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What is the first step in non-surgical periodontal treatment?
What is the first step in non-surgical periodontal treatment?
- Administering anti-infective therapy
- Performing subgingival scaling and root planing
- Guiding behaviour change and motivating the patient (correct)
- Developing a treatment plan for surgical correction
When is further treatment required after non-surgical periodontal treatment?
When is further treatment required after non-surgical periodontal treatment?
- After re-evaluation (after 8-12 weeks) (correct)
- Immediately after initial therapy
- After the introduction of risk factor control measures
- Only in cases of severe periodontal conditions
What is the main field of work for a periodontist?
What is the main field of work for a periodontist?
- Surgical correction of periodontal conditions
- Tooth surface and subgingival biofilm removal (correct)
- Supragingival scaling and root planing
- Anti-infective therapy administration
When is supportive periodontal therapy re-evaluated?
When is supportive periodontal therapy re-evaluated?
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What is the purpose of anti-infective therapy in non-surgical periodontal treatment?
What is the purpose of anti-infective therapy in non-surgical periodontal treatment?
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Study Notes
Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment
- The initial step in non-surgical periodontal treatment is typically scaling and root planing, which involves removing plaque and tartar from below the gum line and smoothing tooth roots to promote healing.
- Further treatment may be required if there is persistent pocket depth greater than 4 mm after non-surgical treatment, indicating that deeper infection or inflammation is present.
Periodontist's Role
- Periodontists primarily focus on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal diseases, as well as the placement of dental implants.
- They are specialists trained to deal with complex cases involving gum tissue and bone.
Supportive Periodontal Therapy
- Supportive periodontal therapy is re-evaluated periodically, typically every 3 to 6 months, to monitor the condition and maintain periodontal health.
- Re-evaluation helps determine if additional treatment is needed or if the current maintenance plan is effective.
Anti-Infective Therapy Purpose
- Anti-infective therapy in non-surgical periodontal treatment aims to reduce or eliminate bacterial infection in the periodontal pockets.
- It may include the use of systemic or local antibiotics to complement mechanical cleaning and enhance healing.
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