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Which of the following is an objective of periodontal surgery?
Which of the following is an objective of periodontal surgery?
- Promoting periodontal diseases
- Increasing plaque formation
- Elimination of inflammation (correct)
- Creating an environment for plaque accumulation
What is a contraindication for periodontal surgery?
What is a contraindication for periodontal surgery?
- Good plaque control
- Regular dental check-ups
- Smoking (correct)
- Healthy pregnancy
Which surgical procedure is NOT mentioned as part of periodontal surgery?
Which surgical procedure is NOT mentioned as part of periodontal surgery?
- Extraction (correct)
- Frenectomy
- Mucogingival flap surgery
- Crown lengthening
What is an indication for periodontal surgery?
What is an indication for periodontal surgery?
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What should the procedural selection in periodontal surgery rely on?
What should the procedural selection in periodontal surgery rely on?
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Study Notes
Objectives of Periodontal Surgery
- Aimed at reducing periodontal pockets for better maintenance of oral hygiene.
- Enhances the regeneration of periodontal tissues to restore the health of the supporting structures of teeth.
Contraindications for Periodontal Surgery
- Active oral infections or systemic health issues that could impede healing.
- Uncontrolled systemic diseases such as diabetes or cardiovascular conditions that increase surgical risk.
Surgical Procedures Not Mentioned
- Procedures not included may involve advanced techniques unrelated to traditional periodontal surgery, such as dental implants or cosmetic surgeries.
Indications for Periodontal Surgery
- Presence of severe periodontal disease with significant attachment loss that cannot be managed with non-surgical treatments.
- Need for access to the roots of teeth for scaling, root planing, or debridement.
Procedural Selection in Periodontal Surgery
- Should depend on the individual assessment of the patient's periodontal condition, oral hygiene, and specific treatment goals.
- Factors such as patient preference, prognosis of teeth, and potential for recovery are key to decision-making.
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