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Periodontitis in the child and adolescent
N Wara-aswapati1, T H Howell, H L Needleman
1Department of Periodontology, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA, USA.
ASDC Journal of Dentistry for Children
|September 7, 1999
Summary
Early onset periodontitis (EOP) is a severe gum disease affecting those under 35, marked by rapid bone loss. Understanding its subtypes and clinical presentation aids diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Periodontology
- Oral Microbiology
Background:
- Early onset periodontitis (EOP) affects individuals under 35.
- Characterized by rapid bone loss, host response defects, and specific microbial flora.
- Includes prepubertal, juvenile, and rapidly progressive periodontitis subtypes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the characteristics of EOP subtypes.
- To provide illustrative cases for clinical diagnosis.
- To review current treatment modalities and guidelines.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of EOP characteristics.
- Case study analysis for diagnostic insights.
- Synthesis of treatment protocols and clinical guidelines.
Main Results:
- Detailed descriptions of EOP subsets provided.
- Illustrative cases presented to aid clinician diagnosis.
- Current treatment options and guidelines summarized.
Conclusions:
- EOP is a complex group of diseases potentially subject to reclassification.
- Awareness of evolving research in microbiology and genetics is crucial.
- Clinicians must be prepared for diagnosis, treatment, and referral for comprehensive care.