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EFP Delphi study on the trends in Periodontology and Periodontics in Europe for the year 2025
Author(s) -
Madianos Phoebus,
Papaioannou William,
Herrera David,
Sanz Mariano,
Baeumer Amelie,
Bogren Anna,
Bouchard Philippe,
ChomyszynGajewska Maria,
Demirel Korkud,
Gaspersic Rok,
Giurgiu Marina,
Graziani Filippo,
Jepsen Karin,
Jepsen Sören,
O′Brien Tiernan,
Polyzois Ioannis,
Preshaw Philip M.,
Rakic Mia,
Reners Michele,
Rincic Nives,
Stavropoulos Andreas,
Sütcü Serdar,
Verner Christian,
Llodra Juan Carlos
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
journal of clinical periodontology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 3.456
H-Index - 151
eISSN - 1600-051X
pISSN - 0303-6979
DOI - 10.1111/jcpe.12551
Subject(s) - periodontology , periodontist , dentistry , delphi method , medicine , periodontitis , expert opinion , orthodontics , statistics , mathematics , intensive care medicine
Aim The aim was to assess the potential trends in Periodontology and Periodontics in Europe that might be anticipated by the year 2025, using the Delphi method. Material and Methods The expert opinion of 120 experts was sought through the use of an open‐ended questionnaire, developed by an advisory group, containing 40 questions concerning the various trends in periodontology. Results The experts (113 responders) expect a stabilization of the prevalence of periodontitis, both for the chronic as well as the aggressive cases, but an increase in implant‐related diseases up to the year 2025. Concurrently, the importance of implants is seen to be increasing. They foresee an increased demand for postgraduate periodontology and implantology training. This is mirrored in an increase in publications for implant dentistry and increase in demand and need for training. Concerning the patients, better‐informed individuals seeking more routine check‐ups are expected. Conclusion A continued need for specialized periodontists, but also well trained dental practitioners is foreseen for next decade in Europe. Apart from periodontology they will be increasingly exposed to and trained in implant dentistry.