This is an opportunity for you to join content expert Tulsi Patel, RDH, MHA and other fellow educators to discuss evidence-based strategies for classifying health and gingivitis using the latest American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) classification system and treatment planning cases. This session will share strategies and resources to better equip students and faculty with the ability to distinguish periodontal and non-periodontal health and gingivitis cases and how to manage patients according to the latest guidelines. *Objectives:* - Identify and apply the latest American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) classification system to accurately distinguish between periodontal and non-periodontal health and gingivitis cases. - Analyze clinical cases using evidence-based strategies to determine appropriate periodontal classifications and develop effective treatment plans for health and gingivitis. - Demonstrate understanding of the key differences between health and gingivitis in both periodontal and non-periodontal contexts through case-based discussions. - Utilize educational resources and strategies to enhance student and faculty competence in classifying and managing health and gingivitis according to latest AAP guidelines.