Impacto del uso de cigarrillos electrónicos en el estado periodontal.

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the periodontal status of vapers aged 18 to 28 in Guayaquil during the B 2024 semester. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional observational-descriptive study was conducted on a sample of 50 vaping patients, assessing their periodontal status using the Periodontal Screening and Recording (PSR) system and the O’Leary plaque index. Additionally, the Penn State Electronic Cigarette Dependence Index (PSECDI) was used to assess nicotine dependence levels among vapers. Results: 54% of participants exhibited bleeding on probing (PSR Code 1), with no evidence of severe periodontal pockets (Codes 3 and 4). A significant correlation was found between plaque percentage and periodontal status (p < 0.01), while nicotine dependence showed no association with PSR scores. No significant associations were found between periodontal status, gender, or prior use of conventional cigarettes. Conclusions: These findings suggest that while vapers may exhibit mild to moderate periodontal alterations, their impact on periodontal health may be less severe than that of conventional smokers. Longitudinal studies are recommended to evaluate the long-term effects of vaping on oral health.