Complications and Failures in Periodontal Therapy

The goal of periodontal therapy is to provide natural dentition and periodontium with proper maintenance for comfort, esthetics, and function. Periodontal treatment either a non-surgical or surgical has its pros and cons. To achieve a goal and consistently predictable outcome, one need to minimize possible risk factors. Factor includes errors in patient selection, incomplete diagnostic procedures, treatment difficulties and obstacles, inadequate healing or the absence of maintenance therapy. This book throws light on such factors which we might miss out. Careful attention to few important points can improve the success rate of periodontal therapy.

Dr. Roshan Rajan Varkey works as Periodontist and Oral Implantologist in Silverline Hospital, Kerala. Dr. Rincy Roshan is an assistant professor in the Department of Periodontics in Annoor Dental College and Hospital, Kerala. Dr. Rajesh K.S. is a Professor in the Department of Periodontics, Yenepoya Dental College, Mangalore.