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Risk Factor

Confirmed causal relationship with periodontitis, e.g., smoking, diabetes.

Risk Determinant

Non-modifiable factors influencing periodontitis, e.g., age, genetics.

Risk Indicator

Likely association with periodontitis, e.g., stress, osteoporosis.

Risk Predictor

Associated with disease progression but not causative in periodontitis.

Periodontitis

A severe gum disease characterized by inflammation and tissue loss.

BOP

Bleeding on Probing; a clinical sign of periodontal disease.

PD

Probing Depth; measurement used to assess periodontal health.

CAL

Clinical Attachment Loss; loss of connective tissue attachment.

Supportive Periodontal Therapy (SPT)

Ongoing maintenance treatment to prevent disease recurrence.

Necrotizing Periodontal Diseases (NPDs)

A group of severe periodontal diseases, including NUG and NUP.

Systemic Diseases Linked to Periodontitis

Diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory diseases that relate to periodontal health.

Scaling and Root Planing (SRP)

A non-surgical procedure aimed at removing plaque and calculus for periodontal therapy.

Epidemiology of Periodontitis

47.2% of US adults are affected; prevalence increases with age.

Preliminary Phase

The initial phase of periodontal treatment focusing on urgent care.

Surgical Therapy

Intervention required when non-surgical therapy fails.

Major Modifiable Risk Factors

Factors like smoking, diabetes, and obesity that can be changed to improve periodontal health.

Clinical Signs of Periodontal Abscess

Localized pain, swelling, deep pockets with pus, and possible tooth mobility.

Diagnostic Features of NPDs

Punched-out papillae, severe pain, gray pseudomembrane, and malodor.

Treatment Protocol for NPDs

Includes debridement, systemic antibiotics, and lifestyle modifications.

Expected Time Frame for Re-evaluation

4-6 weeks after SRP for periodontitis assessment.

Goal of Phase 1 Therapy

Control infection and reduce inflammation through SRP and OHI.

Frequency of Supportive Periodontal Therapy

Every 3-4 months based on individual risk assessment.