Parodontalstatus

Parodontalstatus (periodontal status) describes the health and condition of the periodontium—the tissues that support and surround the teeth. It reflects the balance between destructive inflammatory processes and the supporting structures that retain teeth in place.

The periodontium comprises gingiva, periodontal ligament, cementum, and alveolar bone. Its clinical manifestations include gingival inflammation, probing pocket depths, clinical attachment loss, gingival recession, tooth mobility, and radiographic evidence of bone loss. Healthy function requires stable attachment and minimal inflammation.

Assessment of Parodontalstatus involves clinical examination and radiographic imaging. Probing depth measurements, assessment of clinical attachment level, bleeding on probing, and plaque levels are routinely recorded. Radiographs evaluate bone levels and structural changes; furcation involvement and recession provide additional information.

Classification of Parodontalstatus follows standardized schemes. In many settings, the terms healthy, gingivitis, and periodontitis describe daily conditions. The current widely used framework for periodontitis uses stages (I–IV) and grades (A–D) to capture severity, extent, and rate of progression, along with risk factors such as smoking and diabetes.

Parodontalstatus is a key determinant of tooth stability, function, and aesthetics. It guides treatment planning, prognosis estimation, and monitoring over time. Factors that influence status include plaque control, systemic health, smoking, and genetic predisposition.

Understanding Parodontalstatus is essential in dental care, since changes may be reversible in early stages and may require comprehensive intervention in advanced disease. Regular periodontal assessment remains a cornerstone of preventive and restorative dentistry.