Classification of Periodontal Diseases

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What is the definition of classification?

  • An approach to diagnose diseases
  • A systematic arrangement into groups based on common attributes (correct)
  • A process of educating patients
  • A method to create treatment plans

What is gingivitis?

Inflammation of the periodontium confined to the gingiva.

What is periodontitis?

An inflammatory disease of the supporting structures of the periodontium including the gingiva, periodontal ligament, bone, and cementum.

What does periodontal disease refer to?

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What organization initiated the current classification of periodontal diseases?

<p>American Academy of Periodontology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are plaque-induced gingival diseases?

<p>Periodontal disease involving inflammation of the gingiva in response to bacteria at the gingival margin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are non-plaque-induced gingival lesions?

<p>Periodontal diseases not caused by bacterial plaque biofilm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes chronic gingivitis?

<p>Long-lasting inflammation that may exist for years without progressing to periodontitis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is chronic periodontitis?

<p>A bacterial infection of the periodontium resulting in inflammation and destruction of supporting tissues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines aggressive periodontitis?

<p>A bacterial infection characterized by rapid destruction of the periodontal ligament and supportive bone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease?

<p>A disease category where systemic conditions are the major predisposing factor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is necrotizing periodontal disease?

<p>A unique type of periodontal disease involving tissue necrosis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is tissue necrosis?

<p>Localized tissue death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a periodontal abscess?

<p>An acute destructive process resulting in localized collections of pus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is periodontitis associated with endodontic lesions?

<p>A category involving infection or death of the dental pulp's tissues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are periodontal diseases classified?

<p>Divided into types based on bacterial etiology, development, and clinical manifestations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the purposes of classifying periodontal diseases?

<ol> <li>Communicating clinical findings accurately. 2. Presenting information to patients. 3. Formulating individualized treatment plans. 4. Predicting treatment outcomes.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Which are the major diagnostic categories of periodontal disease?

<p>Periodontitis (C), Gingivitis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does health mean in the context of periodontal diseases?

<p>No clinical signs of inflammation are present.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Disease Classification

Systematic arrangement of diseases into groups based on common attributes.

Gingivitis

Reversible inflammation confined to the gingiva, causing damage to gingival tissue.

Periodontitis

Irreversible destruction of supporting periodontal structures, leading to loss of attachment and bone.

Periodontal Disease

Inflammation affecting the tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth.

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Plaque-Induced Gingivitis

Gingival inflammation triggered by bacterial plaque at the gingival margin.

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Non-Plaque-Induced Lesions

Gingival lesions that do not stem from bacterial plaque biofilm.

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Chronic Gingivitis

Long-lasting gingivitis that may not progress to periodontitis over many years.

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Chronic Periodontitis

Progressive tissue destruction and loss of tooth support.

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Aggressive Periodontitis

Rapid tissue and bone loss, causing high tooth loss risk.

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Systemic Periodontitis

Periodontitis where systemic conditions are primary factors.

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Necrotizing Periodontal Disease

Tissue necrosis, presenting painful infections with ulceration and sloughing of tissue.

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Periodontal Abscess

Localized pus collection in the periodontium unrelated to tooth pulp infection.

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Etiology of Periodontal Disease

Understanding bacterial causes, development, and clinical aspects of diseases.

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Purpose: Classifying Diseases

Enhances communication, aids education, facilitates treatment plans, and predicts outcomes.

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Gingivitis and Periodontitis

Two main categories of periodontal conditions.

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Periodontal Health

Absence of clinical signs of inflammation or disease.

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Study Notes

Classification of Periodontal Diseases

  • Systematic arrangement of diseases into groups based on common attributes is known as classification.

Types of Periodontal Diseases

  • Gingivitis: Reversible inflammation confined to the gingiva; results in damage to gingival tissue.
  • Periodontitis: Involves irreversible destruction of supporting structures like gingiva and bone; can lead to loss of attachment.

General Definitions

  • Periodontal disease: Refers to inflammation affecting the periodontium.
  • Plaque-induced gingival diseases: Gingival inflammation triggered by bacteria at the gingival margin.

Non-Plaque-Induced Conditions

  • Non-plaque-induced gingival lesions: Do not stem from bacterial plaque biofilm and may worsen despite plaque removal.

Chronic Conditions

  • Chronic gingivitis: Long-lasting condition that may not progress to periodontitis over years.
  • Chronic periodontitis: Common form characterized by progressive tissue destruction and loss of tooth support.

Aggressive Forms

  • Aggressive periodontitis: Features rapid tissue and bone loss, causing high tooth loss risk; often unresponsive to treatment.
  • Periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease: Disease where systemic conditions are primary factors, with bacterial infection as secondary.

Unique Conditions

  • Necrotizing periodontal disease: Involves tissue necrosis, presenting painful infections with ulceration and sloughing of tissue.
  • Periodontal abscess: Localized pus collection in the periodontium, not related to tooth pulp infection.

Periodontal Disease Etiology

  • Classification involves understanding specific bacterial causes, development, and clinical aspects of diseases.

Purposes of Classifying Periodontal Diseases

  • Enhances communication of clinical findings to healthcare providers and insurance.
  • Aids in patient education regarding their condition.
  • Facilitates creation of tailored treatment plans.
  • Predicts possible treatment outcomes.

Major Diagnostic Categories

  • Two main categories: Gingivitis and Periodontitis.

Health Indicators

  • Absence of clinical signs indicates good periodontal health.

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