23 Questions
When should close attention be paid to local factors in the context of antibiotics in periodontics?
When the patient has a low pH in the oral cavity
What should be considered when determining the duration of antibiotic therapy in periodontics?
The subsidence of the symptoms of disease
In antibiotic therapy for periodontics, what must be considered when choosing treatment based on organism-related considerations?
The most probable pathogen
Why is it important to maintain relatively constant blood levels in antibiotic therapy for periodontics?
To ensure maximum therapeutic blood level is achieved
What is a key consideration in determining the duration of antibiotic therapy for periodontics?
The type of bacteria present
In the context of periodontal surgery, when is a loading dose of antibiotics necessary?
When immediate therapeutic blood levels are required
What are the drug factors that must be considered in the context of antibiotics in periodontics?
Sensitivity of the organism and relative toxicity
What should be considered aside from age and medical condition when prescribing antibiotics in periodontics?
The conditions prevailing at the site of infection
What should be considered when determining high doses for a short duration in antibiotic therapy for periodontics?
Impaired host defense
What is the significance of considering specific properties of antibiotics like spectrum of activity in periodontics?
Selecting appropriate treatment based on pathogen sensitivity
In antibiotic therapy for periodontics, what role does the presence of pus and secretions play as local factors?
Indicating the need for systemic antibiotics
Why is it important to give close attention to drug factors in antibiotic therapy for periodontics?
To choose treatment based on organism-related considerations
What is the aim of surgical periodontal therapy?
To attempt regeneration of periodontal tissues destroyed due to disease
What are the indications for periodontal surgery?
Reducing the depth of periodontal pocket
What are the contraindications for periodontal surgery?
Concern for cosmetic consequences
Which instrument is used in periodontal surgery for tissue manipulation?
Periosteal elevators and tissue forceps
What type of flap position is associated with the Modified Widman flap?
Apically repositioned flap
What does the technique of gingivectomy involve?
Excision of the soft tissue wall of a pathologic periodontal pocket
What is the aim of osteoplasty?
Reshaping nonsupporting bone to achieve improved architecture
What should be considered before attempting periodontal surgery?
The hoped for outcome and the alternative treatment options
What is the aim of surgical treatment in periodontal therapy?
The ideal and desired outcome of restoration of the original structure, properties, and function of these tissues.
What are the objectives of surgical pocket therapy?
Some techniques are still in use but the aim of their use have evolved.
What do we no longer use gingivectomies for in pocket therapy?
To address irregular bone defects that allow disease persistence.
Test your knowledge about the use of antibiotics in periodontal treatment, systemic antibiotics, and their role in the new concept of periodontitis. This quiz covers indications for surgery, phase I periodontal treatment, oral hygiene, systemic antibiotics, and more.
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