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Which of the following phases is NOT part of the secondary fracture healing process?

  • Remodelling phase
  • Hematoma formation
  • Soft callus formation
  • Cutting cone formation (correct)

    • What is the primary role of macrophages during the inflammatory phase of bone healing?

  • Engulf debris and promote angiogenesis (correct)
  • Directly mineralize the bone tissue
  • Provide tensile strength to the callus
  • Stimulate fibroblast activity exclusively

    • During which healing phase does mineralization of the soft callus occur?

  • Hard callus phase (correct)
  • Hematoma phase
  • Soft callus phase
  • Remodelling phase

    • Which factor is critical for effective tissue healing and callus formation after a fracture?

    <p>Initial blood clot formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs approximately 3 weeks after a bone fracture?

    <p>Fibrous union and primary callus formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected response of osteoblasts to mechanical stress during the remodelling phase?

    <p>Align bone matrix according to stress lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cell is predominantly involved in the inflammatory phase of fracture healing, aiding in debris clearance?

    <p>Neutrophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the callus formation phase, which of the following cells play a key role in the formation of the fibrocartilaginous bridge?

    <p>Chondrocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for the formation of a hard callus following a fracture?

    <p>6 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the inflammatory phase of bone healing?

    <p>Initiation of cellular cleanup by macrophages and neutrophils.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which phase does the soft callus begin to form?

    <p>During the repair phase.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of osteoclasts in the bone healing process?

    <p>To break down and remove damaged bone tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the remodeling phase typically last?

    <p>Several months to years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about fibroblasts is correct?

    <p>They produce collagen for the soft callus during early repair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the hard callus formation?

    <p>It marks the transition to a stronger bone structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are primarily responsible for laying down mineralized bone matrix?

    <p>Osteoblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are osteocytes primarily involved in?

    <p>Maintaining bone tissue integrity and communicating with other bone cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do chondroblasts play during the healing process?

    <p>They produce cartilage for the initial soft callus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do osteocytes play in the bone healing process?

    <p>Regulating bone remodeling and sensing mechanical stress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do macrophages contribute to the inflammatory response during bone healing?

    <p>By releasing cytokines that recruit healing cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic differentiates primary bone healing from secondary bone healing?

    <p>Direct contact of bone ends with no movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is NOT considered an injury variable affecting bone healing?

    <p>Age of the patient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the proliferative stage of wound healing?

    <p>Rebuilding of tissue with new cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are primarily involved in forming new blood vessels during the healing process?

    <p>Endothelial cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors impacts the timeline of bone healing the least?

    <p>Nutritional status of the patient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does mechanical stress influence bone formation post-injury?

    <p>It enhances the communication between osteocytes and osteoblasts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of wound healing is characterized by the formation of granulation tissue?

    <p>Proliferative phase.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of stable cells during the healing process?

    <p>They proliferate primarily in response to injury.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of Trisomy 21?

    <p>Failure of two copies of chromosome 21 to separate during egg formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Long limbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of individuals with Down's Syndrome are likely to have congenital heart defects?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors does NOT increase the chances of having a child with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Race and nationality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physical characteristic is commonly observed in individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Widely spaced eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which oral condition is commonly seen in individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Macroglossia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of dental issues do individuals with Down's Syndrome NOT commonly face?

    <p>Normal-shaped teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key health challenge that individuals with Down's Syndrome may face?

    <p>Early onset pulmonary hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dental condition is associated with a higher risk in Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Higher rate of candida infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is a common facial feature in individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Flattened nasal bridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates primary bone healing from secondary bone healing in terms of movement?

    <p>Primary healing requires absolute stability and no movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cell is primarily responsible for the initial inflammatory response during periodontal disease?

    <p>Neutrophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one significant factor that can affect the bone's ability to heal effectively?

    <p>The age of the patient at the time of injury.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of labile cells makes them prone to damage during chemotherapy?

