J Periodontol. 2000 May;71(5 Suppl):861-2. doi: 10.1902/jop.2000.71.5-S.861.
The American Academy of Periodontology has developed the following parameter on the identification and treatment of mucogingival conditions. Patients should be informed of the disease process, therapeutic alternatives, potential complications, expected results, and their responsibility in treatment. Consequences of no treatment should be explained. The consequences of this option may range from no change in the condition to progression of the defect. Given this information, patients should then be able to make informed decisions regarding their periodontal therapy.
