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What role do mast cells and neutrophils play in the initiation of the inflammatory process?

  • They inhibit immune responses within connective tissue.
  • They stimulate immune cells to enhance inflammation. (correct)
  • They prevent the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines.
  • They decrease vascular permeability in tissues.
  • What happens to blood vessels adjacent to the junctional epithelium during the initial inflammatory phase?

  • They undergo mild vasodilation. (correct)
  • They become impermeable to plasma fluids.
  • They increase in diameter but do not allow fluid to exit.
  • They constrict completely.
  • Which inflammatory cells are primarily responsible for attempting to kill evading bacteria and destructing nearby tissues?

  • Neutrophils and T lymphocytes. (correct)
  • Neutrophils and macrophages.
  • T lymphocytes and basophils.
  • Fibroblasts and lymphocytes.
  • What is the consequence of the destruction of collagen fibres in the gingivae?

    <p>Proliferation of junctional epithelium fills in the spaces. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What clinical sign indicates increased inflammation during the early stages of the gingival lesion?

    <p>Bleeding on probing due to blood vessel proliferation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of gingivitis marks the transition from initial changes to more pronounced inflammatory responses?

    <p>Early lesion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key contributing factor that impacts the progression of periodontal disease?

    <p>Patient's lifestyle factors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical mediators are significant in the host response during periodontal disease?

    <p>Cytokines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary feature distinguishing established lesions from early lesions in periodontal disease?

    <p>Inflammation severity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the host immune system in periodontal disease?

    <p>To protect against tissue damage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is least likely to affect the progression of periodontal disease?

    <p>Color of dental appliances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which stage of gingivitis do distinct clinical features such as tissue deepening and loss of attachment occur?

    <p>Advanced lesion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of gingival histology is primarily affected by periodontal disease progression?

    <p>Epithelial integrity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for the onset of the initial lesion after plaque accumulation?

    <p>2-4 days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors does NOT affect periodontitis?

    <p>High water intake (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of response occurs at the histological stage of initial lesion in periodontitis?

    <p>Inflammatory response (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of periodontitis is characterized by symptoms appearing 4-7 days after plaque accumulation?

    <p>Early lesion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does bacteria play in the development of the initial lesion?

    <p>They release toxins damaging underlying tissues. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which clinical feature is expected during the initial lesion stage of periodontitis?

    <p>Tissue inflammation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main cellular features present in the early lesion of periodontitis?

    <p>Increased neutrophil migration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of diet is associated with an increased risk of developing periodontitis?

    <p>Rich in carbohydrates (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do cytokines like Interleukin-1 beta and TNF-alpha play in periodontal disease?

    <p>They act as messengers to recruit immune cells. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary outcome of elevated pro-inflammatory cytokines in individuals with periodontitis?

    <p>Activation of osteoclasts and alveolar bone loss. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is associated with established periodontal lesions?

    <p>Signs of tissue inflammation and destruction. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of macrophages in the context of periodontal disease?

    <p>They differentiate into osteoclasts. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does vasodilation contribute to periodontal disease pathology?

    <p>It enhances blood flow and facilitates immune responses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are MMPs and their role in periodontal disease?

    <p>Enzymes that contribute to bone destruction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of advanced periodontal lesions?

    <p>Complete absence of immune response. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which risk factors can contribute to the progression of periodontal disease pathogenesis?

    <p>Genetics and smoking behavior. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily observed in the established lesion 21 days after plaque accumulation?

    <p>A large number of infiltrating plasma cells and B lymphocytes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the blueish appearance in established lesions of the gingiva?

    <p>Reduced blood flow due to viscosity changes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following immune cells predominantly appears in the junction epithelium during advanced lesions?

    <p>Neutrophils (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of neutrophils releasing matrix metalloproteins and collagenase enzymes?

    <p>Further destruction of collagen fiber bundles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factors primarily contribute to tissue destruction in periodontal disease?

    <p>Host immune response and inflammatory mediators (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the junctional epithelium during the formation of periodontal pockets?

    <p>It migrates apically to fill collagen-depleted areas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which inflammatory mediator is derived primarily from plasma membranes and significantly influences periodontal disease?

