Table 1: Periodontal diseases associated with hematological disorders.
| Disorder | Etiology | Clinical oral signs/symptoms | Therapy |
| Chronic benign neutropenia | Decrease in absolute number of neutrophils | Oral ulcerations Chronic gingivitis Chronic periodontitis |
Professional cleanings for dental plaque control and removal of calculus |
| Leukemia | Uncontrolled proliferation of white blood cells | Gingival swelling bleeding Oral ulcerations | Plaque control, mechanical debridement |