ch55 Word Scramble

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Term	Definition
What is the primary advantage of noneugenol periodontal surgical dressing over periodontal surgical dressing that does contain eugenol?	Some patients are allergic to the eugenol and could experience redness and burning pain in the area of the dressing.
A _________ is an instrument calibrated in millimeters that is used to locate and measure the depth of periodontal pockets.	periodontal probe
Which statement is incorrect about the use of lasers in periodontics?	Laser incisions heal faster than those made with a scalpel.
The __________ provides rapid calculus removal by converting very high-frequency sound waves into mechanical energy; it also reduces operator hand fatigue.	ultrasonic scaler
Which of the following instruments is designed to clean subgingival calculus from a specific tooth surface?	Gracey curette
Which of the following statements lists advantages of laser surgery?	Hemostasis is rapid.
Which instrument is designed to remove supragingival calculus from anterior teeth?	Chisel scaler
Which statement describes the purpose of the dentist marking the pockets on the facial and lingual surfaces of the gingival before beginning surgery?	The bleeding points indicate the depth of the pockets, showing the dentist where to place the initial incisions.
Which instrument is used to measure the horizontal and vertical pocket depth of multirooted teeth?	Furcation probe
What are signs and symptoms of periodontal disease?	Bleeding gums
What instrument is used to sever periodontal ligaments for a traumatic tooth extraction, primarily when dental implants are indicated?	Periotome
A normal sulcus measures __ mm or less.	3
Which procedure smooths the surface of a root by removing abnormal tooth tissue that is rough, contaminated, or permeated with calculus?	Root planing
The ______________ includes the gathering of information such as periodontal pocket readings, furcations, tooth mobility, presence of exudate (pus), and gingival recession.	periodontal examination and charting
What soft material forms on the teeth and is the primary cause of gingival inflammation and other forms of periodontal disease?	Plaque
Which periodontal surgery does not remove any of the affected tissue but pushes the tissues away from the underlying tooth roots and alveolar bone?	Flap surgery Incisional surgery
Which symptoms do not identify early signs of periodontal disease?	Tooth mobility
Which surgical procedure involves the surgical reshaping and contouring of the gingival tissue?	Gingivoplasty
___________ is defined as a surgical procedure involving the removal of bone.	Ostectomy
What should a periodontal examination include?	The patient’s medical and dental history. An examination of the teeth and oral tissues.
What is the most effective antimicrobial therapy available to reduce plaque and gingivitis?	Chlorhexidine
Which instructions would the patient receive following periodontal surgery?	Do not smoke because smoking can interfere with the healing process and produce poor results. Limit activities for a few days to those requiring minimal exertion. Gently use a soft toothbrush to clean the surgical area.
Which statement is incorrect concerning ultrasonic scalers?	The ultrasonic scaler is used to remove only supragingival calculus and difficult stain.
Which statement is incorrect concerning occlusal adjustments?	Occlusal trauma can cause periodontal pocket formation.
Which procedure contours and shapes bone?	Osteoplasty
It is normal for some bleeding to continue after periodontal surgery for 4 to 5 hours. What should the patient do if bleeding persists beyond that point?	Call the dentist if the bleeding persists.
What does the acronym LASER mean?	Light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation
Which type of radiograph is excellent for determining the extent of crestal bone loss?	Vertical bitewing
Which process involves scraping or cleaning the gingival lining of the pocket to remove necrotic tissue from the pocket wall?	Gingival curettage
Which of the following is a method of delivering antibiotics directly into the periodontal pocket for periodontal treatment?	Insertion of a dissolvable material, such as a gel, into the pocket around the tooth

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