title: Supportive periodontal treatment introduction--definition, extent of need, therapeutic objectives, frequency and efficacy.
authors.forename: T G
authors.initials: TG
authors.lastname: Wilson
mesh_terms: D003777:Dental Prophylaxis / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D005891:Gingivitis / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control*; D010518:Periodontitis / Q000628:therapy; D012008:Recurrence