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Explain the purpose of the new classification system for periodontal diseases and conditions mentioned in the text.
The purpose of the new classification system is to facilitate better communication among clinicians, aid in diagnosing and treating patients, and to assist scientists in investigating the etiology, pathogenesis, natural history, and treatment of the diseases and conditions.
How many categories are included in the new classification system for periodontal diseases and conditions?
The new classification system includes 3 categories under 'periodontal diseases and conditions.'
How many subcategories are there in total under 'periodontal diseases and conditions' in the new classification system?
There are a total of 11 subcategories under 'periodontal diseases and conditions' in the new classification system.
What are the two types of subcategories under 'periodontal diseases and conditions' in the new classification system?
The two types of subcategories are specific disorders (inflammation without bone loss, inflammation + bone loss, mehtagin bone regen) and rare systemic disorders (such as Papillon Lefevre syndrome and common systemic conditions that modify the course of periodontitis, such as diabetes mellitus).
According to Armitage 1999, how many categories of periodontal diseases are there in the classification?
According to Armitage 1999, there are four categories of periodontal diseases: I. Gingival Diseases, II. Chronic Periodontitis, III. Aggressive Periodontitis, and IV. Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Diseases.
Test your knowledge of periodontal disease classification, including the differences between Armitage 1999 and 2017 World Workshop, the importance of new classification, and the 11 subcategories of classification according to the World Workshop 2017 scheme.
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