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=Chapter VII - Periodontal Membrane=
=Chapter VII - Periodontal Membrane=


1. DEFINITION
==1. Definition==


The periodontal membrane is the connective tissue which surrounds
The periodontal membrane is the connective tissue which surrounds the root of the tooth and attaches it to the bony alveolus; it is continuous with the connective tissue of the gingivae. Various terms have been given to this tissue: peridental membrane; pericementum; dental periosteum; and alveolodental membrane. The variety of terms may be explained by the difficulty of classifying this tissue under any anatomic group. The term periodontal is derived from the Greek pert meaning around, and odous meaning tooth, thus signifying the relationship of the tissue to the tooth. This tissue is called a membrane though it does not resemble other fibrous membranes, like fasciae, capsules of organs, perichondrium, and periosteum. It has some structural and functional similarities to these tissues, but is different in that it not only serves as a pericementum for the tooth, a periosteum for the alveolar bone, but mainly as the suspensory ligament for the tooth. Therefore, the term periodontal ligament would be most appropriate.
the root of the tooth and attaches it to the bony alveolus; it is continuous
with the connective tissue of the gingivae. Various terms have been
given to this tissue: peridental membrane; pericementum; dental periosteum; and alveolodental membrane. The variety of terms may be explained by the difficulty of classifying this tissue under any anatomic
group. The term periodontal is derived from the Greek pert meaning
around, and odous meaning tooth, thus signifying the relationship of the
tissue to the tooth. This tissue is called a membrane though it does not
resemble other fibrous membranes, like fasciae, capsules of organs, perichondrium, and periosteum. It has some structural and functional
similarities to these tissues, but is different in that it not only serves as a
pericementum for the tooth, a periosteum for the alveolar bone, but
mainly as the suspensory ligament for the tooth. Therefore, the term
periodontal ligament would be most appropriate.


2. FUNCTION
==2. Function==


The functions of the periodontal membrane are formative, supportive,
The functions of the periodontal membrane are formative, supportive, sensory and nutritive. The formative function is fulfilled by the cementoblasts and osteoblasts which are essential in building cementum and bone, and by the fibroblasts forming the fibers of the membrane. The supportive function is that of maintaining the relation of the tooth to the surrounding hard and soft tissues. This is achieved by connective tissue fibers which comprise the bulk of the membrane. Functions which are sensory and nutritive to the cementum and alveolar bone are carried out by the nerves and blood vessels.
sensory and nutritive. The formative function is fulfilled by the cementoblasts and osteoblasts which are essential in building cementum and bone,
and by the fibroblasts forming the fibers of the membrane. The supportive function is that of maintaining the relation of the tooth to the surrounding hard and soft tissues. This is achieved by connective tissue
fibers which comprise the bulk of the membrane. Functions which are
sensory and nutritive to the cementum and alveolar bone are carried out
by the nerves and blood vessels.


3. DEVELOPMENT
==3. Development==


The periodontal membrane is derived from the follicle, or sac which
The periodontal membrane is derived from the follicle, or sac which envelops the developing tooth germ. Around the tooth germ three zones can be seen: an outer zone containing fibers related to the bone; an inner zone of fibers adjacent to the tooth; and an intermediate zone of unorientated fibers between the other two (Fig. 137). During the formation of cementum, fibers of the inner zone are attached to the surface of the root. As the tooth moves toward the oral cavity, gradually a functional orientation of the fibers takes place.“ Instead of loose and irregularly arranged fibers, fiber bundles extend fi'om the bone to the tooth. When the tooth has reached the plane of occlusion, and the root is fully formed, this functional orientation is complete. However, due to changes in functional stresses, some changes in the structural arrangement of the periodontal membrane occur throughout life.
envelops the developing tooth germ. Around the tooth germ three zones
can be seen: an outer zone containing fibers related to the bone; an inner
zone of fibers adjacent to the tooth; and an intermediate zone of un
First dratt submitted by Helmuth A. Zander.
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rmuonommn MEMBRANE 177


orientated fibers between the other two (Fig. 137). During the formation
of cementum, fibers of the inner zone are attached to the surface of the
root. As the tooth moves toward the oral cavity, gradually a functional
orientation of the fibers takes place.“ Instead of loose and irregularly
arranged fibers, fiber bundles extend fi'om the bone to the tooth. When
the tooth has reached the plane of occlusion, and the root is fully formed,


- - Dentin


   


- —— cementum


Bone fibers
First dratt submitted by Helmuth A. Zander.


Cemental fibers


Bone




Fig. 137.—Three zones in the periodontal membrane of a developing tooth.
Fig. 137. Three zones in the periodontal membrane of a developing tooth.


this functional orientation is complete. However, due to changes in functional stresses, some changes in the structural arrangement of the periodontal membrane occur throughout life.
==4. Structural Elements==


4. STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS
The main tissue elements in the periodontal membrane are the principal fibers, all of which are attached to the cementum?’ 3 The fiber bundles extend from the cementum to the alveolar wall, or over the alveolar wall to the cementum of the adjacent tooth, or into the gingival tissue. The principal fibers of the periodontal membrane are white collagenous connective tissue fibers and cannot be lengthened. There are no elastic fibers in the periodontal membrane. The apparent elasticity of the periodontal membrane is due to the arrangement of the principal fiber bundles. They follow a wavy course from bone to cementum, thereby allowing slight movement of the tooth upon stress. Near the bone the fibers seem to form larger bundles before their insertion into it. Although the bundles run directly from bone to cementum, it is most probable that the single fibers do not all span the entire distance. The bundles are “spliced" together from shorter fibers and held together by a cementing substance. The principal fibers are so arranged that they can be divided into the following groups:


The main tissue elements in the periodontal membrane are the principal
fibers, all of which are attached to the cementum?’ 3 The fiber bundles
extend from the cementum to the alveolar wall, or over the alveolar wall
to the cementum of the adjacent tooth, or into the gingival tissue. The
principal fibers of the periodontal membrane are white collagenous connective tissue fibers and cannot be lengthened. There are no elastic fibers in
the periodontal membrane. The apparent elasticity of the periodontal membrane is due to the arrangement of the principal fiber bundles. They follow
a wavy course from bone to cementum, thereby allowing slight movement
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of the tooth upon stress. Near the bone the fibers seem to form larger
Fig. 138. Gingival fibers of the periodontal membrane pass from the cementum into ' the gingiva.
bundles before their insertion into it. Although the bundles run directly
from bone to cementum, it is most probable that the single fibers do not all
span the entire distance. The bundles are “spliced" together from shorter
fibers and held together by a cementing substance. The principal fibers
are so arranged that they can be divided into the following groups:


Gingiva.
The fibers of the gingival group (Fig. 138) attach the gingiva to the cementum. The fiber bundles pass outward from the cementum into the free and attached gingiva. Usually they break up into a meshwork of smaller bundles and individual fibers, interlacing terminally with the fibrous tissue of the gingiva.


 
The fibers of the transseptal group (Fig. 139) connect adjacent teeth. The fiber bundles run mesially and distally from the cementum of one tooth, over the crest of the alveolus, to the cementum of the neighboring tooth. The fibers of the alveolar group (Fig. 140) attach the tooth to the bone of the alveolus; they are divided into five groups: (1) Alveolar crest group: the fiber bundles of this group radiate from the crest of the alveolar process, and attach themselves to the cervical part of the cementum. (2) Horizontal group: these fibers run at right angles to the long axis of the tooth, directly to the bone. (3) Oblique group: the fibers run obliquely; arising from the bone, they are attached in the cementum somewhat apically from their attachment to the bone. These fibers are ‘most numerous and constitute the main support of the tooth against occlusal stress. (4) Apical group: the fibers are irregularly arranged and radiate from the apical region of the root to the surrounding bone (Fig. 1-11). (5) I ntermdicular group: From the crest of the interradicular septum fibers extend to the bifurcation of multiradicular teeth.


