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ch 55 periodontics

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method of scoring the amount of bleeding present   show
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show bone augmentation  
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instrument used to remove supragingival calculus in the contact area of anterior teeth. The blade on the chisel scaler is curved slightly to adapt to the tooth surfaces   show
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surgical procedure to expose more tooth surface   show
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surgical instrument used to remove tissue from the tooth socket   show
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show file  
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surgical removal of diseased gingival tissues   show
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show gingivoplasty  
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curette with ne cuting edge area specific it is designed to adapt to specific tooth surfaces ( mesial or distal )   show
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type of scaler used to remove heavy supragingival calculus; it is most effective when used on buccal and lingual surfaces of the posterior teeth   show
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double ended knife with kidney shaped blades; commonly used in periodontal surgery   show
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highly concentrated beam of light; acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation   show
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show mobility  
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show occlusal trauma  
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show orban knife  
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show osseous surgery  
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show ostectomy  
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show osteoplasty  
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show periodontal charting  
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show periodontal dressing  
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show periodontal explorer  
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show periodontal flap surgery  
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show periodontal plastic surgery  
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deepening of the gingival sulcus beyond normal; results from periodontal disease   show
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dental specialty involved with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the supporting tissues   show
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dentist with advanced education in teh specialty of periodontics   show
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procedure that smooths the surface of a root by removing abnormal toxic ementum or dentin that is rough, contaminated or permeated with calculus   show
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show scaling  
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a hook shaped instrument that is available in various sizes and shapes and is used for the removal of tenacious supragingival deposits of calculus   show
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show ultrasonic scaler  
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hand instrument used to treat subgingival surfaces; it has a blade with an unbroken cutting edge that curves around the toe and a flat face set at a 90 degree angle to the lower shank.   show
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Depending on the particular state's dental practice act, the dental assistant also may do what   show
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a periodontal examination includes:   show
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periodontal charting includes:   show
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a normal sulcus measures ___ mm or less   show
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show measure how much epithelial attachment has een lost to disease  
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the greater the depth of the periodontal pocket   show
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name 5 dental conditions that contribute to periodontal disease   show
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show changes in the gingiva color, size, shape and texture, gingival inflammation, gingival bleeding, evidence of exudate, development of periodontal pockets  
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show millimeters  
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show 6  
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the bleeding index is based upon which principal   show
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show plaque  
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above the gingivae   show
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below the gingivae   show
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_____ is hard mineralized plaque. It may be supragingival or subgingival. It adheres to the surfaces of natural teeth, crowns, bridges and dentures. It is a contributing factor in peridontal disease because it is always covered with plaque   show
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show distobuccal, buccal, mesiobuccal, distolingual, lingual, mesiolingual  
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occlusal trauma does not cause periodontal pocket formation but it can cause   show
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show vertical, crestal bone loss  
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A _____ is the point at which the roots of a multirooted tooth diverge   show
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what is the difference between cotton pliers and pocket markers   show
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when using the ultrasonice scaler should you use the saliva ejector or the HVE   show
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show consultation with the patient's cardiologist is necessary before using it because theoretically an ultrasonic scaler can disrupt a pacemaker  
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show dental prophylaxis commonly referred to as a prophy or cleaning  
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who is the dental team is licensed to do a prophylaxis   show
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what is the primary treatment for gingivitis   show
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which antimicrobial agent is the most effective therapy available to reduce plaque and gingivitis   show
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show the periodotistmay prescribe an analgesic and antibiotic, may recomment chlorhexidine as well  
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show 24 hours  
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which type of periodontal dressing is the most widely used   show
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what are some guidelines for laser safety   show
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