Dental Hygiene Terminology: Perio Chart and Prophy

Pockets in the gums

Healthy gums

To remove plaque and calculus

<p>Calculus</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inflammation and infection without bone loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Every 6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Periodontitis is reversible whereas Gingivitis is not reversible</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To remove a thick layer of calculus covering most of the tooth surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The pocket depth measurements from the 'Perio' Chart</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A cleaning for gingivitis is performed in the presence of inflamed and bleeding gums</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient has a thick layer of calculus covering most of the tooth surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To assess the need for a 'Prophy' cleaning or a specialized cleaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Loss of bone or connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To remove plaque, calculus, and stains from teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient's age</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To measure the presence and extent of bone loss around the teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A cleaning for periodontitis is performed in the presence of bone loss and connective tissue damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prophy (Adult- D1110, Child D1120) = Preventative cleaning for healthy gums and teeth Debridement (D4355) = Cleaning that involves removing a thick layer of calculus covering most of the tooth Perio Chart = Yearly measurement of gum pockets to determine gum health and cleaning needs Gingivitis = Inflammation/bleeding/infection of gum tissue without bone or connective tissue loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prophy = Preventative cleaning for someone with generally healthy gums and teeth Debridement = Cleaning involving removal of thick calculus covering most of the tooth Perio Chart = Yearly measurement of gum pockets to assess gum health and cleaning requirements Gingivitis = Inflammation/bleeding/infection of gum tissue without bone or connective tissue loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gingivitis = Reversible condition unlike Gum Disease (Periodontitis) Perio Chart = Used with FMX to detect bone loss indicating gum disease and infection Prophy (Adult- D1110, Child D1120) = Performed every 6 months for individuals with healthy gums and teeth Debridement (D4355) = Cleaning for patients with inflamed gums and thick calculus layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prophy (Adult- D1110, Child D1120) = To remove plaque, calculus, and stains from teeth in patients with good oral health Debridement (D4355) = To clean teeth covered by a thick layer of calculus obstructing visibility Perio Chart = To measure gum pockets and assess the need for cleaning in adult patients Gingivitis = A condition involving inflammation/bleeding/infection without bone loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Perio Chart = Indicates gum health status through yearly pocket measurements Gingivitis = Reversible condition if addressed promptly to prevent progression to gum disease Prophy (Adult- D1110, Child D1120) = Regular cleaning for individuals with healthy gums and teeth every 6 months Debridement (D4355) = Specialized cleaning for patients with inflamed gums and significant calculus buildup</p> Signup and view all the answers