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What is a periapical abscess commonly known as?
What is a periapical abscess commonly known as?
- An abscessed tooth (correct)
- A wisdom tooth issue
- A gum infection
- A decayed tooth
How does an acute periapical abscess usually develop?
How does an acute periapical abscess usually develop?
- From excessive tooth brushing
- From a jaw bone injury
- Due to a throat infection
- As a result of dental caries (correct)
What is a chronic periodontal abscess caused by?
What is a chronic periodontal abscess caused by?
- A slowly progressive infectious process (correct)
- A rapid progression of tooth decay
- An allergic reaction to dental materials
- A sudden trauma to the tooth
How can a fully formed abscess sometimes present in a patient?
How can a fully formed abscess sometimes present in a patient?
What is a 'blind dental abscess' that may develop from an infection?
What is a 'blind dental abscess' that may develop from an infection?
How is a periapical granuloma often discovered for diagnosis and treatment?
How is a periapical granuloma often discovered for diagnosis and treatment?
What did early research in 1989 suggest about the link between periodontal disease and other systemic diseases?
What did early research in 1989 suggest about the link between periodontal disease and other systemic diseases?
What do bacteria, particularly gram-negative bacteria, cause in response to periodontal disease according to recent studies?
What do bacteria, particularly gram-negative bacteria, cause in response to periodontal disease according to recent studies?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Oral Health Programme, what modifiable risk factors should be addressed for oral health promotion?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Oral Health Programme, what modifiable risk factors should be addressed for oral health promotion?
Which markers have been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease due to an inflammatory response caused by bacteria from periodontal disease?
Which markers have been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease due to an inflammatory response caused by bacteria from periodontal disease?
What did short-term studies suggest about the effects on systemic inflammation and endothelial dysfunction when periodontal disease is treated?
What did short-term studies suggest about the effects on systemic inflammation and endothelial dysfunction when periodontal disease is treated?
What does the World Health Organization Global Oral Health Programme focus on regarding policy and guideline development?
What does the World Health Organization Global Oral Health Programme focus on regarding policy and guideline development?
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