Impacto dos hábitos nutricionais vegetarianos e veganos sobre a saúde periodontal

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: A vegetarian is an individual who abstains from the diet of all types of meat and derivatives, which may or may not include eggs and milk. Which can lead to the consumption of protein-rich nuts and meat analogues. OBJECTIVES: The objective of this study is to evaluate, through a literature review, the current perspective, of vegetarian and vegan dietary patterns, highlighting the impacts on periodontal health. METHODOLOGY: This is a bibliographical, exploratory study carried out through a literature review. RESULTS: Among several studies presented, showed that overall periodontal health is significantly better in vegans and vegetarians. Therefore, these individuals carry the potential for micronutrient deficits, which may interfere with the role of healing and progression of periodontal diseases, with the use of supplements being discussed. FINAL CONSIDERATIONS: The existing evidence supports that nutritional, vegetarian and vegan habits can respond effectively in the treatment of systemic comorbidities, proposing health benefits. Screening, prevention and treatment approaches should be directed towards these patients, as nutrient depletion has its first manifestations in the oral cavity, due to the rapid turnover rate of epithelial cells in the mucous membranes.