Phenotype-Driven Treatment Planning for the Interdisciplinary Patient. Part II: A Clinical Case Series

Area of Science:

• Dentistry
• Orthodontics
• Periodontology

Background:

• Skeletal diagnosis and upper airway health are crucial for interdisciplinary patient risk assessment, impacting treatment planning and outcomes.
• A growing prevalence of jaw deficiencies contributes to dentofacial disharmony and malocclusions.
• Current treatment planning lacks a systematic approach to periodontal phenotype assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the application of the newly introduced Phenotype Driven Treatment Planning (PDTP) systematic process.
• To build upon existing evidence regarding the advantages of phenotype modification in interdisciplinary care.
• To emphasize comprehensive diagnosis for optimizing periodontal phenotype dimensions in interdisciplinary dentofacial therapy (IDT).

Main Methods:

• A case series approach was utilized to demonstrate the application of PDTP.
• The study focused on assessing periodontal phenotype dimensions within the context of planned interventions.
• Emphasis was placed on comprehensive diagnostic evaluation for interdisciplinary dentofacial therapy.

Main Results:

• The application of PDTP facilitates the evolution of treatment planning concepts.
• PDTP allows for the selection of appropriate management protocols and treatment sequences.
• Optimized periodontal phenotype dimensions were achieved through comprehensive diagnosis and PDTP.

Conclusions:

• Accurate diagnosis and PDTP are essential for addressing the etiology of dentofacial problems with reduced compromise.
• Phenotype modification and PDTP promote systemic, structural, and functional health in patients.
• This approach enhances interdisciplinary dentofacial therapy by integrating skeletal, airway, and periodontal considerations.