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Aggressive Periodontitis

Category: Pathology | Difficulty: Advanced | Priority: Core

Clinical Definition

Rapidly progressive form of periodontitis that often affects younger individuals and may have a familial pattern.

Patient-Friendly

A fast-moving form of gum disease that can cause serious bone loss in younger patients.

Related Terms

[[rapid bone loss; early-onset periodontitis]]

Notes

Stress early detection and referral to periodontist

Audience

๐ŸŽ“ Student