Cementeenamel
junction '_


155


«j.
Fig 139. Transseptal fibers of the periodontal membrane connect adjacent teeth.


E  ‘L
The arrangement of the fibers in the different groups is Well adapted to fulfill the functions of the periodontal membrane. No matter from which direction a force is applied to the tooth, it is counteracted by some or all of the fiber groups. The principal fibers, as a whole, may be regarded as a ligament, alveolodental ligament, by which the tooth is attached to the alveolar bone. Its function is, primarily, to transform pressure exerted upon the tooth into traction on cementum and bone." The fibers are arranged in response to functional stimuli. The structure of the periodontal membrane changes continuously to meet the requirements of the continuously moving tooth.
y‘, ‘\


 


Alveolar
crest


Fig. 138.——Gingival fibers of the periodontal membrane pass from the cementum into
' the gingiva.


The fibers of the gingival group (Fig. 138) attach the gingiva to the cementum. The fiber bundles pass outward from the cementum into the
free and attached gingiva. Usually they break up into a meshwork of
smaller bundles and individual fibers, interlacing terminally with the
fibrous tissue of the gingiva.


The fibers of the transseptal group (Fig. 139) connect adjacent teeth.
The fiber bundles run mesially and distally from the cementum of one
tooth, over the crest of the alveolus, to the cementum of the neighboring


tooth.
Fig. 140. AJveo1a.r fibers or the periodontal membrane.
The fibers of the alveolar group (Fig. 140) attach the tooth to the bone
of the alveolus; they are divided into five groups: (1) Alveolar crest
PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE 179


group: the fiber bundles of this group radiate from the crest of the alveolar process, and attach themselves to the cervical part of the cementum.
(2) Horizontal group: these fibers run at right angles to the long axis of
the tooth, directly to the bone. (3) Oblique group: the fibers run
obliquely; arising from the bone, they are attached in the cementum somewhat apically from their attachment to the bone. These fibers are ‘most numerous and constitute the main support of the tooth against occlusal stress.
(4) Apical group: the fibers are irregularly arranged and radiate from
the apical region of the root to the surrounding bone (Fig. 1-11). (5)
I ntermdicular group: From the crest of the interradicular septum fibers
extend to the bifurcation of multiradicular teeth.


 
Most cells of the periodontal membrane are typical fibroblasts. They are long, slender, stellate connective tissue cells whose nuclei are large and oval in shape. They lie at the surface of the fiber bundles and are, probably, active in the formation and maintenance of the principal fibers.
 
 


Enamel cuticle


Enamel cuticle Gingival papilla


Enamel
Fig. 141. Apical fibers of the periodontal membrane.
 
Enamel
Gingival fibers
 
Cemento-enamel
 
Dentin junction
 
Cemento-enamel
junction
 
cementum _
 
Fig 139.——Transseptal fibers of the periodontal membrane connect adjacent teeth.
 
The arrangement of the fibers in the different groups is Well adapted to
fulfill the functions of the periodontal membrane. No matter from which
direction a force is applied to the tooth, it is counteracted by some or all
of the fiber groups. The principal fibers, as a whole, may be regarded as
a ligament, alveolodental ligament, by which the tooth is attached to
the alveolar bone. Its function is, primarily, to transform pressure
exerted upon the tooth into traction on cementum and bone." The fibers
180 omu. I-IISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY
 
 
   
 
 
Enamel - Gingiva
 
Cemento-enamel
junction
 
Alveolar crest fibers
 
‘ Alveolar crest
 
Horizontal fibers?--: , T"
 
 
‘ Bundle bone
 
Lamellated bone
 
Oblique fibers
 
IP12. 140.——AJveo1a.r fibers or the periodontal membrane.
PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE 181
 
are arranged in response to functional stimuli. The structure of the
periodontal membrane changes continuously to meet the requirements of
the continuously moving tooth.°» 2°
 
Most cells of the periodontal membrane are typical fibroblasts. They
are long, slender, stellate connective tissue cells whose nuclei are large
and oval in shape. They lie at the surface of the fiber bundles and are,
probably, active in the formation and maintenance of the principal fibers.
 
 
 
 
 
V.‘ 'r.‘~ ~“I
“_—§‘ . ' Periodontal
membrane
 
 
 
Fig. 141.—Apica1 fibers of the periodontal membrane.


( Orban.“ )
( Orban.“ )


Bone is in a constant state of transition. As elsewhere in the body, the
Bone is in a constant state of transition. As elsewhere in the body, the bone of the alveolus is constantly locally resorbed and rebuilt. Resorption of bone is brought about by the osteoclasts; formation of new bone is initiated by the activity of the osteoblasts.
bone of the alveolus is constantly locally resorbed and rebuilt. Resorption
of bone is brought about by the osteoclasts; formation of new bone is
initiated by the activity of the osteoblasts.
 
Where bone formation is in progress osteoblasts are found along the
surface of the wall of the bony socket, the periodontal membrane fibers
passing between them. These cells are, usually, irregularly cuboid in
shape, with large single nuclei containing large nucleoli and fine chromatin particles. The fibers of the periodontal membrane are secured to the
 
Fibroblasts
 
Osteoblasts
and Osteo182 ORAL HISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY
 
bone by the formation of new bone around the ends of the fibers. Therefore, osteoblasts seem to be necessary for the attachment and reattachment
 
of the fibers to the alveolar bone. Osteoclasts are mostly multinucleated,
and are believed to originate from undifferentiated mesenchymal cells in
the periodontal membrane; they are found only during the process of active
bone resorption. Presumably, the cytoplasm of the osteoclasts produces a
substance which dissolves the organic components of bone, while its mineral
 
Epithelial ——- ————
Test —~"-——~- —"'---*-" Principal
fibers
 
--‘-‘--2 '* Bundle bone
 
 
 
vessels
 
Cementum - I  V l  , ‘ ,‘ §
, . - ' “ I p . Blood
 
i i Interstitial
tissue
 
- —:~- - Principal
i fibers
 
I
 
-. — Bundle bone
 
.— -W
 
_. .r M .
 
Fig. 142.—Interstitia.l spaces in the periodontal membrane consist of loose connective
tissue and carry blood vessels and nerves. (0rban.=°)
 
contents are liberated and either removed in the tissue fluid or ingested
by macrophages. Wherever their cytoplasm lies in contact with bone,
hollows or grooves called “Howship’s lacunae,” or resorption lacunae,
are formed. When bone resorption ceases the osteoclasts disappear.
These cells are also active when resorption of the roots of teeth occurs
(see chapters on Bone and Shedding).
PERIODONTAL Il1EMBR.-\NE 183


Cementoblasts are connective tissue cells found on the surface of °°me’1*°b135t9
Where bone formation is in progress osteoblasts are found along the surface of the wall of the bony socket, the periodontal membrane fibers passing between them. These cells are, usually, irregularly cuboid in shape, with large single nuclei containing large nucleoli and fine chromatin particles. The fibers of the periodontal membrane are secured to the bone by the formation of new bone around the ends of the fibers. Therefore, osteoblasts seem to be necessary for the attachment and reattachment
cementum betvveen the fibers. They are large cuboidal cells with spheroid
or ovoid nuclei, which are active in the formation of cementum (see chapter on Cementum). The cells have irregular, fingerlike projections which
fit around the fibers as they extend from the cementum.


The blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves of the periodontal membrane Interstitial
of the fibers to the alveolar bone. Osteoclasts are mostly multinucleated, and are believed to originate from undifferentiated mesenchymal cells in the periodontal membrane; they are found only during the process of active bone resorption. Presumably, the cytoplasm of the osteoclasts produces a substance which dissolves the organic components of bone, while its mineral
are contained in spaces between the principal fiber bundles (Fig. 142). mm‘
They are surrounded by loose connective tissue (interstitial tissue) in
which fibroblasts and some histiocytes, undifferentiated niesenchymal
cells and lymphocytes are found.


Blood vessels


- Dentin


 
Fig. 142. Interstitial spaces in the periodontal membrane consist of loose connective tissue and carry blood vessels and nerves. (0rban.=°)
 


- -~ —— Blood vessels
contents are liberated and either removed in the tissue fluid or ingested by macrophages. Wherever their cytoplasm lies in contact with bone, hollows or grooves called “Howship’s lacunae,” or resorption lacunae, are formed. When bone resorption ceases the osteoclasts disappear. These cells are also active when resorption of the roots of teeth occurs (see chapters on Bone and Shedding). PERIODONTAL Il1EMBR.-\NE 183


‘ — ~~ Cementum
Cementoblasts are connective tissue cells found on the surface of °°me’1*°b135t9 cementum betvveen the fibers. They are large cuboidal cells with spheroid or ovoid nuclei, which are active in the formation of cementum (see chapter on Cementum). The cells have irregular, fingerlike projections which fit around the fibers as they extend from the cementum.


Periodontal
The blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves of the periodontal membrane Interstitial are contained in spaces between the principal fiber bundles (Fig. 142). mm‘ They are surrounded by loose connective tissue (interstitial tissue) in which fibroblasts and some histiocytes, undifferentiated niesenchymal cells and lymphocytes are found.
membrane


7 —— Alveolar bone


Blood vessels


Fig. 143.—Blood vessels enter the periodontal membrane through openings in the alveolar
Fig. 143. Blood vessels enter the periodontal membrane through openings in the alveolar bone. (Orban.=‘)
bone. (Orban.=‘)


The blood supply of the periodontal membrane is derived from three Blood Vessels
The blood supply of the periodontal membrane is derived from three Blood Vessels sources: (1) blood vessels enter the periapical area together with the blood vessels for the pulp; (2) vessels branching from the inter-alveolar arteries pass into the membrane through openings in the wall of the alveolus (Fig. 143); they are the main source of supply; and (3) near the Lymphatic:
sources: (1) blood vessels enter the periapical area together with the
blood vessels for the pulp; (2) vessels branching from the inter-alveolar
arteries pass into the membrane through openings in the wall of the alveolus (Fig. 143); they are the main source of supply; and (3) near the
Lymphatic:


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NEWS!
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gingivae, the vessels of the periodontal membrane anastomose with vessels passing over the alveolar crest from the gingival tissue. The capillaries form a rich network in the periodontal membrane, intertwining
gingivae, the vessels of the periodontal membrane anastomose with vessels passing over the alveolar crest from the gingival tissue. The capillaries form a rich network in the periodontal membrane, intertwining between the fibers.”
between the fibers.”


A network of lymphatic vessels, following the path of the blood vessels,
A network of lymphatic vessels, following the path of the blood vessels, provides the lymph drainage of the periodontal membrane. The flow is from the membrane toward and into the adjacent alveolar bone, continuing to the lymph nodes.
provides the lymph drainage of the periodontal membrane. The flow is
from the membrane toward and into the adjacent alveolar bone, continuing
to the lymph nodes.“ 23


Epithelial rests- -— -»


" "\-s-rt
Fig. 144. Epithe!tal rests in the periodontal membrane.


 
Generally, the nerves of the periodontal membrane follow the path of the blood vessels, both from the periapical area and from the interdental and interradicular arteries through the alveolar wall. A rich plexus is formed in the periodontal membrane. Three types of nerve endings are found: one terminating in a knob-like swelling; another, forming loops or rings around bundles of the principal fibers; lastly, free endings of fibers branching from the main axon. These terminal branches are free of myelin sheaths. Most of the nerve endings are receptors for proprioceptive stimuli (deep sensibility). The slightest touch at the surface of the tooth is transmitted to the nerve endings through the medium of the periodontal membrane. All sense of localization is through the periodontal membrane. The sense of touch is not impaired by removal of the apical parts of the membrane, as in root resection, nor by removal of its gingival portion (gingivectomy). As elsewhere in the body, fibers from the sympathetic system supply the blood vessels of the periodontal membrane." 13


cementum I: , _.. Alveolar bone
Cementnm (tangential ‘ section) ‘ '


-.
Network of 9"" epithelial '. rests
at
l
o
r


Periodontal mem- '
Network of ‘ epithelial } rests -f‘


.. __ J1  .
. .—N tw k t ithelial rests in the periodontal membrane. (Tangential section Fig 145 e or 0 ep almost parallel to root surface.)
brane “ Q‘, ‘.17 ‘l ‘-7 ' '


Epithelial rests _
In the periodontal membrane epithelial cells are found which, usually, Elgtglictfll-llm lie close to the cementum but not in contact with it (Fig. 144). They were first described by Malassez in 1885.“ Since then much research has been done as to their origin, structural arrangement and function. They 186 omu. I-IISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY


Asa:
are, undoubtedly, remnants of the epithelium which forms Hertwig’s epithelial root sheath“ (see chapter on Tooth Development). At the time of formation of cementum the continuous layer of epithelium, bordering the dentin surface, breaks into strands which persist as a network parallel‘ to the surface of the root (Fig. 145). Only in a surface View, as in sections almost parallel to the root, can the true arrangement of these epithelial


Fig. 144.—-—Epithe!ta1 rests in the periodontal membrane.
Generally, the nerves of the periodontal membrane follow the path of the
blood vessels, both from the periapical area and from the interdental
and interradicular arteries through the alveolar wall. A rich plexus is
formed in the periodontal membrane. Three types of nerve endings are
found: one terminating in a knob-like swelling; another, forming loops or
PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE 185
rings around bundles of the principal fibers; lastly, free endings of fibers
branching from the main axon. These terminal branches are free of myelin
sheaths. Most of the nerve endings are receptors for proprioceptive stimuli
(deep sensibility). The slightest touch at the surface of the tooth is transmitted to the nerve endings through the medium of the periodontal membrane. All sense of localization is through the periodontal membrane. The
sense of touch is not impaired by removal of the apical parts of the membrane, as in root resection, nor by removal of its gingival portion (gingivectomy). As elsewhere in the body, fibers from the sympathetic system
supply the blood vessels of the periodontal membrane." 13
Cementnm
(tangential ‘
section) ‘ '
Network of 9""
epithelial '.
rests
Network of ‘
epithelial }
rests -f‘
. .—N tw k t ithelial rests in the periodontal membrane. (Tangential section
Fig 145 e or 0 ep almost parallel to root surface.)
In the periodontal membrane epithelial cells are found which, usually, Elgtglictfll-llm
lie close to the cementum but not in contact with it (Fig. 144). They
were first described by Malassez in 1885.“ Since then much research has
been done as to their origin, structural arrangement and function. They
186 omu. I-IISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY
are, undoubtedly, remnants of the epithelium which forms Hertwig’s
epithelial root sheath“ (see chapter on Tooth Development). At the time of
formation of cementum the continuous layer of epithelium, bordering the
dentin surface, breaks into strands which persist as a network parallel‘ to
the surface of the root (Fig. 145). Only in a surface View, as in sections
almost parallel to the root, can the true arrangement of these epithelial
Alveolar bone
Epithelial
rest
’ -’ Periodontal
Cementurn  membrane
Dentin _.
Blood vessel


