Periodontist Diplomate American Board of Periodontology Esopus, New York, United States
Disclosure(s):
Sarah Balaster, DMD: K pharmaceuticals: Consultant (Ongoing); Millenium Dental Technologies: Consultant (Ongoing); Philips Oral Healthcare: Consultant (Ongoing)
This course provides an in-depth exploration of periodontal staging and grading, focusing on the diagnostic criteria and assessment techniques that underpin effective periodontal care. You will learn the latest guidelines and classification systems, supplemented by real-world case studies that illustrate practical applications. Develop a robust understanding of how to accurately stage and grade periodontal diseases, enhancing your ability to tailor treatment plans and select the most appropriate therapeutic tools.
Learning Objectives:
Build confidence in periodontal staging and grading by understanding principles and criteria to accurately assess, classify and manage periodontal diseases according to cure
Learn how to interpret periodontal charting, radiographs and clinical findings to confidently determine disease severity to make informed treatment plans
Understand the roles of different assessment techniques, including clinical evaluations, radiographic analysis and periodontal charting
Apply Staging and Grading in Real Cases: Work through real patient scenarios to see how staging and grading impact treatment planning, patient communication, and long-term disease management.
Optimize Treatment Selection: Gain insights into how precise diagnosis informs the selection of targeted therapeutic tools and techniques, ultimately improving patient care outcomes.
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