Proposes enhancing the periodontitis classification to improve diagnosis in young patients, suggesting implications for care.
In the conclusion of this paper, we suggest expansion and clarification of the current classification system to: (1) recognize periodontitis in the primary dentition; (2) distinguish patients with grade C periodontitis by the presence or absence of modifying factors; and (3) introduce a subclassification for grade C cases predominantly affecting young patients. These refinements may improve diagnostic accuracy and support more targeted research, prevention, and treatment for at-risk youth.
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