More on the New Periodontal Disease Classification: Shades of Grey

Monday, 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Arie Crown Theater 

Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine, and Oral Diagnosis 

Moderators: Kenneth S. Kornman and Panos N. Papapanou 

Speakers: Mark A. Reynolds and Rachel A. Schallhorn 

Educational Objectives: 

• Examine this innovative model for identifying and diagnosing periodontal diseases that introduces a multi-dimensional staging and grading system, similar to the method used in oncology. 
• Gain a deeper appreciation for the complex nature of each patient and his/her individual response to treatment. 
• Identify the nuances of the new system and gain a comfort level with the “shades of grey” required to implement it. 
• Practice staging and grading with the experts.