Fig. 146.-—Long strand or epithelium in the periodontal membrane.
Fig. 146.-—Long strand or epithelium in the periodontal membrane.


strands be seen.“ Cross or central sections through the tooth cut through
strands be seen.“ Cross or central sections through the tooth cut through the strands of the network and, thus, only isolated nests of epithelial cells appear in the sections. It is not clear whether the epithelial sheath breaks up because of degeneration of the epithelial cells, or due to active proliferation of the mesenchyme, or both. This disintegration of the epithelium enables the connective tissue to approach the outer surface of the dentin and to deposit cementum on its surface. The frequent appearane of the epithelial rests, in long strands (Fig. 146) or in tubules (_Fig. 147 l, has given rise to the assumption that they may have endocrine function. Under pathologic conditions they may proliferate and give rise to epithelial masses, associated with grannlomas, cysts, or tumors of dental origin.
the strands of the network and, thus, only isolated nests of epithelial cells
appear in the sections. It is not clear whether the epithelial sheath
breaks up because of degeneration of the epithelial cells, or due to active
proliferation of the mesenchyme, or both. This disintegration of the
epithelium enables the connective tissue to approach the outer surface
of the dentin and to deposit cementum on its surface. The frequent
appearane of the epithelial rests, in long strands (Fig. 146) or in tu187


PI*ZRIOD0i\'TAL MEMBRANE


bules (_Fig. 147 l, has given rise to the assumption that they may have
Fig. 1l7. Pseuclo-tubular structure of epithelial rest in the periodontal membrane.
endocrine function. Under pathologic conditions they may proliferate


and give rise to epithelial masses, associated with grannlomas, cysts, or
Calcified bodies, cementicles, are sometimes found in the tissues of the periodontal membrane, especially in older persons. These bodies may remain free in the connective tissue; they may fuse into large calcified masses, or they may be joined with the cementum (Fig. 148). As the cementum thickens with advancing age, it may envelop these bodies in which event the cemcnticles become interstitial in location. When they are adherent to the cementum they form excementoses. The origin of
tumors of dental origin.


Epithelial. rest ', . —.~
these calcified bodies is not established; it IS presumed that degenerated cells, usually epithelial, form the nidus for their calcification.


   
==5. Peysiologig Changes==


— Cemenmblast
Several studies of the width of the periodontal membrane, in human specimens, have been reportecl.“ 3- “r 12 All reports agree that the thickness of the periodontal membrane varies in different individuals, in different teeth in the same person, and in different locations on the same tooth as is illustrated in Tables III to V1.5


Principal nbers


Fig. 1-l7.—Pseuclo-tubular structure of epithelial rest in the periodontal membrane.
Calcified bodies, cementicles, are sometimes found in the tissues of the
periodontal membrane, especially in older persons. These bodies may
remain free in the connective tissue; they may fuse into large calcified
masses, or they may be joined with the cementum (Fig. 148). As the
cementum thickens with advancing age, it may envelop these bodies in
which event the cemcnticles become interstitial in location. When they
are adherent to the cementum they form excementoses. The origin of
these calcified bodies is not established; it IS presumed that degenerated
cells, usually epithelial, form the nidus for their calcification.
5. PEYSIOLOGIG CHANGES
Several studies of the width of the periodontal membrane, in“human
specimens, have been reportecl.“ 3- “r 12 All reports agree that the thickness of the periodontal membrane varies in different individuals, in dif
cementicles
cementicles


Measurements
Measurements and changes in Dimensions During  
and changes
in Dimensions During
188 ORAL HISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY


ferent teeth in the same person, and in different locations on the same
tooth as is illustrated in Tables III to V1.5


TABLE III
===Table III Thickness Or Periodontal Membrane Of 172 Teeth From 15 Human Jaws===
THICKNESS or PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE or 172 TEETH FROM 15 HUMAN JAWS
 


AVERAGE AT AVERAGE AT AVERAGE AT AVERAGE OF‘
AVERAGE AT AVERAGE AT AVERAGE AT AVERAGE OF‘
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ALV. CREST MIDROOT APEX TOOTH
ALV. CREST MIDROOT APEX TOOTH


14:); MM MM MM
14:); MM MM MM A es 11-10 83 teeth from 4 jaws 0 23 0 17 0 24 0 21 Ages 32-50 36 teeth from 5 jaws 0.20 0.14 0.19 0.18 Ages 51457 [ _ 35 teeth from 5 jaws 0.17 0.12 0.16 0.1::
A es 11-10
83 teeth from 4 jaws 0 23 0 17 0 24 0 21
Ages 32-50
36 teeth from 5 jaws 0.20 0.14 0.19 0.18
Ages 51457 [ _
35 teeth from 5 jaws 0.17 0.12 0.16 0.1::




Table III shows that the width of the periodontal membrane decreases with age, and
Table III shows that the width of the periodontal membrane decreases with age, and that it is wider at the crest and apex than at the midroot. (Coo1idge.8)
that it is wider at the crest and apex than at the midroot. (Coo1idge.8)


TABLE IV


THICKNESS or PE1uoBoNTAL Trssuns IN VARYING CoNmTxoNs or FUNcTIoN


===Table IV Thickness of Pe1Uobontal Trssuns In Varying Conmtxons Or Function===


ALV. CREST MIDROOT APEX AVERAGE


MM. MM. MM. MM.
Teeth in heavy function
44 teeth from 8 jaws 0.20 0.14 0.19 0.18
Teeth not in function
20 teeth from 12 jaws 0.1-1 0.11 0.15 0.13
Embedded teeth
5 teeth 0.09 0.07 0.08 0.08


_Table IV shows that the width of the periodontal membrane is greater around teeth
ALV. CREST MIDROOT APEX AVERAGE
which are subjected to heavy stress and decreases with loss of function. (Coolidgefi)
 
TABLE V
 
COMPARISON or THICKNESS or PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE or Foua INGISORS AND FOUR
MoLABs (SUBJECT AGED 11 YEARS)
 
 
ALv. CREST MIDROOT APEX AVERAGE
MM. MM. MM. MM.
4 incisors 0.33 0.25 0.28 0.29
4 molars 0.22 0.15 0.26 0.21
 
 
Table V demonstrates that there is a difierenee in the width of the membrane in
different teeth in the same individual. (Coolidge!)
 
TABLE VI
 
COMPARISON or PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE IN DIFFERENT LocAT1oNs AROUND THE SAME
'1‘ooTH (SUBJECT AGED 11 YEARS)
 
 
MESIAL DISTAL LABIAL LINGUAL
MM. MM. MM. MM.
Upper ri ht central incisor, mesial
and bial drift 0.12 0.24 0.12 _ 0.22
Upper left central incisor, no
drift 0.21 0.19 0.24 0.24
Upper right lateral incisor, distal
and labial drift 0.27 0.17 0.11 0.15
 
 
Table VI shows the variation in width of the mesial, distal, labial, and lingual sides
of the same tooth. (Coolidge!)
PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE 189


The measurements shown in the tables indicate that it is not feasible
MM. MM. MM. MM. Teeth in heavy function 44 teeth from 8 jaws 0.20 0.14 0.19 0.18 Teeth not in function 20 teeth from 12 jaws 0.1-1 0.11 0.15 0.13 Embedded teeth 5 teeth 0.09 0.07 0.08 0.08


to refer to an average figure of normal width of the periodontal membrane. Measurements of large number of cases range from 0.15 to 0.38


mm. The ‘fact that the periodontal membrane is the thilmest in the
Table IV shows that the width of the periodontal membrane is greater around teeth which are subjected to heavy stress and decreases with loss of function. (Coolidgefi)
m1ddle region of the root shows that the fulcrum of physiologic movement Is in this reglon. The thickness of the periodontal membrane seems


‘ Free cementicle


Alveolar bone


W’ i '_ Attached cementicle
TABLE V COMPARISON or THICKNESS or PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE or Foua INGISORS AND FOUR MoLABs (SUBJECT AGED 11 YEARS)


' Periodontal membrane


Embedded cementicle
ALv. CREST MIDROOT APEX AVERAGE MM. MM. MM. MM. 4 incisors 0.33 0.25 0.28 0.29 4 molars 0.22 0.15 0.26 0.21


Fig. 148.—Cementicles in the periodontal membrane.


to be maintained by the ftmctional movements of the tooth. It is thinner
Table V demonstrates that there is a difierenee in the width of the membrane in different teeth in the same individual. (Coolidge!)
in flmctionless and embedded teeth. The fact that cementum and bone
do not fuse even in functionless teeth might be due to the fact that both
lose their growth potential if function is lost.