    <p>They are highly proliferative and unstable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common complication associated with chronic gingivitis?

    <p>Hyperplasia of the junctional epithelium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cellular process is significantly involved in the remodeling stage of wound healing?

    <p>Collagen reorganization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do cytokines released by macrophages play during the healing process?

    <p>They recruit other cells to the injury site.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is NOT considered a treatment variable in the context of bone healing?

    <p>Patient nutrition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone is generally more difficult to heal after an injury?

    <p>Cortical bone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is commonly observed in the healing process of oral mucosa?

    <p>Rapid healing time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tooth movement occurs when a tooth is moving from its developmental position to the occlusal level?

    <p>Eruptive tooth movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory suggests that tooth eruption is primarily facilitated by selective resorption and deposition of bone?

    <p>Alveolar bone remodelling theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the cutting cones in primary bone healing facilitate?

    <p>Replacement of fractured bone with new bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of secondary fracture healing is the soft callus formed?

    <p>Soft callus phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT typically associated with delayed or failure of tooth eruption?

    <p>Eruptive tooth movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the hard callus phase in secondary fracture healing?

    <p>Formation of a mineralized bridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about passive eruption is true?

    <p>It involves the positioning of the gingival margin towards the root.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following fractures is characterized by bone being shattered into small pieces?

    <p>Comminuted fracture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of fibroblasts during the early stages of fracture healing?

    <p>To produce collagen and form the soft callus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of therapeutic interventions during tooth eruption, which factor has been shown to negatively affect the process when present?

    <p>Crowding of teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of bone healing does the soft callus primarily develop?

    <p>Repair phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone cell would be primarily active in breaking down soft callus during the remodeling phase?

    <p>Osteoclasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of chondroblasts in the healing process following a fracture?

    <p>To form cartilage for the soft callus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the bone's strength during the repair phase compare to its original state?

    <p>It is weaker than the original bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the remodeling phase of bone healing?

    <p>It involves the transition from woven bone to lamellar bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do osteoblasts serve during the repair and remodeling phases of healing?

    <p>They form new bone tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected duration of the inflammatory phase of fracture healing?

    <p>A few days to about a week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following cells is primarily responsible for the formation of a hematoma at the fracture site?

    <p>Macrophages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component that forms the hard callus around a fracture site?

    <p>Woven bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of individuals with Down's Syndrome exhibit an extra chromosome in all cells?

    <p>92%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following dental conditions is commonly associated with delayed eruption in individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Bruxism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which health challenge is faced by approximately 5-13% of individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Seizures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about congenital heart defects in Down's Syndrome is accurate?

    <p>50% of individuals with Down's Syndrome have congenital heart defects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is NOT typically associated with the facial features of an individual with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>High forehead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common dental complication associated with Down's Syndrome that increases the risk for periodontal issues?

    <p>Pitted enamel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is considered the primary unknown cause for Trisomy 21?

    <p>Egg formation where 2 copies of chromosome 21 fail to separate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a feature of ear dysmorphia seen in individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Ext and int abnormalities leading to hearing loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary developmental characteristic of teeth observed in individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Smaller crown and root size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is associated with a higher risk of hearing loss in individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Ear dysmorphia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of healing is characterized by the presence of movement and relative stability during the bone healing process?

    <p>Secondary healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason that oral mucosa heals with minimal scarring?

    <p>Labile cell proliferation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of osteoclasts during the bone healing process?

    <p>To resorb damaged or excess bone tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of bone healing does the soft callus form?

    <p>Repair phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the chronic phase of gingivitis, which of the following cellular processes occurs predominantly due to the presence of bacterial plaque?

    <p>Hyperplasia of junctional epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are primarily responsible for producing the cartilaginous soft callus in the early stages of healing?

    <p>Chondroblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is least likely to affect the intrinsic healing potential of bone?

    <p>Type of immobilization device used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The rapid inflammatory response observed in the healing of oral mucosa is most likely due to which of the following?

