Perio Lecture 10

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Which condition can increase the risk of periodontal disease and affect facial development?

Down syndrome (correct)

Leukemia

Chemotherapy

Drug-induced gingival enlargement

Which of the following can increase the risk of gingivitis?

Chronic stress

Menopause (correct)

Abdominal obesity

HIV infection

What is epidemiology?

The study of diseases in animals

The study of health and disease in human populations (correct)

The study of the environment and its impact on health

The study of the immune system and its response to disease

What should dental professionals do for pregnant patients?

Educate them about oral health and self-care Signup and view all the answers

Which medication can reduce oral mucosal inflammation and plaque scores?

Chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash Signup and view all the answers

What are the ways to measure disease?

Prevalence, incidence, severity, and risk Signup and view all the answers

What is a side effect of certain medications that can induce gingival enlargement?

Drug-induced gingival enlargement Signup and view all the answers

What are risk factors?

Factors that are associated with disease but do not necessarily cause it Signup and view all the answers

What is a risk factor for periodontitis?

Metabolic syndrome Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cancer can cause gingival inflammation and oral infections?

Leukemia Signup and view all the answers

What is a major risk factor for periodontal disease?

Smoking Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to infection control in dental offices?

Use of standard and transmission-based precautions Signup and view all the answers

What can dental hygienists do for patients with metabolic syndrome?

Provide nutritional counseling Signup and view all the answers

What increases the risk of periodontal disease?

Certain systemic conditions Signup and view all the answers

What is a common oral side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy?

Oral mucositis Signup and view all the answers

What effect can chronic stress have on the immune system?

Impair immune response Signup and view all the answers

Which healthcare professionals can play a role in screening and diagnosing leukemia?

Both dentists and physicians Signup and view all the answers

What is a major risk factor for periodontitis?

Diabetes mellitus Signup and view all the answers

Are patients with well-controlled diabetes more susceptible to periodontal disease?

No Signup and view all the answers

What can cause hormonal changes that increase susceptibility to gingivitis?

Puberty Signup and view all the answers

What do gingival fibroblasts overproduce in response to plaque-induced inflammation?

Collagen matrix Signup and view all the answers

How does diabetes contribute to periodontitis?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What can menopause lead to, in addition to periodontal disease?

Osteoporosis Signup and view all the answers

How many medications have been linked to gingival enlargement?

Over 20 Signup and view all the answers

What is the risk for HIV-positive patients regarding periodontal diseases?

High increased risk Signup and view all the answers

What can improve patient-centered care?

Interprofessional collaborative practice Signup and view all the answers

Are patients with diabetes aware of the link between diabetes and oral health?

No, most of them are not aware Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to periodontal therapy for HIV-infected patients with competent immune systems?

Periodontal therapy is safe Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Epidemiology studies health and disease in human populations.
Prevalence, incidence, severity, and risk are ways to measure disease.
Risk factors are associated with disease but do not necessarily cause it.
Smoking is a major risk factor for periodontal disease.
Certain systemic conditions increase the risk of periodontal disease.
Diabetes mellitus is a major risk factor for periodontitis.
Patients with well-controlled diabetes are not more susceptible to periodontal disease.
Diabetes contributes to increased prevalence, severity, and progression of periodontitis.
Interprofessional collaborative practice can improve patient-centered care.
Patients with diabetes are often unaware of the link between diabetes and oral health.

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