Periodontics: 8. Periodontal Problems Associated with Compromised Anterior Teeth

From Volume 35, Issue 1, January 2008 | Pages 21-28

Authors

PJ Byrne

Lecturer, Dublin Dental Hospital and Practice Limited to Periodontics, Dublin, Republic of Ireland

Articles by PJ Byrne

C Irwin

Reader/Consultant, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Queen's University of Belfast, School of Clinical Dentistry, Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast BT12 6BP, Republic of Ireland

Articles by C Irwin

B Mullally

Consultant and Honorary Senior Lecturer, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Queen's University of Belfast, School of Clinical Dentistry, Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, BT12 6BP, Republic of Ireland

Articles by B Mullally

E Allen

Lecturer, Department of Restorative Dentistry, University College Cork, University Dental School and Hospital, Wilton, Cork, Republic of Ireland

Articles by E Allen

H Ziada

Senior Lecturer/Consultant, Department of Restorative Dentistry, University College Cork, University Dental School and Hospital, Wilton, Cork, Republic of Ireland

Articles by H Ziada

Abstract

Periodontal disease can significantly impact on the appearance of the anterior teeth. Prior to any definitive treatment, stabilization of the periodontal condition is a requirement. Treatment options can range from the placement of simple restorations, through orthodontic realignment, to the extraction and replacement of hopeless teeth. Each treatment plan must be individually tailored to the patient and level of periodontal disease, and must include provision for maintenance periodontal therapy.

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