Exam 16: Periodontics

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Periodontology is the branch of dentistry that deals with

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Allogenic bone grafts

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Probing depths normally include

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A periodontal probe is marked in

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The type of implant that is set within the apex of a tooth is a/an ____________________ implant.

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Periodontal debridement

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Crown lengthening is a cosmetic procedure that may be done to reduce the appearance of a gummy smile.

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Which index uses predetermined tooth numbers?

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The type of implant that is placed through the bone is a/an ____________________ implant.

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According to the AAP, gingival disease is

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A score of 0 on the PI indicates

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As part of non-surgical periodontal therapy, the patient should

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Match the periodontal instrument to its function.
uses light energy on hard and soft tissue
explorer
has multiple cutting edges to remove stubborn calculus
periodontal probe
uses current to incise tissue and coagulate blood
ultrasonic unit
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uses light energy on hard and soft tissue
explorer
has multiple cutting edges to remove stubborn calculus
periodontal probe
uses current to incise tissue and coagulate blood
ultrasonic unit
determines calculus, overhangs, furcation involvement
chisel
measures the depth of a periodontal pocket
scaler
removes supragingival calculus
file
removes heavy supragingival calculus in the posterior
curette
removes heavy supragingival calculus in the anterior
hoe
uses sound to break apart calculus
laser unit
removes subgingival calculus
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Traditional metal instruments may be used safely on implants.

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Periodontal dressing packs may contain

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A healthy sulcus measures between 1 and 4 mm in depth.

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Match the periodontal surgery technique to its correct definition.
tissues are separated to permit removal of deposits and contouring of bone
gingivoplasty
placement of a semipermeable membrane to promote new periodontal attachment
ENAP
alteration of the bony support of the tooth
guided tissue regeneration
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tissues are separated to permit removal of deposits and contouring of bone
gingivoplasty
placement of a semipermeable membrane to promote new periodontal attachment
ENAP
alteration of the bony support of the tooth
guided tissue regeneration
frenum-repositioning surgery
gingivectomy
removal of chronically inflamed tissue to permit new attachment
vestibuloplasty
removal of gum tissue
osseous surgery
reshaping the gum tissue
periodontal flap surgery
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The type of implant that is placed within the bone is a/an ____________________ implant.

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The purpose of periodontal ligament fibers is to support and retain the tooth in the alveolar bone.

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Attached gingiva is

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