Periodontal Disease Pathogenesis Quiz
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Which factor represents a virulent factor of pathogens in periodontitis?

  • Adherence between different bacterial strains
  • Bacterial colonization to tooth surface and pellicle (correct)
  • Host immune response after bacterial stimulation
  • Presence of surface fimbriae on bacterial cells
  • What is the main effect of host immune-inflammatory response in periodontitis?

  • Direct damage of the periodontium
  • Reduction of microbial virulence factors
  • Enhanced bacterial colonization
  • Indirect damage to the periodontium (correct)
  • Which bacterial strain is mentioned as an example of adherence to a polysaccharide receptor on cells of another strain?

  • Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans
  • Porphyromonas gingivalis
  • Actinomyces viscosus (correct)
  • Streptococcus mutans
  • What is the role of coaggregation in the pathogenesis of periodontitis?

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    What is the significance of adhesin receptors on bacterial surface in periodontitis?

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    Study Notes

    Virulent Factors in Periodontitis

    • Pathogens in periodontitis express various virulent factors, which increase their ability to cause disease.
    • These factors may include fimbriae and toxins that enhance bacterial adherence and tissue invasion.

    Host Immune-Inflammatory Response

    • The host's immune response in periodontitis leads to inflammation, resulting in tissue destruction and loss of dental support structures.
    • Prolonged inflammation can exacerbate periodontal tissue damage, contributing to disease progression.

    Bacterial Strains and Adherence

    • Streptococcus gordonii is an example of a bacterial strain that adheres to a polysaccharide receptor on cells of another strain, enhancing co-aggregation among bacteria in the oral cavity.

    Coaggregation in Pathogenesis

    • Coaggregation allows different bacterial species to adhere to one another, forming complex biofilms in periodontal pockets.
    • This process facilitates the development of pathogenic communities that can resist host defenses and conventional treatment methods.

    Importance of Adhesin Receptors

    • Adhesin receptors on bacterial surfaces mediate the initial attachment to host tissues, which is crucial for colonization and infection.
    • These receptors enhance the ability of bacteria to persist in the periodontal environment and contribute to the disease's chronic nature.

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    Test your knowledge of the pathogenesis of periodontal diseases with this quiz created by Dr. Satnah Eltneadawy, a renowned Prof of Oral Medicine & Periodontology. Explore the roles of microbial virulence factors and the host immune-inflammatory response in the development of periodontitis.

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