For patients with which of the following conditions should adjunctive diagnostic tests be used?

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Adjunctive diagnostic tests should be used for patients with refractory periodontitis, as this indicates a lack of response to traditional treatment and may require a more in-depth evaluation to determine the underlying cause.

Additional note: While adjunctive diagnostic tests may also be helpful for patients with other conditions, such as aggressive periodontitis or necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis, these conditions are typically easier to diagnose and manage clinically, without the use of additional tests. Hormonal-influenced gingivitis may also be diagnosed and managed clinically, but may warrant additional testing if there are concerns about underlying systemic conditions. Chronic periodontitis is a common, but typically less severe form of periodontal disease, which can be diagnosed and managed clinically.

For Patients with Which of the Following Conditions Should Adjunctive