Physiologic movement of human teeth is characterized by their tendency
to migrate mesially in compensation for the wear at their contact points.”
In mesial migration a difference can be observed in the periodontal mem
Physiologic
Changes
Marrow
space


190 om. nrsronoor mo nmsmzonoer


brane in the distal and mesial areas (Fig. 149, A and B). On the distal
TABLE VI COMPARISON or PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE IN DIFFERENT LocAT1oNs AROUND THE SAME '1‘ooTH (SUBJECT AGED 11 YEARS)
side of the tooth, the interstitial spaces with their blood vessels, lymph
spaces and nerves, appear in sections elliptic in contrast to those on the
mesial side that appear round.” Bone resorption on the mesial side of the
tooth sometimes opens marrow spaces which become continuous with the
periodontal membrane (Fig. 149, A). Frequently, however, the drift is so
gradual that bone formation in the marrow spaces keeps pace with the resorption on the periodontal membrane side, and the thickness of the alveolar bone is maintained. Due to the shift of the tooth, epithelial rests
may become incorporated in the bone on the side from which the tooth is
shifting.“




Alveolar - ' "
MESIAL DISTAL LABIAL LINGUAL MM. MM. MM. MM. Upper ri ht central incisor, mesial and bial drift 0.12 0.24 0.12 _ 0.22 Upper left central incisor, no drift 0.21 0.19 0.24 0.24 Upper right lateral incisor, distal and labial drift 0.27 0.17 0.11 0.15


bone


Interstitial
Table VI shows the variation in width of the mesial, distal, labial, and lingual sides of the same tooth. (Coolidge!)
space


Principal
The measurements shown in the tables indicate that it is not feasible to refer to an average figure of normal width of the periodontal membrane. Measurements of large number of cases range from 0.15 to 0.38 mm. The ‘fact that the periodontal membrane is the thilmest in the m1ddle region of the root shows that the fulcrum of physiologic movement Is in this reglon. The thickness of the periodontal membrane seems to be maintained by the ftmctional movements of the tooth. It is thinner in flmctionless and embedded teeth. The fact that cementum and bone do not fuse even in functionless teeth might be due to the fact that both lose their growth potential if function is lost.
fibers


 


Fig. 149.—Interstitie.1 spaces between the principal fiber bundles are round on the
pressure side (A) and elliptic on the tension side (3). Marrow spaces open up on the
pressure side and become interstitial spaces.


C : Cementum. D : Dentin.


6. CLINICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Fig. 148. Cementicles in the periodontal membrane.


The complex functional relationship between the teeth and their supporting tissues brings about continuous structural changes during life.
Between the two extremes of occlusal trauma and loss of function there


i‘ Lamellated
Physiologic movement of human teeth is characterized by their tendency to migrate mesially in compensation for the wear at their contact points.” In mesial migration a difference can be observed in the periodontal membrane in the distal and mesial areas (Fig. 149, A and B). On the distal side of the tooth, the interstitial spaces with their blood vessels, lymph spaces and nerves, appear in sections elliptic in contrast to those on the mesial side that appear round.” Bone resorption on the mesial side of the tooth sometimes opens marrow spaces which become continuous with the periodontal membrane (Fig. 149, A). Frequently, however, the drift is so gradual that bone formation in the marrow spaces keeps pace with the resorption on the periodontal membrane side, and the thickness of the alveolar bone is maintained. Due to the shift of the tooth, epithelial rests may become incorporated in the bone on the side from which the tooth is shifting.


bone


Bundle bone
Fig. 149. Interstitial spaces between the principal fiber bundles are round on the pressure side (A) and elliptic on the tension side (B). Marrow spaces open up on the pressure side and become interstitial spaces. C : Cementum. D : Dentin.
l’l<}RIODON'l‘AL MEMBRANE 191


are many intermediate stages. In loss of function the periodontal membrane becomes narrower, due to decreased use of that particular tooth.‘ 1°’ 1‘
==6. Clinical Considerations==
The regular arrangement of the principal fibers is lost and the periodontal
membrane appears as an irregularly arranged connective tissue. The
cementum becomes thicker but finally aplastic; it contains no Sharpey’s
fibers. Also, the alveolar bone is in an aplastic (inactive) state and lacks
Sharpey’s fibers (Fig. 150, B).


The complex functional relationship between the teeth and their supporting tissues brings about continuous structural changes during life. Between the two extremes of occlusal trauma and loss of function there are many intermediate stages. In loss of function the periodontal membrane becomes narrower, due to decreased use of that particular tooth.‘ 1°’ 1‘ The regular arrangement of the principal fibers is lost and the periodontal membrane appears as an irregularly arranged connective tissue. The cementum becomes thicker but finally aplastic; it contains no Sharpey’s fibers. Also, the alveolar bone is in an aplastic (inactive) state and lacks Sharpey’s fibers (Fig. 150, B).






Bundle —
bone
~ lAlveola.r bone
_ ] (lamellated)
1;.  } - K
Periodontal  I‘ . .
membrane .1 g , .:l§
Bundle —--—---— . _
bone E P H do tal
‘ e o 11
membrane
Lamellated —— '5 .
Haversian “,
bone 1


   
Fig. 150. Periodontal membrane or a. functioning (A) and nontunctioning (B) tooth. In the functioning tooth the periodontal membrane is wide, principal fibers are present. cementum (C) is thin; bundle bone with Sharpey's fibers. In the nonfunctioning tooth the periodontal membrane is narrow, no principal fiber bundles are present. Cementu_m is thick (0 and 0') ; alveolar bone is lamellated with no Shar-pey's fibers. D = Dentin.
 


59'
we


Fig‘. 150.—~Periodontal membrane or a. functioning (A) and nontunctioning (B) tooth.
For restorative dentistry the importance of these changes in structure is obvious.” The supporting tissues of a tooth long out of function are unable to carry the load suddenly placed upon the tooth by restoration. This applies to bridge abutments, teeth opposing bridges or dentures, and teeth used as anchorage for removable bridges. This may account for the inability of a patient to use a restoration immediately following its placement. Some time must elapse before the supporting tissues are again rearranged in response to the new functional demands. This may be termed an adjustment period which, likewise, must be permitted to follow orthodontic treatment.
In the functioning tooth the periodontal membrane is wide, principal fibers are present.
cementum (C) is thin; bundle bone with Sharpey's fibers. In the nonfunctioning tooth
the periodontal membrane is narrow, no principal fiber bundles are present. Cementu_m
is thick (0 and 0') ; alveolar bone is lamellated with no Shar-pey's fibers. D = Dentin.