    <p>PGE2 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of B lymphocytes in the context of periodontal disease?

    <p>Produce antibodies that lead to tissue destruction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Gingival Histology

    The study of the microscopic structure of the gums.

    Immunology in Periodontal Disease

    The study of how the immune system responds to bacteria in the gums.

    Biofilm in Periodontal Disease

    A complex community of bacteria that forms on the teeth and gums.

    Virulence Factors

    Traits of a bacteria that allow it to cause harm to the host.

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    Gingivitis

    Inflammation of the gums, often caused by bacterial infection.

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    Periodontitis

    Severe gum disease leading to bone and tissue damage.

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    Pathogenesis of Periodontal Disease

    The development of periodontal disease from initial lesion to advanced lesion.

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    Host Immune System Role

    How the body's immune response participates to fight against infection in the mouth and gums

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    Initial Lesion

    Periodontal disease stage starting 2-4 days after plaque buildup.

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    Plaque Accumulation

    Bacterial buildup on teeth, triggering periodontal disease.

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    Early Lesion

    Periodontal disease stage 4-7 days after plaque accumulation.

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    Bacterial features

    Characteristics of the bacteria present during periodontal disease development.

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    Cellular features

    Changes in cells (e.g., inflammation) during the initial/early stages of periodontal disease.

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    Tissue level features

    Changes in tissues (e.g., damage) as a result of bacteria invasion during the initial and early stages of periodontal disease.

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    Clinical features

    Noticeable signs of disease, observed and identified by dentists.

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    Host response

    Body's reaction to the infection.

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    Early Periodontal Lesion

    Inflammation triggered by plaque accumulation, marked by mild vascular changes and increased gingival crevicular fluid; no significant clinical symptoms in the first 4-7 days.

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    Mast cells, neutrophils role

    Immune cells initiating the inflammatory response in connective tissues by releasing pro-inflammatory cytokines that increase vascular permeability, allowing fluid seepage into the gingival crevice.

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    Chemotaxis in gum disease

    The process where neutrophils are drawn from the bloodstream to the inflamed gum tissue (gingival crevice).

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    Advanced Periodontal Disease Character

    Increased vascular permeability, extensive migration of inflammatory cells (lymphocytes, macrophages), substantial neutrophil infiltration, collagen destruction, and junctional epithelium proliferation.

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    Gingival changes in periodontitis

    Increased gingival bleeding, noticeable inflammation, deeper gingival sulcus, and visible plaque; the gums appear swollen, red, and painful.

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    Established Periodontal Lesion

    Characterized by significant immune cell infiltration (plasma cells, B lymphocytes, neutrophils) and collagen destruction within gingival tissues; reversible.

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    Cytokine Role

    Cytokines are messengers that signal cells, recruiting more immune cells in periodontal disease, indirectly causing bone loss.

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    Advanced Periodontal Lesion

    Irreversible stage of periodontal disease, characterized by collagen destruction spreading into the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone, resulting in pocket formation, and further plaque accumulation.

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    Inflammation in Periodontitis

    Inflammation, driven by cytokines, recruits immune cells, leading to bone and tissue destruction in periodontitis.

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    Periodontal Pocket Formation

    The creation of a deepened space between the teeth and gums, filled with plaque and bacteria due to collagen fiber loss, enabling the progression of the disease.

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    Bone Loss Mechanism

    Cytokines stimulate osteoclasts to break down alveolar bone, contributing to periodontal bone loss.

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    Immune Cell Dominance (Advanced)

    In advanced lesions, neutrophils are predominant in the junctional epithelium and periodontal pockets; while macrophages, T and B lymphocytes dominate in the underlying connective tissue.

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    Established Lesion

    A periodontal lesion 21 days after plaque biofilm accumulation, showing bacterial and immune cell activity.

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    Plasma Cell Role

    B lymphocytes mature into plasma cells, which produce antibodies that target bacteria but can also damage healthy periodontal tissues.

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    Advanced Lesion

    A more severe periodontal lesion, later in the disease progression than the established lesion, showing prominent tissue and bone damage.

