Category:Periodontology

Periodontology (from Greek peri "around", odous "tooth" and logos "study") is the specialized branch of dentistry that studies the supporting structures of teeth, as well as diseases and conditions that affect them.

This category includes articles related to the anatomy of the periodontium, the pathogenesis of periodontal diseases, surgical and non-surgical treatment modalities, and implant dentistry as it relates to bone support.

The field of periodontology is broadly divided into the following areas:

• Anatomy of the Periodontium: Articles on the gingiva, PDL, cementum, and alveolar bone.
• Periodontal Pathology: Information on gingivitis, periodontitis, and rare periodontal conditions.
• Periodontal Therapy: Surgical and non-surgical procedures including scaling and root planing and flap surgery.
• Periodontal Surgery: Advanced procedures such as Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) and soft tissue grafts.

For a comprehensive overview, please see the primary article: Periodontology.

• Clinical Attachment Level (CAL)
• Biological Width
• Periodontal Pocket
• Furcation Involvement