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Orthodontics and Periodontology in Children and Adolescents

by Maria Giacinta Paolone, Roberto Kaitsas

This volume introduces an innovative integration of interceptive orthodontics with periodontal and surgical protocols in children and adolescents. It stresses the value of periodontal screening for early detection of dental and systemic issues and presents the p-OPRA (paediatric-Ortho-Perio-Risk Assessment) protocol for treatment planning. Topics include periodontal pathologies, management of teeth at risk of retention, surgical approaches for impacted teeth, and numerical anomalies such as agenesis and supernumeraries. Through extensive clinical cases, the authors outline a comprehensive ortho-perio strategy for managing transverse, sagittal and vertical discrepancies, ensuring long-term stability into adulthood.