    <p>Presence of bacteria stimulating healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bone is established during the remodeling phase as it replaces woven bone?

    <p>Lamellar bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In periodontal disease, which factor contributes to the localized tissue damage despite high turnover of gingival connective tissue?

    <p>Insufficient repair response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of fibroblasts in the process of bone healing?

    <p>To produce collagen and bridge the fracture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the inflammatory phase of bone healing typically last?

    <p>A few days to about a week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell type is predominantly involved in the facilitation of new blood vessel formation during the healing process?

    <p>Endothelial cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The release of inflammatory cytokines by macrophages serves primarily to:

    <p>Recruit additional repair cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the soft callus during the repair phase of bone healing?

    <p>It is replaced by a hard callus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes a characteristic of stable cells?

    <p>Only divide in response to injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of osteoblasts in bone healing?

    <p>To produce new bone matrix and minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of bone healing is characterized by gradual refinement of bone shape and structure?

    <p>Remodeling phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of callus initially stabilizes a fracture during the repair phase?

    <p>Soft callus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory of tooth eruption suggests that the dental follicle induces bone resorption to create an eruptive pathway?

    <p>Dental follicle theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of the soft callus phase during secondary bone healing?

    <p>Invasion of capillaries and fibroblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which phase of tooth eruption does the tooth move from its developmental position to the occlusal level?

    <p>Active eruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fracture involves the muscle contraction that pulls tendons resulting in pieces of bone being removed?

    <p>Avulsion fracture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT associated with delayed or failed eruption of teeth?

    <p>Active eruption force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes primary bone healing?

    <p>Requires rigid internal fixation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase does the hematoma form after a fracture?

    <p>Inflammatory phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about post-eruptive tooth movement is incorrect?

    <p>It is limited to the occlusal wear compensation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a typical consequence of primary failure of eruption related to PTH receptor mutation?

    <p>Disturbance in eruptive pathways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the genetic basis of Trisomy 21?

    <p>All cells have an extra copy of chromosome 21.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following facial characteristics is NOT typically associated with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Protrusive mandible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one common dental problem faced by individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Hypoplasia leading to pitted enamel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which health issue is prevalent in approximately 50% of individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Congenital heart defects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of dental abnormalities, what is commonly observed in tooth development for individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Missing both primary and permanent teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to the increased likelihood of Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Race</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a notable physical characteristic linked to Down's Syndrome that affects hearing?

    <p>Ext and int ear dysmorphia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mechanism is suggested to be a potential cause of Trisomy 21?

    <p>Failure of separation of two copies of chromosome 21</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is NOT a common health challenge associated with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Increased risk of specific cancers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following theories of tooth eruption involves the resorption and deposition of bone as a key mechanism?

    <p>Alveolar bone remodelling theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tooth movement occurs during the pre-eruptive phase?

    <p>Intra-osseous movement alongside jaw growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of bone healing is characterized by the invasion of capillaries and fibroblasts to form a bridge of soft callus?

    <p>Soft callus phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is least likely to affect the process of tooth eruption?

    <p>Age at which orthodontic treatment begins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of tooth eruption does the tooth actively move to its functional position in the oral cavity?

    <p>Active eruptive movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological process is primarily responsible for the formation of the callus during secondary bone healing?

    <p>Formation of granulation tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors could lead to delayed or failed tooth eruption?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes primary bone healing?

    <p>It requires accurate reduction and rigid internal fixation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the passive eruption phase in oral health?

    <p>Apical shift of the dento-gingival junction over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of osteoblasts during the fracture healing process?

    <p>They form the new bone matrix.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which phase of bone healing does the soft callus begin to stabilize the fracture?

    <p>Repair Phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are primarily responsible for producing the cartilaginous soft callus during fracture healing?

    <p>Chondroblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone is initially formed in the repair phase and later remodeled into stronger bone?