For restorative dentistry the importance of these changes in structure is
obvious.” The supporting tissues of a tooth long out of function are
unable to carry the load suddenly placed upon the tooth by restoration.
This applies to bridge abutments, teeth opposing bridges or dentures, and
teeth used as anchorage for removable bridges. This may account for the
192 ORAL HISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY


inability of a patient to use a restoration immediately following its placement. Some time must elapse before the supporting tissues are again rearranged in response to the new functional demands. This may be termed
The stress, especially of a lateral type, often placed upon the supporting apparatus may be more than the tissue can tolerate. Sudden trauma of the periodontal membrane, such as in accidental blows, condensing of foil, rapid mechanical separation, may produce pathologic changes: fractures or resorption of the cementum, tears of the fibers, hemorrhage and necrosis. The adjacent alveolar bone is resorbed and the periodontal membrane thickened; the tooth becomes loose. When trauma is eliminated repair may take place. For practical purposes it is important that, in the construction of fillings and bridges, the occlusion be carefully considered, and interference in lateral movements (cusp interference) avoided or eliminated. It is also important that missing teeth be immediately replaced to avoid tipping and migration of remaining teeth; failure to do so may result in loss of function and traumatism.
an adjustment period which, likewise, must be permitted to follow orthodontic treatment.


The stress, especially of a lateral type, often placed upon the supporting apparatus may be more than the tissue can tolerate. Sudden trauma
of the periodontal membrane, such as in accidental blows, condensing of
foil, rapid mechanical separation, may produce pathologic changes: fractures or resorption of the cementum, tears of the fibers, hemorrhage and
necrosis. The adjacent alveolar bone is resorbed and the periodontal
membrane thickened; the tooth becomes loose. When trauma is eliminated
repair may take place. For practical purposes it is important that, in the
construction of fillings and bridges, the occlusion be carefully considered,
and interference in lateral movements (cusp interference) avoided or eliminated. It is also important that missing teeth be immediately replaced to
avoid tipping and migration of remaining teeth; failure to do so may result
in loss of function and traumatism.


Orthodontic tooth movement depends upon bone resorption and bone
Orthodontic tooth movement depends upon bone resorption and bone formation stimulated by properly regulated pressure and tension." These stimuli are transmitted through the medium of the periodontal membrane. If the movement of teeth is within physiologic limits (Which may vary with the individual) the initial thinning of the periodontal membrane on the pressure side, is compensated for by bone resorption, whereas the thickening of the periodontal membrane, on the tension side, is balanced by bone apposition. If new bone formation is impaired by faulty manipulation or disease, the periodontal membrane may become wider and the tooth may loosen, or even be completely lost. Under the stimulus of inflammation such as occurs in a dental granuloma the epithelial rests of the periodontal membrane may proliferate to form a periodontal cyst around the root end of the tooth. The dental granulomas are found frequently, and very careful studies“: 9“ have shown that 100 per cent of dental granulomas have either proliferating or resting epithelium. Since all dental granulomas contain this material, they must" all be considered as potential periodontal cysts.
formation stimulated by properly regulated pressure and tension." These
stimuli are transmitted through the medium of the periodontal membrane.
If the movement of teeth is within physiologic limits (Which may vary
with the individual) the initial thinning of the periodontal membrane
on the pressure side, is compensated for by bone resorption, whereas
the thickening of the periodontal membrane, on the tension side, is balanced by bone apposition. If new bone formation is impaired by faulty
manipulation or disease, the periodontal membrane may become wider
and the tooth may loosen, or even be completely lost. Under the stimulus
of inflammation such as occurs in a dental granuloma the epithelial rests
of the periodontal membrane may proliferate to form a periodontal cyst
around the root end of the tooth. The dental granulomas are found frequently, and very careful studies“: 9“ have shown that 100 per cent
of dental granulomas have either proliferating or resting epithelium.
Since all dental granulomas contain this material, they must" all be considered as potential periodontal cysts.


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Chapter VII - Periodontal Membrane

1. Definition

The periodontal membrane is the connective tissue which surrounds the root of the tooth and attaches it to the bony alveolus; it is continuous with the connective tissue of the gingivae. Various terms have been given to this tissue: peridental membrane; pericementum; dental periosteum; and alveolodental membrane. The variety of terms may be explained by the difficulty of classifying this tissue under any anatomic group. The term periodontal is derived from the Greek pert meaning around, and odous meaning tooth, thus signifying the relationship of the tissue to the tooth. This tissue is called a membrane though it does not resemble other fibrous membranes, like fasciae, capsules of organs, perichondrium, and periosteum. It has some structural and functional similarities to these tissues, but is different in that it not only serves as a pericementum for the tooth, a periosteum for the alveolar bone, but mainly as the suspensory ligament for the tooth. Therefore, the term periodontal ligament would be most appropriate.

2. Function

The functions of the periodontal membrane are formative, supportive, sensory and nutritive. The formative function is fulfilled by the cementoblasts and osteoblasts which are essential in building cementum and bone, and by the fibroblasts forming the fibers of the membrane. The supportive function is that of maintaining the relation of the tooth to the surrounding hard and soft tissues. This is achieved by connective tissue fibers which comprise the bulk of the membrane. Functions which are sensory and nutritive to the cementum and alveolar bone are carried out by the nerves and blood vessels.

3. Development

The periodontal membrane is derived from the follicle, or sac which envelops the developing tooth germ. Around the tooth germ three zones can be seen: an outer zone containing fibers related to the bone; an inner zone of fibers adjacent to the tooth; and an intermediate zone of unorientated fibers between the other two (Fig. 137). During the formation of cementum, fibers of the inner zone are attached to the surface of the root. As the tooth moves toward the oral cavity, gradually a functional orientation of the fibers takes place.“ Instead of loose and irregularly arranged fibers, fiber bundles extend fi'om the bone to the tooth. When the tooth has reached the plane of occlusion, and the root is fully formed, this functional orientation is complete. However, due to changes in functional stresses, some changes in the structural arrangement of the periodontal membrane occur throughout life.



First dratt submitted by Helmuth A. Zander.



Fig. 137. Three zones in the periodontal membrane of a developing tooth.

4. Structural Elements

The main tissue elements in the periodontal membrane are the principal fibers, all of which are attached to the cementum?’ 3 The fiber bundles extend from the cementum to the alveolar wall, or over the alveolar wall to the cementum of the adjacent tooth, or into the gingival tissue. The principal fibers of the periodontal membrane are white collagenous connective tissue fibers and cannot be lengthened. There are no elastic fibers in the periodontal membrane. The apparent elasticity of the periodontal membrane is due to the arrangement of the principal fiber bundles. They follow a wavy course from bone to cementum, thereby allowing slight movement of the tooth upon stress. Near the bone the fibers seem to form larger bundles before their insertion into it. Although the bundles run directly from bone to cementum, it is most probable that the single fibers do not all span the entire distance. The bundles are “spliced" together from shorter fibers and held together by a cementing substance. The principal fibers are so arranged that they can be divided into the following groups:


Fig. 138. Gingival fibers of the periodontal membrane pass from the cementum into ' the gingiva.

The fibers of the gingival group (Fig. 138) attach the gingiva to the cementum. The fiber bundles pass outward from the cementum into the free and attached gingiva. Usually they break up into a meshwork of smaller bundles and individual fibers, interlacing terminally with the fibrous tissue of the gingiva.

