A Practical Guide to the Periodontal Red Flags in General Practice

Overview

Periodontal conditions can often develop with subtle clinical signs that may be overlooked during routine dental examinations. Bleeding on probing, gingival recession, tooth mobility, furcation involvement, changes in probing depths, and radiographic bone loss can all serve as important warning signs. Recognizing these periodontal red flags early is essential for timely diagnosis, appropriate management, and referral when specialist care is required.

In this clinically oriented online lecture, Dr. Karishma Lodaya will discuss a systematic approach to recognizing, evaluating, and interpreting periodontal red flags in general practice. The session will focus on the clinical findings that should raise concern, how to assess their significance, and how general dentists can distinguish routine periodontal findings from cases requiring further periodontal evaluation.

This lecture on IIDR will also focus on clinical decision-making and periodontal referral, helping dentists identify when additional investigations or specialist intervention may be necessary. Participants can incorporate systematic periodontal assessment into everyday general practice and ensure timely recognition of significant periodontal conditions.

Key Areas Covered

Understanding common periodontal red flags in general practice
Recognizing important clinical signs and symptoms
Assessment of bleeding, probing depths and gingival changes
Identifying gingival recession and mucogingival concerns
Evaluating tooth mobility and furcation involvement
Understanding the significance of radiographic bone loss
Identifying periodontal risk factors and disease progression
Differentiating findings that can be managed in general practice from those requiring periodontal referral
Appropriate clinical documentation and treatment planning
Common mistakes in recognizing and managing periodontal problems

Join Dr. Karishma Lodaya at IIDR on October 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM for an insightful online lecture on “A Practical Guide to the Periodontal Red Flags in General Practice”. Moreover, strengthen periodontal assessment and referral decisions in everyday practice.

Curriculum

2 Sections
4 Lessons
2 Weeks

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Introduction
2
- 1.1
  Learning Objectives
  1 Minute
- 1.2
  About the Speaker
  5 Minutes
About the Event
2
- 2.1
  Registration Link
  1 Minute
- 2.2
  Apply for Certificate
  1 Minute

Instructor

Dr Karishma Lodaya

FAQs

Who can benefit from this webinar?

The session is designed for general dentists, interns, recent graduates, postgraduate students, and clinicians who want to improve their ability to recognize periodontal red flags and identify cases that require specialist referral.

When should a general dentist consider referring a patient to a periodontist?

Referral should be considered when clinical findings suggest significant or progressive periodontal involvement, complex mucogingival concerns, furcation involvement, significant mobility, or other conditions requiring specialist evaluation and management.

Requirements

A laptop, tablet, or smartphone with a stable internet connection
Access to Zoho through a compatible browser or the Zoho app
Working audio to follow the live session
A quiet environment for uninterrupted participation
Notebook and pen for taking notes
Basic understanding of periodontal examination and routine clinical procedures
No specialized instruments, software, or equipment are required

Features

Understanding the key periodontal red flags encountered in general practice
Recognition of important clinical signs and symptoms
Practical approach to periodontal examination and assessment
Evaluation of bleeding, probing depths, recession, mobility and furcation involvement
Understanding the significance of radiographic bone loss
Identifying periodontal risk factors and signs of disease progression
Differential assessment of routine periodontal findings versus concerning presentations
Clinical decision-making and treatment planning

Target audiences

General Dental Practitioners
BDS Interns & Recent Graduates
Postgraduate Dental Students
Periodontists & Periodontology Postgraduates
Restorative & Aesthetic Dentists
Prosthodontists
Implantologists
Dentists involved in routine periodontal assessment and diagnosis
Clinicians who want to improve their ability to recognize periodontal red flags and make appropriate referral decisions