September 10, 2025

Is the 2018 American Academy of Periodontology/European Federation of Periodontology Classification of Periodontal Diseases and Conditions Useful for Children and Adolescents?

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This review evaluates the effectiveness of the periodontal disease classification in children and adolescents, suggesting necessary modifications.

The 2018 classification broadly applies to various populations, but modifications for children and adolescents may be necessary.
Evaluation highlights the need for adjustments to improve the clinical utility of periodontal disease classification in younger patients.
Critical examination reveals unique features of periodontal conditions in children that warrant a reassessment of the classification system.
Further research is essential to enhance the understanding and communication of periodontal diseases within pediatric cohorts.

Güzeldemir et al. (2025) studied this question.

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This review evaluates the effectiveness of the periodontal disease classification in children and adolescents, suggesting necessary modifications.