Participants should be aware of the following financial/non-financial relationships:
Maria L. Geisinger, DDS, MS: I do not have any relevant financial / non-financial relationships with any proprietary interests.
This session evaluates the implementation of the 2017 AAP/EFP World Workshop for Periodontal and Peri-implant Diseases and Conditions into clinical practice. You will utilize your assessment and communication skills in this interactive workshop, designed to hone periodontal diagnostic skills in common clinical scenarios. This program will address how to incorporate the periodontal disease classification into a real-world dental practice using the cases presented, audience feedback, and a Q&A.
Learning Objectives:
Describe challenges for individualized periodontal patient assessment and care for dental patients
Identify potential pitfalls and advantages for implementation of the 2017 AAP/EPF WWDC in your practice.
Develop the communication skills to describe periodontal disease severity and progression