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    Periodontal Disease Pathogenesis

    The multi-step process from biofilm accumulation to severe tissue and bone destruction in periodontitis.

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    Matrix Metalloproteins (MMPs)

    Enzymes released by immune cells that degrade collagen fibers, contributing to tissue destruction in periodontal disease.

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    Prostaglandin E2 (PGE2)

    A lipid derived from cell membranes, especially macrophages present in periodontal disease, and that plays a significant role in periodontal tissue degradation.

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    Key Inflammatory Mediators

    Interleukin-1 beta and TNF-alpha are critical for the inflammatory process in gum disease.

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    Host Immune Response role

    Though an initial inflammatory reaction is set off by plaque, the majority of tissue damage is caused by a severe host immune reaction, not by the bacteria itself.

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    Clinical Signs of Periodontitis

    Clinical signs include bone loss, mobility in teeth, furcations, and periodontal pockets.

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    Study Notes

    Pathogenesis of Periodontal Disease - Part 2

    • Intended Learning Outcomes: Students should be able to:
      • Recap gingival histology, immunology, and pathogenesis.
      • Review chemical mediators relevant to periodontal disease and their role in the host response.
      • Describe bacterial, cellular, tissue, and clinical features of gingivitis and periodontitis in four stages (initial, early, established, advanced).
      • Explain contributing factors affecting disease progression.

    GDC Learning Outcomes

    • Describe oral diseases and their relevance to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
    • Explain the etiology and pathogenesis of oral disease.
    • Describe relevant physiology for patient management.
    • Assess and manage the health of periodontal and soft tissues accounting for risk factors and lifestyle.
    • Account for the impact of patient's periodontal and general health on treatment plans and outcomes.

    Recall of Knowledge

    • Include gingival histology, immunology, biofilm, virulence factors, gingivitis & periodontitis, and pathogenesis of periodontal disease.

    Model of Periodontal Disease

    • Highlights environmental, acquired, and genetic risk factors.
    • Shows elements like antibodies, specific pathogenic bacteria, host inflammatory response, LPS, and virulence factors with their influence on the disease's clinical expression (initiation and progression).
    • Connective tissue and bone metabolism are major aspects.

    Histological Stages of Periodontitis

    • Describes different stages of periodontal disease.

    What is the role of the host immune system?

    • To defend against initial disease aspects.

    Stages of Periodontal Disease

    • Initial Lesion (2-4 days after plaque accumulation): Characterized by early plaque accumulation with bacterial, cellular, tissue level, and clinical features leading to minimal host response.
    • Early Lesion (4-7 days ): Presents with increased vascular permeability and neutrophil, lymphocyte, and macrophage infiltration. Tissue levels show changes in collagen fibers, accompanied by a noticeable increase in inflammatory cells. The early lesion starts to exhibit clinical symptoms.
    • Established Lesion (21 days): Significant immune cell infiltration (predominantly plasma cells, B lymphocytes and neutrophils) in the gingival tissues. The presence of collagenase enzymes further degrades collagen fibers. Increased loss of collagen with no initial bone loss is a feature of this stage.
    • Advanced Lesion (irreversible): Loss of collagen in the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone. Junctional epithelium migrates apically, creating a deeper periodontal pocket that can harbor bacteria. The host response is characterized by extensive tissue destruction. Bone loss is observed during this phase.

    Additional Factors

    • Factors impacting periodontitis may include smoking, dry mouth, poor oral hygiene, diet rich in carbs, hormonal shifts, and crowded teeth.

    Pathogenesis Model

    • A model of periodontitis pathogenesis highlights environmental, behavioral, and genetic risk factors. Factors such as antibodies, PMNs/T cells, LPS, virulence factors, antigens, cytokines influence the development of gingivitis and periodontitis.
    • The model showcases the interplay between the host immune response, biofilm, and tissue damage.

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    This quiz focuses on the pathogenesis of periodontal disease, including gingival histology, immunology, and the role of chemical mediators. Students will explore the bacterial and clinical features of gingivitis and periodontitis across four stages, as well as the contributing factors to disease progression. It aims to reinforce understanding necessary for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral diseases.

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