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Adjunctive Diode Laser Therapy and Probiotic Lactobacillus Therapy in the Treatment of Periodontitis and Peri-Implant Disease
Published on: May 9, 2022
Clinical periodontal diagnosis
Giovanni E Salvi1, Andrea Roccuzzo1, Jean-Claude Imber1
1Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland.
This review summarizes diagnostic criteria for periodontal health and disease. Accurate clinical and radiographic assessments are crucial for effective periodontal treatment planning and patient care.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Periodontology
Background:
- Periodontal diseases stem from bacterial biofilms, triggering host responses.
- Diagnosis involves assessing clinical signs (bleeding, pockets, bone loss) and patient-reported outcomes (mobility).
- Current diagnostic signs may reflect past disease activity rather than active infection.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review essential clinical and radiographic diagnostic criteria.
- To aid in classifying patients with periodontal health or disease.
- To inform appropriate periodontal treatment planning.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of diagnostic criteria for periodontal health and disease.
- Synthesis of clinical and radiographic assessment parameters.
- Focus on signs and patient-reported outcomes.
Main Results:
- Established clinical and radiographic signs are key diagnostic indicators.
- Patient-reported symptoms like tooth mobility are also important considerations.
- Diagnosis should guide subsequent periodontal therapy and supportive care.
Conclusions:
- Accurate diagnosis based on comprehensive criteria is fundamental for effective periodontal management.
- Distinguishing between active disease and sequelae is critical.
- This review provides a framework for classifying periodontal status.
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