    <p>Woven bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell type is predominantly involved in the bone resorption process during the remodeling phase?

    <p>Osteoclasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bone formation occurs first in the early stages of fracture healing?

    <p>Soft callus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of fracture healing is characterized by the gradual replacement of woven bone by a more organized structure?

    <p>Remodeling Phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles do fibroblasts play during the fracture healing process?

    <p>Producing collagen for the soft callus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate duration of the repair phase in the fracture healing process?

    <p>Several weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects bone healing?

    <p>Presence of foreign materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase are osteocytes primarily involved in maintaining the integrity of mature bone?

    <p>Remodeling Phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes primary bone healing compared to secondary bone healing?

    <p>Requires pins or plates for stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tissue healing is characterized by minimal scarring and rapid healing?

    <p>Dental soft tissue healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the inflammatory phase of healing, which cells are primarily responsible for the clearance of debris?

    <p>Macrophages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one factor that contributes to the localized damage in chronic gingivitis?

    <p>Hyperplasia of junctional epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cells are considered permanent cells and do not divide after injury?

    <p>Neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cytokine function is critical during the wound healing process?

    <p>Recruit fibroblasts to the injury site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of the moist environment in oral mucosal healing?

    <p>Enhances fibroblast proliferation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of the wound healing stages?

    <p>Apoptosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the main process of healing seen in periodontal disease?

    <p>Progressive damage to connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage of individuals with Down's Syndrome that typically have an extra chromosome in all cells?

    <p>92%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common physical characteristic of individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Excessive height</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What commonly observed dental issue in individuals with Down's Syndrome is characterized by delayed tooth eruption?

    <p>Malocclusions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which health challenge is faced by approximately 50% of individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Congenital heart defects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of Trisomy 21?

    <p>Failure of egg to separate copies of chromosome 21</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tooth development abnormality is most commonly seen in individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Hypoplasia of enamel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is commonly associated with ear dysmorphia in individuals with Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Small folded ears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor has been found to have no correlation with the risk of Down's Syndrome?

    <p>Pregnancy behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Down's Syndrome, which descriptor matches the common hand characteristic called clinodactyly?

    <p>Curved finger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Tooth Eruption

    • Tooth eruption is the axial/occlusal movement of a tooth from its developmental site in the alveolar process to its functional position in the oral cavity.
    • It is a continuous process that doesn't stop once the tooth reaches the occlusal plane.
    • The process of tooth eruption can be divided into three phases:
      • Pre-eruptive movement: Tooth germs are positioned in the jaw for eruption.
      • Eruptive tooth movement: Tooth movement occurs either intraosseously or supraosseously with the onset of root formation and ends with tooth emergence.
      • Post-eruptive tooth movement: Occurs after the tooth reaches its functional position in the oral cavity, maintaining its position in occlusion.

    Theories of eruptive tooth movement

    • The Pulp theory: suggests the pulp propels the tooth upwards or downwards; however, teeth still erupt even after pulp removal, contradicting this theory.
    • The Vascular pressure theory: suggests eruption force comes from blood vessels pressure within the tooth, however, pulpless teeth erupt, and hypotensive drugs don’t affect eruption, debunking this theory.
    • Root formation/elongation theory: suggests the tooth is propelled towards the mouth as the root develops; however, this theory doesn’t align with the rate of root formation and rootless teeth still erupt.
    • The Alveolar Bone Remodeling theory: suggests selective resorption and deposition of bone, where new bone is laid underneath the root. The theory is supported by the fact that a tooth germ can be replaced with a metal/silicone replica and the replica still erupts. However, this theory is challenged by the observation that mutations in the PTH receptor 1 can lead to disturbances in eruption, suggesting the process is more complex.
    • The PDL theory: suggests the periodontal ligament (PDL) tension pulls the tooth upwards or downwards. However, rootless teeth still erupt, suggesting the PDL is not necessary for eruption.
    • The Dental Follicle theory: suggests the force comes from the dental follicle that induces bone resorption and forms the eruptive pathway. Evidence supports this theory as removal of the follicle leads to eruption failure.

