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Necrotising periodontal diseases: an update on classification and management
Rachel Ogunleye1, Obioma Ukoha1, Weronika Nasterska1
1Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, UK.
Abstract:
Necrotising periodontal diseases can present with significant morbidity and, whilst unusual, they are not entirely uncommon in primary care. With this in mind, members of the dental team should be aware of relatively recent changes to the classification and management of these diseases to optimise patient outcomes. Similarly, understanding the bacteriology, patterns of tissue breakdown, and management and maintenance of these conditions will allow clinicians to manage these diseases should they present. The progression of necrotising diseases in Sub-Saharan Africa to present as noma is also discussed. The objective is to help the reader understand the classification and management of necrotising periodontal diseases.
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