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Descriptions: This presentation is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively utilize the 2017 American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) Classifications of Periodontal Diseases. Attendees will learn how to accurately establish periodontal classifications, develop comprehensive treatment plans, and manage patient care with confidence. By the end of the session, participants will be able to integrate these classifications into their daily practice, ensuring a higher standard of periodontal care and improved patient outcomes. This training will also cover practical strategies for implementing these guidelines in a clinical setting, enhancing both classification accuracy and treatment provided.

Objectives:

• Outline the essential components of establishing a periodontal classification for periodontitis patients utilizing the 2017 AAP Guidelines.
• Explain how to utilize ‘extent’ when classifying periodontitis.
• Detail the clinical metrics needed to correctly classify ‘stage’ for periodontitis.
• Clarify how to assign a ‘grade’ for periodontitis patients to assess the prognosis.
• Determine how to establish an accurate treatment plan for patients.
• Explore patient management strategies to stabilize periodontal health.