12 Questions
What is a periapical abscess commonly known as?
An abscessed tooth
How does an acute periapical abscess usually develop?
As a result of dental caries
What is a chronic periodontal abscess caused by?
A slowly progressive infectious process
How can a fully formed abscess sometimes present in a patient?
Without the patient’s knowledge
What is a 'blind dental abscess' that may develop from an infection?
A periapical granuloma
How is a periapical granuloma often discovered for diagnosis and treatment?
On x-ray images during dental examination
What did early research in 1989 suggest about the link between periodontal disease and other systemic diseases?
Bacteria, specifically gram-negative bacteria, were responsible for the link.
What do bacteria, particularly gram-negative bacteria, cause in response to periodontal disease according to recent studies?
An inflammatory response leading to increased inflammatory markers.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Oral Health Programme, what modifiable risk factors should be addressed for oral health promotion?
Diet, nutrition, tobacco, alcohol, and oral hygiene.
Which markers have been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease due to an inflammatory response caused by bacteria from periodontal disease?
C-reactive protein, white blood cells, and fibrinogen.
What did short-term studies suggest about the effects on systemic inflammation and endothelial dysfunction when periodontal disease is treated?
They are reduced.
What does the World Health Organization Global Oral Health Programme focus on regarding policy and guideline development?
Equitable implementation of evidence-based practices in global communities.
Explore ongoing studies showing the connection between oral health and chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, premature births, and stroke. Learn about the role of gram-negative bacteria in linking periodontal disease to systemic diseases like coronary artery disease and stroke.
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