Treatment of stage I-III periodontitis
The EFP S3-level clinical practice guideline

Where does the need for this guideline come from?

• Implementation of the new classification of periodontitis should facilitate
the use of appropriate preventive and therapeutic interventions, depending
on the stage and grade of the disease. The application of this S3-level clinical
practice guideline will allow a homogeneous and evidence-based approach to
the management of stage I–III periodontitis.
What do patients need to know?
• An essential prerequisite to therapy is to inform the patient of the diagnosis,
including causes of the condition, risk factors, treatment alternatives and
expected risks and benefits including explanations regarding consequences of
refused treatment.
• This discussion should be followed by agreement on a personalized care plan.
• The plan might need to be modified during the treatment journey, depending
on patient preferences, clinical findings and changes to overall health.