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The Evolution of Prepubertal Localized Aggressive Periodontitis in Primary and Mixed Dentition-Clinical Evidence
Radu-Andrei Moga1, Cristian Doru Olteanu2, Ada Gabriela Delean1
1Department of Odontology, Endodontics and Oral Pathology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iuliu Hatieganu, Str. Motilor 33, 400001 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Journal of Clinical Medicine
|July 15, 2026
Summary
Early diagnosis and systemic antibiotics are crucial for treating localized aggressive periodontitis (LPP) in children. Prompt treatment can halt rapid tissue destruction and promote periodontal regeneration, but host susceptibility remains.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontology
- Oral Medicine
Background:
- Prepubertal localized aggressive periodontitis (LPP) is a rare, rapidly progressing periodontal disease in healthy children.
- It affects primary and mixed dentition, causing significant tissue destruction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize data on LPP progression in children aged 2-13 years.
- To evaluate treatment strategies, focusing on efficacy and outcomes.
- To correlate findings with a 24-month case follow-up.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of 9 studies and 10 contextual publications (Jan 2014-Apr 2026).
- Correlation with a 24-month follow-up of a prepubertal LPP patient.
Main Results:
- LPP causes rapid destruction in primary dentition, risking permanent dentition.
- Systemic antibiotics significantly reduced tissue loss and enabled regeneration.
- Delayed diagnosis (4-6 months) leads to irreversible tooth loss despite healing potential.
Conclusions:
- Systemic antibiotic treatment is mandatory for LPP/C-MIP from the primary dentition stage.
- Amoxicillin/Augmentin-Metronidazole is recommended, with careful dosage monitoring for adverse reactions.
- While periodontal gains are evident, disease recurrence is possible.
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