Stress hormones regulate periodontal inflammation

E. Papathanasiou, I. Palaska, T.C. Theoharides

Article ID: 6025
Vol 27, Issue 3, 2013
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54517/jbrha6025
Received: 9 October 2013; Accepted: 9 October 2013; Available online: 9 October 2013; Issue release: 9 October 2013

Abstract

Periodontal disease involves inflammation of the gingival tissues, caused by microbial pathogens. Recent papers suggest that emotional stress worsens periodontal disease. Here we review the literature and propose that corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) secreted under stress stimulates gingival mast cells together with other neuropeptides and cytokines to secrete pro-inflammatory molecules that contribute to periodontal pathology. Stress reduction and/or mast cell inhibition may provide additional therapeutic approaches.


Keywords

bacteria;corticotropin-releasing hormone;inflammation;mast cells;periodontitis;stress


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