The fibers of the transseptal group (Fig. 139) connect adjacent teeth. The fiber bundles run mesially and distally from the cementum of one tooth, over the crest of the alveolus, to the cementum of the neighboring tooth. The fibers of the alveolar group (Fig. 140) attach the tooth to the bone of the alveolus; they are divided into five groups: (1) Alveolar crest group: the fiber bundles of this group radiate from the crest of the alveolar process, and attach themselves to the cervical part of the cementum. (2) Horizontal group: these fibers run at right angles to the long axis of the tooth, directly to the bone. (3) Oblique group: the fibers run obliquely; arising from the bone, they are attached in the cementum somewhat apically from their attachment to the bone. These fibers are ‘most numerous and constitute the main support of the tooth against occlusal stress. (4) Apical group: the fibers are irregularly arranged and radiate from the apical region of the root to the surrounding bone (Fig. 1-11). (5) I ntermdicular group: From the crest of the interradicular septum fibers extend to the bifurcation of multiradicular teeth.


Fig 139. Transseptal fibers of the periodontal membrane connect adjacent teeth.

The arrangement of the fibers in the different groups is Well adapted to fulfill the functions of the periodontal membrane. No matter from which direction a force is applied to the tooth, it is counteracted by some or all of the fiber groups. The principal fibers, as a whole, may be regarded as a ligament, alveolodental ligament, by which the tooth is attached to the alveolar bone. Its function is, primarily, to transform pressure exerted upon the tooth into traction on cementum and bone." The fibers are arranged in response to functional stimuli. The structure of the periodontal membrane changes continuously to meet the requirements of the continuously moving tooth.




Fig. 140. AJveo1a.r fibers or the periodontal membrane.


Most cells of the periodontal membrane are typical fibroblasts. They are long, slender, stellate connective tissue cells whose nuclei are large and oval in shape. They lie at the surface of the fiber bundles and are, probably, active in the formation and maintenance of the principal fibers.


Fig. 141. Apical fibers of the periodontal membrane.

( Orban.“ )

Bone is in a constant state of transition. As elsewhere in the body, the bone of the alveolus is constantly locally resorbed and rebuilt. Resorption of bone is brought about by the osteoclasts; formation of new bone is initiated by the activity of the osteoblasts.

Where bone formation is in progress osteoblasts are found along the surface of the wall of the bony socket, the periodontal membrane fibers passing between them. These cells are, usually, irregularly cuboid in shape, with large single nuclei containing large nucleoli and fine chromatin particles. The fibers of the periodontal membrane are secured to the bone by the formation of new bone around the ends of the fibers. Therefore, osteoblasts seem to be necessary for the attachment and reattachment

of the fibers to the alveolar bone. Osteoclasts are mostly multinucleated, and are believed to originate from undifferentiated mesenchymal cells in the periodontal membrane; they are found only during the process of active bone resorption. Presumably, the cytoplasm of the osteoclasts produces a substance which dissolves the organic components of bone, while its mineral


Fig. 142. Interstitial spaces in the periodontal membrane consist of loose connective tissue and carry blood vessels and nerves. (0rban.=°)

contents are liberated and either removed in the tissue fluid or ingested by macrophages. Wherever their cytoplasm lies in contact with bone, hollows or grooves called “Howship’s lacunae,” or resorption lacunae, are formed. When bone resorption ceases the osteoclasts disappear. These cells are also active when resorption of the roots of teeth occurs (see chapters on Bone and Shedding). PERIODONTAL Il1EMBR.-\NE 183

Cementoblasts are connective tissue cells found on the surface of °°me’1*°b135t9 cementum betvveen the fibers. They are large cuboidal cells with spheroid or ovoid nuclei, which are active in the formation of cementum (see chapter on Cementum). The cells have irregular, fingerlike projections which fit around the fibers as they extend from the cementum.

The blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves of the periodontal membrane Interstitial are contained in spaces between the principal fiber bundles (Fig. 142). mm‘ They are surrounded by loose connective tissue (interstitial tissue) in which fibroblasts and some histiocytes, undifferentiated niesenchymal cells and lymphocytes are found.


Fig. 143. Blood vessels enter the periodontal membrane through openings in the alveolar bone. (Orban.=‘)

The blood supply of the periodontal membrane is derived from three Blood Vessels sources: (1) blood vessels enter the periapical area together with the blood vessels for the pulp; (2) vessels branching from the inter-alveolar arteries pass into the membrane through openings in the wall of the alveolus (Fig. 143); they are the main source of supply; and (3) near the Lymphatic:

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gingivae, the vessels of the periodontal membrane anastomose with vessels passing over the alveolar crest from the gingival tissue. The capillaries form a rich network in the periodontal membrane, intertwining between the fibers.”

A network of lymphatic vessels, following the path of the blood vessels, provides the lymph drainage of the periodontal membrane. The flow is from the membrane toward and into the adjacent alveolar bone, continuing to the lymph nodes.


Fig. 144. Epithe!tal rests in the periodontal membrane.

Generally, the nerves of the periodontal membrane follow the path of the blood vessels, both from the periapical area and from the interdental and interradicular arteries through the alveolar wall. A rich plexus is formed in the periodontal membrane. Three types of nerve endings are found: one terminating in a knob-like swelling; another, forming loops or rings around bundles of the principal fibers; lastly, free endings of fibers branching from the main axon. These terminal branches are free of myelin sheaths. Most of the nerve endings are receptors for proprioceptive stimuli (deep sensibility). The slightest touch at the surface of the tooth is transmitted to the nerve endings through the medium of the periodontal membrane. All sense of localization is through the periodontal membrane. The sense of touch is not impaired by removal of the apical parts of the membrane, as in root resection, nor by removal of its gingival portion (gingivectomy). As elsewhere in the body, fibers from the sympathetic system supply the blood vessels of the periodontal membrane." 13

Cementnm (tangential ‘ section) ‘ '

Network of 9"" epithelial '. rests

Network of ‘ epithelial } rests -f‘

. .—N tw k t ithelial rests in the periodontal membrane. (Tangential section Fig 145 e or 0 ep almost parallel to root surface.)

In the periodontal membrane epithelial cells are found which, usually, Elgtglictfll-llm lie close to the cementum but not in contact with it (Fig. 144). They were first described by Malassez in 1885.“ Since then much research has been done as to their origin, structural arrangement and function. They 186 omu. I-IISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY

are, undoubtedly, remnants of the epithelium which forms Hertwig’s epithelial root sheath“ (see chapter on Tooth Development). At the time of formation of cementum the continuous layer of epithelium, bordering the dentin surface, breaks into strands which persist as a network parallel‘ to the surface of the root (Fig. 145). Only in a surface View, as in sections almost parallel to the root, can the true arrangement of these epithelial


Fig. 146.-—Long strand or epithelium in the periodontal membrane.

strands be seen.“ Cross or central sections through the tooth cut through the strands of the network and, thus, only isolated nests of epithelial cells appear in the sections. It is not clear whether the epithelial sheath breaks up because of degeneration of the epithelial cells, or due to active proliferation of the mesenchyme, or both. This disintegration of the epithelium enables the connective tissue to approach the outer surface of the dentin and to deposit cementum on its surface. The frequent appearane of the epithelial rests, in long strands (Fig. 146) or in tubules (_Fig. 147 l, has given rise to the assumption that they may have endocrine function. Under pathologic conditions they may proliferate and give rise to epithelial masses, associated with grannlomas, cysts, or tumors of dental origin.


Fig. 1l7. Pseuclo-tubular structure of epithelial rest in the periodontal membrane.

Calcified bodies, cementicles, are sometimes found in the tissues of the periodontal membrane, especially in older persons. These bodies may remain free in the connective tissue; they may fuse into large calcified masses, or they may be joined with the cementum (Fig. 148). As the cementum thickens with advancing age, it may envelop these bodies in which event the cemcnticles become interstitial in location. When they are adherent to the cementum they form excementoses. The origin of

these calcified bodies is not established; it IS presumed that degenerated cells, usually epithelial, form the nidus for their calcification.

