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Evidence checklist

Chronic Periodontal Disease

DC 991338 CFR § 4.150Dental/Oral

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
Nexus opinion linking periodontal disease to service ("at least as likely as not")Critical

A medical or dental opinion stating it is "at least as likely as not" (50%+ probability) that your periodontal disease is connected to your military service, including lack of dental care during deployments or medication side effects.

Private provider · independent opinion
Panoramic dental X-rays showing bone loss

Panoramic radiographs documenting alveolar bone loss, which establishes the severity and extent of periodontal disease.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 2 collected
Dental records showing progression during/after serviceCritical

Comprehensive dental records documenting the onset and worsening of periodontal disease during or shortly after military service.

VA or private records · written request
Documentation of medications causing dry mouth

Pharmacy records showing prescriptions for service-connected conditions (antidepressants for PTSD, pain medications) that cause xerostomia (dry mouth), a known contributor to periodontal disease.

VA or private records · written request
03

Lay statements

0 of 2 collected
Buddy statement from spouse, family, or fellow service member

A written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
Personal statement describing symptoms and functional impact

Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
04

Benefits questionnaire

0 of 1 collected
Completed DBQ Dental and Oral ConditionsCritical

Standardized form capturing periodontal findings, bone loss extent, tooth mobility, and functional impact on chewing.

Provider-completed · VA DBQ formHow to get this →
05

Service records

0 of 2 collected
Documentation of in-service dental care (or lack thereof)Critical

Service records showing gaps in dental treatment during deployments or documentation of limited dental facilities available during service.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180
Service treatment records (STRs)Critical

Military medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180

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