Category: Periodontics Subject Code: 490 Authors: Ahmad Soolari, DMD, MS; and Mohammad Seyed Mozaffari, DDS Summary: This article discusses an effective treatment of gingival excess using a periodontal and restorative approach with long-term follow-up results of 8 years showing that the results can be maintained over time. Learning Objectives: After reading this article, the individual […]
This article presents 2 case studies that demonstrate the human histological evidence required to make the claim of true periodontal regeneration using the laser-assisted regeneration (LAR) protocol. This article is peer reviewed and available for 2 hours of CE credit.
This article discusses the importance of soft tissue around implants, in terms of overall treatment success, and the management of peri-implantitis using various methods, with emphasis placed on coordinated treatment. This article is peer reviewed and available for 2 hours of CE credit.
This article presents a case involving a patient with numerous serious oral and systemic health problems. The planning and treatment approach demonstrates that such patients can be successfully treated in the dental setting. This article is peer reviewed and available for 2 hours of CE credit.
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This article presents case reports demonstrating the supraperiosteal envelope autogenous connective tissue free graft for the treatment of gingival recession. In addition, a retrospective data analysis of treated cases using the supraperiosteal envelope technique is presented. This article is peer reviewed and available for 2 hours of CE credit.
Amit Patel, BDS, MSc, presents the basic characteristics of periodontitis, peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis, and discusses diagnostic indicators of peri-implant disease, supportive maintenance of healthy peri-implant tissues, and treatment of peri-implantitis. This article is peer-reviewed and available for 2 hours of CE credit. Learning Objectives: After reading this article, the individual will learn: (1) the etiology, signs, and symptoms of peri-implant diseases; and (2) the requirements for the prevention of peri-implant mucositis, and treatment protocols for peri-implantitis.