5. Peysiologig Changes

Several studies of the width of the periodontal membrane, in human specimens, have been reportecl.“ 3- “r 12 All reports agree that the thickness of the periodontal membrane varies in different individuals, in different teeth in the same person, and in different locations on the same tooth as is illustrated in Tables III to V1.5


cementicles

Measurements and changes in Dimensions During


Table III Thickness Or Periodontal Membrane Of 172 Teeth From 15 Human Jaws

AVERAGE AT AVERAGE AT AVERAGE AT AVERAGE OF‘

ALV. CREST MIDROOT APEX TOOTH

14:); MM MM MM A es 11-10 83 teeth from 4 jaws 0 23 0 17 0 24 0 21 Ages 32-50 36 teeth from 5 jaws 0.20 0.14 0.19 0.18 Ages 51457 [ _ 35 teeth from 5 jaws 0.17 0.12 0.16 0.1::


Table III shows that the width of the periodontal membrane decreases with age, and that it is wider at the crest and apex than at the midroot. (Coo1idge.8)


Table IV Thickness of Pe1Uobontal Trssuns In Varying Conmtxons Or Function

ALV. CREST MIDROOT APEX AVERAGE

MM. MM. MM. MM. Teeth in heavy function 44 teeth from 8 jaws 0.20 0.14 0.19 0.18 Teeth not in function 20 teeth from 12 jaws 0.1-1 0.11 0.15 0.13 Embedded teeth 5 teeth 0.09 0.07 0.08 0.08


Table IV shows that the width of the periodontal membrane is greater around teeth which are subjected to heavy stress and decreases with loss of function. (Coolidgefi)


TABLE V COMPARISON or THICKNESS or PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE or Foua INGISORS AND FOUR MoLABs (SUBJECT AGED 11 YEARS)


ALv. CREST MIDROOT APEX AVERAGE MM. MM. MM. MM. 4 incisors 0.33 0.25 0.28 0.29 4 molars 0.22 0.15 0.26 0.21


Table V demonstrates that there is a difierenee in the width of the membrane in different teeth in the same individual. (Coolidge!)


TABLE VI COMPARISON or PERIODONTAL MEMBRANE IN DIFFERENT LocAT1oNs AROUND THE SAME '1‘ooTH (SUBJECT AGED 11 YEARS)


MESIAL DISTAL LABIAL LINGUAL MM. MM. MM. MM. Upper ri ht central incisor, mesial and bial drift 0.12 0.24 0.12 _ 0.22 Upper left central incisor, no drift 0.21 0.19 0.24 0.24 Upper right lateral incisor, distal and labial drift 0.27 0.17 0.11 0.15


Table VI shows the variation in width of the mesial, distal, labial, and lingual sides of the same tooth. (Coolidge!)

The measurements shown in the tables indicate that it is not feasible to refer to an average figure of normal width of the periodontal membrane. Measurements of large number of cases range from 0.15 to 0.38 mm. The ‘fact that the periodontal membrane is the thilmest in the m1ddle region of the root shows that the fulcrum of physiologic movement Is in this reglon. The thickness of the periodontal membrane seems to be maintained by the ftmctional movements of the tooth. It is thinner in flmctionless and embedded teeth. The fact that cementum and bone do not fuse even in functionless teeth might be due to the fact that both lose their growth potential if function is lost.



Fig. 148. Cementicles in the periodontal membrane.


Physiologic movement of human teeth is characterized by their tendency to migrate mesially in compensation for the wear at their contact points.” In mesial migration a difference can be observed in the periodontal membrane in the distal and mesial areas (Fig. 149, A and B). On the distal side of the tooth, the interstitial spaces with their blood vessels, lymph spaces and nerves, appear in sections elliptic in contrast to those on the mesial side that appear round.” Bone resorption on the mesial side of the tooth sometimes opens marrow spaces which become continuous with the periodontal membrane (Fig. 149, A). Frequently, however, the drift is so gradual that bone formation in the marrow spaces keeps pace with the resorption on the periodontal membrane side, and the thickness of the alveolar bone is maintained. Due to the shift of the tooth, epithelial rests may become incorporated in the bone on the side from which the tooth is shifting.“


Fig. 149. Interstitial spaces between the principal fiber bundles are round on the pressure side (A) and elliptic on the tension side (B). Marrow spaces open up on the pressure side and become interstitial spaces. C : Cementum. D : Dentin.

6. Clinical Considerations

The complex functional relationship between the teeth and their supporting tissues brings about continuous structural changes during life. Between the two extremes of occlusal trauma and loss of function there are many intermediate stages. In loss of function the periodontal membrane becomes narrower, due to decreased use of that particular tooth.‘ 1°’ 1‘ The regular arrangement of the principal fibers is lost and the periodontal membrane appears as an irregularly arranged connective tissue. The cementum becomes thicker but finally aplastic; it contains no Sharpey’s fibers. Also, the alveolar bone is in an aplastic (inactive) state and lacks Sharpey’s fibers (Fig. 150, B).



Fig. 150. Periodontal membrane or a. functioning (A) and nontunctioning (B) tooth. In the functioning tooth the periodontal membrane is wide, principal fibers are present. cementum (C) is thin; bundle bone with Sharpey's fibers. In the nonfunctioning tooth the periodontal membrane is narrow, no principal fiber bundles are present. Cementu_m is thick (0 and 0') ; alveolar bone is lamellated with no Shar-pey's fibers. D = Dentin.


For restorative dentistry the importance of these changes in structure is obvious.” The supporting tissues of a tooth long out of function are unable to carry the load suddenly placed upon the tooth by restoration. This applies to bridge abutments, teeth opposing bridges or dentures, and teeth used as anchorage for removable bridges. This may account for the inability of a patient to use a restoration immediately following its placement. Some time must elapse before the supporting tissues are again rearranged in response to the new functional demands. This may be termed an adjustment period which, likewise, must be permitted to follow orthodontic treatment.


The stress, especially of a lateral type, often placed upon the supporting apparatus may be more than the tissue can tolerate. Sudden trauma of the periodontal membrane, such as in accidental blows, condensing of foil, rapid mechanical separation, may produce pathologic changes: fractures or resorption of the cementum, tears of the fibers, hemorrhage and necrosis. The adjacent alveolar bone is resorbed and the periodontal membrane thickened; the tooth becomes loose. When trauma is eliminated repair may take place. For practical purposes it is important that, in the construction of fillings and bridges, the occlusion be carefully considered, and interference in lateral movements (cusp interference) avoided or eliminated. It is also important that missing teeth be immediately replaced to avoid tipping and migration of remaining teeth; failure to do so may result in loss of function and traumatism.


Orthodontic tooth movement depends upon bone resorption and bone formation stimulated by properly regulated pressure and tension." These stimuli are transmitted through the medium of the periodontal membrane. If the movement of teeth is within physiologic limits (Which may vary with the individual) the initial thinning of the periodontal membrane on the pressure side, is compensated for by bone resorption, whereas the thickening of the periodontal membrane, on the tension side, is balanced by bone apposition. If new bone formation is impaired by faulty manipulation or disease, the periodontal membrane may become wider and the tooth may loosen, or even be completely lost. Under the stimulus of inflammation such as occurs in a dental granuloma the epithelial rests of the periodontal membrane may proliferate to form a periodontal cyst around the root end of the tooth. The dental granulomas are found frequently, and very careful studies“: 9“ have shown that 100 per cent of dental granulomas have either proliferating or resting epithelium. Since all dental granulomas contain this material, they must" all be considered as potential periodontal cysts.

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