Review Note

Periodontology: The scientific study of the {{c1::periodontium}} in {{c1::health}} and {{c1::disease}}.
Periodontal disease: The {{c1::pathologic processes}} affecting the periodontium; most often {{c1::gingivitis}} and {{c1::periodontitis}}.
Periodontitis: Inflammation of the periodontal tissues resulting in {{c1::clinical attachment loss}}, {{c1::alveolar bone loss}}, and {{c1::periodontal pocketing}}.
Long-term success depends on the periodontal condition being {{c1::stabilized}}