ABP Periodontology case studies
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The American Board of Periodontology is the certifying board for the specialty of Periodontics, recognized by the National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying Boards, and it provides certification in periodontics and dental implant surgery. Its stated mission is to certify the achievement of in-depth knowledge and proficiency in the full scope of periodontology and dental implant surgery through examination and continuous certification. The credential is aimed at periodontists who have completed specialty training and are pursuing Board certification as candidates, and at Diplomates who maintain certification through annual registration and Maintenance of Certification. The comprehensive examination process covers all aspects of the science of periodontology and dental implant surgery, and the Board's published pathway runs through a Qualifying Examination and an Oral Examination. The ABP Periodontology case studies are 5 cases and about 2,260 words.
1Furcation Involvement with Divergent Prognoses
A 58-year-old non-smoking woman with well-controlled type 2 diabetes (HbA1c 6.8%) presents for periodontal maintenance. She has had scaling and root planing 8 months ago and reports good compliance with interdental brushing.
518 words, about 3 min2Regeneration Candidate or Not: An Intrabony Defect Decision
A 45-year-old man, non-smoker, is referred for evaluation of tooth 19. He completed non-surgical therapy 3 months ago.
448 words, about 2 min3Implant Placement in a Smoker with Limited Bone
A 52-year-old man requests a single implant to replace tooth 14, extracted 6 months ago. He smokes 15 cigarettes per day and has done so for 25 years.
448 words, about 2 min4Peri-Implantitis vs. Peri-Implant Mucositis
A 61-year-old woman had an implant placed at tooth 36 three years ago. She presents with bleeding on probing around the implant, a probing depth of 6 mm on the mesial aspect, and no suppuration.
397 words, about 2 min5Mucogingival Defect and Crown Margin Decision
A 34-year-old woman is referred for a 3 mm buccal recession on tooth 13 with a 1 mm band of attached gingiva and a high frenal attachment. She reports sensitivity to cold and is concerned about aesthetics.
449 words, about 2 min