The current study showed that curcumin has inhibitory effect on polymorphonuclear leukocyte-type MMP-9 involved in matrix degradation in periodontitis. Since Curcumin has a potent anti-inflammatory effect, it may have therapeutic potential as a host modulation agent in periodontal diseases.

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Foreign body impactions can be frequently seen in childhood as children have a habit of putting different objects in the mouth. These impacted foreign bodies if not removed timely, at times can lead to severe reactions leading to granuloma formation. A simple injury, if ignored, can result in severe damage to oral tissue and even loss of the permanent tooth. Therefore, all penetrating injuries should be carefully assessed and treated timely. This study describes a rarest intraoral case of pencil core granuloma with retained graphite lead inside it that led to severe tissue reactions. Pencil core granuloma has been reported extra orally and on limbs. This case report describes the rarest case reported intraorally.

Periodontitis is a disease of periodontium resulting from pathogenic microorganisms combined with other risk factors. For many years, the relationship of obesity with periodontal disease has been debated. Recently, obesity is considered a risk factor for periodontitis. The pathomechanistic association studies have shown a link between adipose tissue secreted adipokines and periodontal disease, although the inherent mechanisms are obscure. Thus, this review aims to get an overview of the association between adipokines and periodontal disease. Adipokines, bioactive molecules secreted by adipose tissue, regulate energy outflow and insulin sensitivity apart from modulation of inflammation and healing. Obesity causes chronic low-grade inflammation and increases adipokines. Recent studies have also shown that adipokines, such as leptin, adiponectin, and visfatin, could play a role in periodontal disease progression and may be used as biomarkers. They increase the production of pro-inflammatory factors, creating a hyperinflammatory state that affects systemic diseases and enhances the risk for periodontitis and compromises healing post periodontal therapy. Understanding the function of adipokines may better help us interpret the triad of obesity with periodontitis and type 2 diabetes. Moreover, periodontal disease treatment may imply positive effects on the overall health of the individual.