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Grade C Periodontitis in a Young Patient
Kelly Fernanda Molena1, Ana Aparecida Perucio Camargo Morschel2, Shira Bor2
1Post-Doctoral Student, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazi.
Journal of Dentistry for Children (Chicago, Ill.)
|August 10, 2024
Summary
This case report details the successful treatment of severe periodontitis in a young child. Early diagnosis and multidisciplinary care are crucial for managing pediatric periodontal disease and preventing long-term complications.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontology
- Oral Medicine
Background:
- Periodontitis, a severe gum infection, is uncommon in young children.
- Early-onset periodontitis can lead to rapid destruction of periodontal tissues.
- Systemic health and oral hygiene are critical factors in pediatric oral health.
Observation:
- A four-year-old African-American girl presented with localized stage III grade C periodontitis.
- She had no history of systemic disease or dental caries.
Findings:
- Treatment included oral hygiene instruction, extraction of non-restorable teeth, and full-mouth debridement with systemic antibiotics.
- Two-year follow-up showed disease stabilization and no space loss.
Implications:
- Pediatric dentists must be vigilant in diagnosing and treating periodontitis in primary teeth.
- A multidisciplinary approach is essential to prevent recurrence in the permanent dentition.
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