Clerehugh V
University of Dental Hospital of Manchester.
Dent Update. 1991 Jul-Aug;18(6):230, 232, 234 passim.
Periodontal disease is one of the most widespread diseases known. It can begin in childhood and progress through adolescence into adult life, eventually resulting in tooth loss. This article identifies the features of periodontal health, gingivitis and periodontitis in children and adolescents. Periodontal assessment, diagnosis and management in younger patients are also described.
