Orthodontics and Periodontology in Children and Adolescents

Description

This volume arises from the synthesis of pure clinical interceptive orthodontic therapy and classical periodontal and surgical treatment with the orthodontically and periodontally guided protocol in adults developed by the authors. The periodontal approach in diagnosis, treatment planning and orthodontic mechanics in children and adolescents represents a revolution that must become an integral part of daily orthodontic practice. The book addresses major periodontal pathologies in paediatric and adolescent patients and highlights the importance of periodontal screening to enable early detection of both dental and systemic issues. The integrated evaluation of treatment risk factors — fundamental in periodontal therapy — is incorporated into the treatment plan for children through the p-OPRA (paediatric-Ortho-Perio-Risk Assessment) protocol. From an orthodontic-periodontal standpoint, the management of teeth at risk of retention is explored from a diagnostic and interceptive...