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Periodontal considerations in children.

P N Baer1, B C Gomes

  • 1Department of Periodontics, School of Dental Medicine, SUNY Stony Brook.

The New York State Dental Journal
|February 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Maintaining gingival health in adolescents is challenging after initial treatment. Frequent dental recalls emphasizing plaque control and immediate problem-solving are key to sustained oral hygiene.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Periodontology
  • Preventive Oral Health

Background:

  • Gingival health is generally manageable in children and adolescents.
  • Maintaining established gingival health presents significant challenges, especially during puberty.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the difficulties in sustaining gingival health in adolescents.
  • To propose strategies for long-term gingival health maintenance in pediatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • Focus on the importance of frequent recall appointments.
  • Emphasize re-education on plaque control.
  • Introduce patient-assisted periodontal probing.
  • Address specific problem areas during appointments.

Main Results:

  • Initial elimination of gingival issues is achievable.
  • Sustaining gingival health requires ongoing intervention.
  • Frequent recalls are effective in reinforcing oral hygiene practices.

Conclusions:

  • Adolescent gingival health maintenance is complex.
  • Regular dental recalls are crucial for long-term success.
  • Patient compliance is improved through consistent reinforcement and immediate intervention.

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