3. Risk is the probability that an individual will develop a specific
disease in a given period. The risk of developing the disease will
vary from individual to individual.
Risk Factors may be environmental, behavioral, or biologic
factors, that, when present, increase the likelihood that an
individual will develop the disease.
Risk Determinants / Background Characteristics term should be
reserved for those risk factors that cannot be modified.
4. Risk Indicators are probable or putative risk factors that have
been identified in cross-sectional studies but not confirmed
through longitudinal studies.
Risk Predictors/Markers, although associated with increased risk
for disease, do not cause the disease.
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7. Clinical Risk Assessment For Periodontal Disease
Information concerning individual risk for developing periodontal
disease is obtained through careful evaluation of the patient’s-
Demographic data.
Medical history.
Dental history.
Clinical examination.
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12. Conclusion
Risk assessment involves identifying elements that either may
predispose a patient to developing periodontal disease or may
influence the progression of disease that already exists.
In either case, these patients require modification of their
prognosis and treatment plan.
Patients should be educated concerning their risk, and when
appropriate, suitable intervention strategies should be
implemented.
