Perio Treatment Step 3

Question 1

what are factors for success of periodontal management?

Answer 1

• good OH
• no bleeding on probing
• no pockets greater than 4mm
• no increasing tooth mobility
• a functional and comfortable dentition

Question 2

what should you do with a patient with poor oh and persistent inflammation at the re-evaluation stage?

Answer 2

• identify reason for poor oh, then supportive care or repeat cause-related therapy for the inflammation

Question 3

what should you do for a patient with good oh, and resolved inflammation at re-evaluation stage?

Answer 3

• supportive care & proceed with treatment plan

Question 4

what should you do for a patient with good oh, but persistent deep pockets with BoP at re-evaluation stage?

Answer 4

consider surgical access or repeat RSD, then re-evaluate