Mastering Periodontal Therapy

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What are the three possible positions for crown margins?

Sub-gingival, above free marginal gingiva, or encroaching on biological width

Crown margins can be supra-gingival, beneath free marginal gingiva, or encroaching on biological ______.

width

What are the factors to consider when choosing the position of crown margins?

Aesthetics, clinical crown height, and periodontal health

When is crown lengthening surgery indicated?

To access subgingival issues or inadequate crown height Signup and view all the answers

Choice of crown margin position depends on aesthetics, clinical crown height, and ______ health.

periodontal Signup and view all the answers

What factors determine the choice of crown margin position?

Aesthetics, clinical crown height, and periodontal health Signup and view all the answers

Crown lengthening surgery is indicated for access to ______ issues or inadequate crown height.

subgingival Signup and view all the answers

When is crown lengthening surgery indicated?

For access to subgingival issues or inadequate crown height Signup and view all the answers

What are the options for provisional replacement of anterior teeth during periodontal treatment?

Acrylic RPD, resin retained bridge, and Essix retainer Signup and view all the answers

Provisional replacement of anterior teeth during periodontal treatment can be done with acrylic RPD, resin retained bridge, or ______ retainer.

Essix Signup and view all the answers

What are the options for provisional replacement of anterior teeth during periodontal treatment?

Acrylic RPD, resin retained bridge, or Essix retainer Signup and view all the answers

What factors should be considered when a periodontally-involved tooth is being considered as an abutment?

Inflammation, attachment loss, mobility, position in arch, number of teeth to be replaced, occlusion, and patient factors Signup and view all the answers

What factors should be considered when evaluating a periodontally-involved tooth as an abutment?

Inflammation, attachment loss, mobility, position in arch, number of teeth to be replaced, occlusion, and patient factors Signup and view all the answers

When is occlusal adjustment indicated as part of periodontal therapy?

When a clear occlusal interference is identified Signup and view all the answers

When considering a periodontally-involved tooth as an abutment, factors to consider include inflammation, attachment loss, mobility, position in arch, number of teeth to be replaced, ______, and patient factors.

occlusion Signup and view all the answers

What is a splint?

A device used to stabilize teeth with significant but stable attachment loss Signup and view all the answers

When is occlusal adjustment indicated as part of periodontal therapy?

When a clear occlusal interference is identified Signup and view all the answers

Occlusal adjustment may be indicated as part of periodontal therapy if a clear occlusal ______ is identified.

interference Signup and view all the answers

What is a splint used for in periodontal treatment?

To stabilize teeth with significant but stable attachment loss Signup and view all the answers

A splint is a device used to stabilize teeth with significant but stable ______ loss.

attachment Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of splints?

Composite, glass-fibre cord, and stainless steel Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential complications of splinting?

Plaque retention, caries, and reduced patient awareness Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of splints that can be used in periodontal treatment?

Composite, glass-fibre cord, stainless steel, adhesive cast splint, and vacuum-formed Signup and view all the answers

Types of splints include composite, glass-fibre cord, stainless steel, adhesive cast splint, and ______-formed.

vacuum Signup and view all the answers

What are the options when a splinted tooth develops untreatable periodontitis?

Remove the splint and extract the tooth Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential complications of splinting in periodontal treatment?

Plaque retention, caries, reduced patient awareness, occlusal overloading, and devitalization Signup and view all the answers

Potential complications of splinting include plaque retention, caries, reduced patient ______, occlusal overloading, and devitalization.

awareness Signup and view all the answers

What are the options when a splinted tooth develops untreatable periodontitis?

Removing the splint and extracting the tooth, or constructing a new splint incorporating the tooth Signup and view all the answers

When a splinted tooth develops untreatable periodontitis, options include removing the splint and extracting the tooth or constructing a new splint incorporating the ______.

tooth Signup and view all the answers

What is the biological width?

The distance between the gingival margin and the alveolar bone Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Crown margins can be supra-gingival, beneath free marginal gingiva, or encroaching on biological width.
Choice of crown margin position depends on aesthetics, clinical crown height, and periodontal health.
Crown lengthening surgery is indicated for access to subgingival issues or inadequate crown height.
Provisional replacement of anterior teeth during periodontal treatment can be done with acrylic RPD, resin retained bridge, or Essix retainer.
When considering a periodontally-involved tooth as an abutment, factors to consider include inflammation, attachment loss, mobility, position in arch, number of teeth to be replaced, occlusion, and patient factors.
Occlusal adjustment may be indicated as part of periodontal therapy if a clear occlusal interference is identified.
A splint is a device used to stabilize teeth with significant but stable attachment loss.
Types of splints include composite, glass-fibre cord, stainless steel, adhesive cast splint, and vacuum-formed.
Potential complications of splinting include plaque retention, caries, reduced patient awareness, occlusal overloading, and devitalization.
When a splinted tooth develops untreatable periodontitis, options include removing the splint and extracting the tooth or constructing a new splint incorporating the tooth.

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Mastering Periodontal Therapy

Questions and Answers

What are the three possible positions for crown margins?

Crown margins can be supra-gingival, beneath free marginal gingiva, or encroaching on biological ______.

What are the factors to consider when choosing the position of crown margins?

When is crown lengthening surgery indicated?

Choice of crown margin position depends on aesthetics, clinical crown height, and ______ health.

What factors determine the choice of crown margin position?

Crown lengthening surgery is indicated for access to ______ issues or inadequate crown height.

When is crown lengthening surgery indicated?

What are the options for provisional replacement of anterior teeth during periodontal treatment?

Provisional replacement of anterior teeth during periodontal treatment can be done with acrylic RPD, resin retained bridge, or ______ retainer.

What are the options for provisional replacement of anterior teeth during periodontal treatment?

What factors should be considered when a periodontally-involved tooth is being considered as an abutment?

What factors should be considered when evaluating a periodontally-involved tooth as an abutment?

When is occlusal adjustment indicated as part of periodontal therapy?

When considering a periodontally-involved tooth as an abutment, factors to consider include inflammation, attachment loss, mobility, position in arch, number of teeth to be replaced, ______, and patient factors.

What is a splint?

When is occlusal adjustment indicated as part of periodontal therapy?

Occlusal adjustment may be indicated as part of periodontal therapy if a clear occlusal ______ is identified.

What is a splint used for in periodontal treatment?

A splint is a device used to stabilize teeth with significant but stable ______ loss.

What are the types of splints?

What are the potential complications of splinting?

What are the types of splints that can be used in periodontal treatment?

Types of splints include composite, glass-fibre cord, stainless steel, adhesive cast splint, and ______-formed.

What are the options when a splinted tooth develops untreatable periodontitis?

What are the potential complications of splinting in periodontal treatment?

Potential complications of splinting include plaque retention, caries, reduced patient ______, occlusal overloading, and devitalization.

What are the options when a splinted tooth develops untreatable periodontitis?

When a splinted tooth develops untreatable periodontitis, options include removing the splint and extracting the tooth or constructing a new splint incorporating the ______.

What is the biological width?

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