Younger's work in the field of periodontology - Younger was a follower of John W. Riggs, the first American periodontist. - In 1893, he considered periodontal disease an infection. - He discussed the possibility of periodontal reattachment. - Younger reported the first successful gingival graft in 1902. - He described the use of a membrane for periodontal regeneration.

Younger's contributions to periodontology - Younger's work advanced the understanding of periodontal disease. - He pioneered the concept of periodontal reattachment. - Younger's gingival graft surgery was considered a success. - He introduced the use of a membrane for periodontal regeneration. - His contributions influenced the field of periodontology.

Younger's professional practice - Younger practiced in San Francisco, California. - He had a successful career as a periodontist. - Younger treated patients with periodontal disease. - His practice focused on periodontal surgeries and treatments. - He contributed to the development of periodontal techniques.

References - Shklar, G; Carranza, FA: The Historical Background of Periodontology. - Carranzas Clinical Periodontology, 9th Edition. - Oral Surgery and Crown Lengthening. Retrieved April 17, 2014. - American Dental Club of Paris: Meetings of December 1902 and January and March 1903. - Dent Cosmos 1904; 46:39.

Other specialties - Endodontology - Orthodontology - Prosthodontology - Capnocytophaga sp. - Dentistry stubs