was a cross-sectional study. Materials and Methods: This study included 60 individuals, 30 in each group, i.e. Group I –healthy controls and Group II – Generalized CP. Serum magnesium and serum zinc levels were analyzed using reagent kits. Statistical Analysis: The results obtained were analyzed by applying unpaired Student's t test. Results: Serum levels of magnesium and zinc were 1.30 + 0.78 mEq/L and 62.10 + 18.76 ug/dl, respectively, in CP cases and 1.89 + 0.48 mEq/L and 92.51 + 15.64 ug/dl, respectively, in healthy controls. Conclusion: The mean serum levels of magnesium and zinc were significantly altered in CP cases as compared to healthy controls.