Understanding Furcation Involvement Classification For Effective Periodontal Treatment
Furcation involvement classification categorizes the extent and location of periodontal disease affecting the furcation, the junction where the roots of a multi-rooted tooth diverge. Different grades (I-III) and specific types (through-and-through, lateral wall, etc.) describe the involvement’s severity and impact on the tooth’s structural integrity. Accurate classification guides treatment planning, which may include scaling and…