Mohd Noh, Nur Zety and Wan Ismail, Wan Nur Syamimie and Wan Maznan, Wan Nur Izzati and Mohamed Khazin, Sobrina and Ardini, Yunita Dewi (2025) Periodontal screening, where are we now? A narrative review. Annals of Dentistry University of Malaya, 32 (-). pp. 30-39. ISSN 0128-7532 E-ISSN 2462-2060
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Abstract
Prevention of diseases begins with screening. An ideal screening tool identifies patients at an early stage to facilitate appropriate treatment modalities with the aim of preventing symptom manifestation, reducing disease severity, and improving health outcomes. Disease screening has been a fundamental component of preventive medicine and dentistry. In the context of periodontal disease, the basic periodontal examination (BPE) is one of the screening tools available. There is a high prevalence of periodontal diseases worldwide, indicating a global issue. Despite the significance of periodontal screening, it remains underutilized both globally and locally. The lack of routine screening contributes to poor assessment and treatment of periodontal disease. This article focuses on the epidemiology of periodontal disease, the associated challenges, current screening practices, and the future directions of periodontal screening. By addressing these issues, early detection and management of periodontal disease can be improved, ultimately enhancing oral health outcomes.
| Item Type: | Article (Review) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Epidemiology, Malaysia, Periodontal disease, Periodontal screening |
| Subjects: | R Medicine > RK Dentistry |
| Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): | Kulliyyah of Dentistry Kulliyyah of Dentistry > Department of Restorative Dentistry |
| Depositing User: | NUR ZETY MOHD NOH |
| Date Deposited: | 31 Dec 2025 09:20 |
| Last Modified: | 31 Dec 2025 09:20 |
| Queue Number: | 2025-12-Q1389 |
| URI: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/126537 |
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