Comprehensive treatment concept in a young adult patient with severe periodontal disease: a case report

Quintessence Int. 2002 Sep;33(8):567-78.

Abstract

This case report describes the comprehensive treatment of generalized, advanced periodontal disease in a young patient. In view of the necessary reconstruction, the extensive destruction of the periodontal tissues required a systematic approach to determine the possibilities and the expectations of the patient. The subsequent oral rehabilitation was accomplished with fixed prosthodontics. In the mandible, strategically important anchor teeth were replaced with implants, allowing smaller units to be inserted. The long-term treatment result, however, can only be ensured with the full cooperation of the patient and consistent periodontal maintenance care.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aggressive Periodontitis / therapy
  • Alveolar Bone Loss / therapy
  • Comprehensive Dental Care*
  • Dental Calculus / therapy
  • Dental Caries / therapy
  • Dental Fistula / therapy
  • Dental Implants
  • Denture Design
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Furcation Defects / therapy
  • Gingival Diseases / therapy
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mouth Rehabilitation
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Periodontal Attachment Loss / therapy
  • Periodontal Diseases / therapy*
  • Prognosis
  • Tooth Mobility / therapy
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Dental Implants