5 Questions
Which condition is associated with severe pain developing a few days after tooth extraction?
Alveolar osteitis
What is the term used to describe a localized inflammation of bone with no progression through the marrow spaces?
Osteitis
Which type of tooth extraction has the highest incidence of dry socket?
Impacted lower third molars
What is the most common cause of dry socket?
Failure of a blood clot to form in the socket
What does periostitis mean?
Inflammation of the periosteal surface of the bone
Test your knowledge of the three broad categories of inflammatory diseases of bone: osteitis, osteomyelitis, and periostitis. Learn about the extent of bone involvement and different types of inflammation in this quiz.
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