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Which of the following best describes a periodontal pocket?
Which of the following best describes a periodontal pocket?
- A dental instrument used to remove plaque
- A type of toothpaste for sensitive teeth
- A small opening between the tooth and the gum (correct)
- A type of dental filling used to repair cavities
What can happen if a periodontal pocket is left untreated?
What can happen if a periodontal pocket is left untreated?
- The tooth may become loose and eventually fall out (correct)
- The pocket will close up on its own
- The gum will become more healthy
- The tooth will become stronger
What is the main cause of periodontal pockets?
What is the main cause of periodontal pockets?
- Tooth decay
- Poor oral hygiene
- Gum disease (correct)
- Genetics
