Presented by: Christine Crawford, RDH, B.Sc., M.Ed.

Experiential AAP Classifications Event - Case Studies!

CE Hours: 6 (Online)

Online Dates:

Part 1: Sunday, September 27th - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST

Part 2: Sunday, October 4th- 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST

Can’t attend live? No problem! All sessions are recorded and automatically uploaded to your rdhu Members Portal within 2–3 days — no need to request access. You'll receive immediate access to the portal, post-test quiz, and certificate right after the course. Recordings remain available for 30 days.

Course Description:

Do you feel like you need more practice with the AAP Classifications? You’re not alone — and this is exactly why this workshop exists.

If you’ve ever second-guessed your staging and grading… hesitated with AAP terminology… or wished you had more hands-on practice rather than more theory, this experiential case-study event is for you.

You’ll work alongside your peers to confidently apply the AAP Classifications using real, relatable cases — complete with full periodontal charting, radiographs, client histories, and clinical scenarios. Together, we’ll determine whether each client presents with clinical health, gingivitis, or periodontitis — and if periodontitis is present, we will accurately establish both stage and grade using a structured, repeatable approach you can take straight back to practice.

This course is highly interactive, practical, and designed to build your confidence, accuracy, and speed in classification. You will leave this workshop feeling prepared, calibrated, and ready to apply the AAP Classifications consistently in any clinical situation.

Recommended Pre-Requisite

Participants should come with a basic understanding of the AAP Classifications. If you would benefit from a theory refresher before diving into case-based application, we recommend taking ABC’s of AAP Classifications first. Click here to register.

What Makes This Workshop Different

Real cases, not textbook examples
Small class size to maximize interaction and individualized support
Meeting-style format with cameras/mics on for collaboration
Multiple case types to reinforce consistency and decision-making
A safe, supportive environment to learn, ask questions, and build mastery

Let’s build your confidence together — and have fun practically applying the AAP Classifications in real-time case scenarios!

Course Objectives:

Define key terms related to gingival health, gingivitis, periodontitis and peri-implantitis.
Calculate bleeding on probing percentages (BOP%).
Compare BOP % for gingival health, gingivitis and periodontitis clients.
Determine whether a client presents as healthy, gingivitis or periodontitis.
Establish the correct stage and grade for a periodontitis client.
Choose generalized, localized or molar-incisor pattern in relation to disease distribution.
Identify periodontal stability or instability in terms of stable, unstable or in remission.
Define an open periodontal pocket and a closed periodontal pocket.
Examine the gingival margin (GM).
Discuss an intact periodontium vs. reduced periodontium.
Determine where clinical attachment loss (CAL) is present, and whether CAL is from periodontitis or non-periodontitis related factors.
Differentiate between periodontal disease and periodontal conditions.
Investigate and discuss a client’s past periodontal history.
Identify periodontal disease risk factors.
Calculate the radiographic bone loss percentage (RBL %).
Confirm the client’s grade via radiographs.
Develop the correct periodontitis statement for the client.

What Your Colleagues Are Saying About This Course

Christine provided a course and material that allowed for continued learning and discussion. As an instructor Christine is patient, encouraging and informative. ~ Angela
The course was very informative and I loved the hands on approach to calculating for Stage and Grade. This course made a lot of things clear and was very helpful as the presenter was well organized and clearly answered questions. ~ Tammy
My experience was outstanding! Christine really knows how to simplify and make it easier to understand AAP Classifications. ~ Jacquelyn
Absolutely amazing! I picked up so many tidbits to take me to the next level of diagnosis. I can’t thank her enough. ~ Karen
Great, in-depth, step-by-step use of the AAP Classifications. ~ Yasmin
Great instructor, very patient, organized, knowledgeable and approachable. ~ Mia
It was a fantastic experience! I think I’ve finally been able to grasp the AAP classification system. I’ve taken other courses before this one and wasn’t able to understand it properly, until now! ~ Alyssa
Beneficial in solidifying understanding of calculation of CAL and application of diagnostic statements. The variety of case studies provided was very helpful and I have found myself referring back to them frequently since completing the course to check my understanding and apply to real-life scenarios. ~ Meghan