The Anatomy of the Periodontium

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Questions and Answers

Which part of the periodontium surrounds the necks of the teeth?

  • Alveolar bone
  • Periodontal ligament
  • Gingiva (correct)
  • Cementum

What is the color of healthy gingiva?

  • Purple
  • White
  • Pink (correct)
  • Red

What is the contour of healthy gingiva?

  • Scalloped (correct)
  • Wavy
  • Smooth
  • Flat

Which part of the gingiva is not attached to the underlying periosteum of alveolar bone?

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What is the consistency of healthy gingiva?

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

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Study Notes

Periodontium

  • The gingiva surrounds the necks of the teeth.

Characteristics of Healthy Gingiva

  • Healthy gingiva is coral pink in color.
  • Healthy gingiva has a scalloped or festooned contour.
  • The gingival margin (free gingiva) is not attached to the underlying periosteum of alveolar bone.
  • Healthy gingiva has a firm, resilient, and dense consistency.

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