Interdisciplinary treatment for the advanced periodontal and restorative case

While recent advances in implant therapy have expanded options for providing care, preserving the natural dentition in an optimal state of health, function, comfort, and esthetics remains a primary goal of dentistry. For patients with moderate to advanced periodontal disease, retention of the teeth through regenerative therapy has become a predictable form of treatment for many osseous defects. Periodontal therapy, including regenerative treatment, often can enhance restorative options by retaining key abutment teeth for fixed or removable partial dentures. A case involving regenerative and resective periodontal therapy as well as fixed prostheses is described.