    Physiological tooth movement

    • Post-eruptive tooth movements happen after the erupted tooth reaches its functional position in the mouth and are key to adapting to functional stresses.
    • These movements maintain tooth position as the jaw grows and compensate for any occlusal and proximal wear.
    • There are three types of physiological tooth movements:
      • Movements that accommodate jaw growth.
      • Movements that compensate for occlusal wear.
      • Movements that accommodate interproximal tooth wear.

    Types of Bone Fractures

    • Closed fracture: A broken bone that has not pierced the skin.
    • Open fracture: A broken bone that juts out through the skin or wound leads to the fracture site.
    • Greenstick fracture: A small, slender crack that is common in children due to more flexible bones.
    • Hairline fracture: A common form of stress fracture often seen in the foot and lower leg due to repeated stress.
    • Complicated fracture: Involves damage to structures surrounding the fracture, such as blood vessels, nerves, and bone lining (periosteum).
    • Comminuted fracture: The bone is shattered into small pieces.
    • Avulsion fracture: A piece of bone is pulled away from the main bone, often caused by muscle contraction.
    • Compression fracture: Occurs when two bones are forced together, commonly seen in vertebrae, especially in older individuals with osteoporosis.

    Bone Healing

    • Bone healing can occur through either primary or secondary repair mechanisms.
    • Primary Bone Repair: Occurs with accurate reduction and rigid internal fixation. This type of repair involves cutting cones that create a space for new bone formation.
    • Secondary Bone Repair: Occurs when bone ends are not in position or rigidly fixed. It involves the formation of a callus, which is an immature bone bridge across the fracture. Secondary bone repair involves five stages: hematoma formation, inflammation, soft callus formation, hard callus formation, and remodeling.

    Dental Tissues Healing

    • Labile cells: Cells that are constantly replicating and replenishing themselves.
    • Stable cells: Cells that can divide but only under certain conditions, such as tissue injury.
    • Permanent cells: Cells that do not typically divide. These cells are lost after they die.

    Wound Healing Stages

    • Hemostasis: The process of blood clotting to prevent bleeding.
    • Inflammation: The body's natural response to injury, involving the recruitment of immune cells to the site.
    • Proliferation: The growth of new cells to replace the damaged tissue.
    • Remodeling: The final stage, where the wound is remodeled and strengthened.

    Periodontal Complex Healing

    • The periodontal complex is the tissues that surround and support the teeth.
    • These tissues include the gingiva, periodontal ligament, cementum, and alveolar bone.
    • Healing in the periodontal complex is a complex process that involves the interaction of various cell types and growth factors.
    • Chronic gingivitis: Bacterial plaque in the gingival sulcus leads to inflammation, hyperplasia of the junctional epithelium and superficial dilated capillaries.
    • Periodontitis: Caused by the buildup of bacteria in the gingival crevice, leading to inflammation and destruction of the periodontal tissues.
    • The goal of periodontal treatment: Eliminate the factors causing the disease, smooth root surfaces, and promote guided tissue regeneration.

    Periapical Tissues Healing

    • Periapical tissues refer to the tissues around the root of the tooth.
    • Pulp necrosis: Can occur due to injury or infection, triggering inflammation and bone resorption in the periapical region.
    • Periapical cyst: A common complication of pulp necrosis, forming a fluid-filled cavity in the bone.
    • Apical periodontitis: Inflammation of the periapical tissues, leading to bone resorption and pain

    Down Syndrome

    • Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21.
    • The cause of Down Syndrome is unknown but is related to failure of chromosomes to separate correctly during egg formation and is influenced by the age of the mother at conception.
    • Facial Characteristics: Down Syndrome is characterized by typical appearance including, small folded ears, brushfield spots, flattened nasal bridge, short neck, epicanthal folds, positive canthal tilt, a short stature, mid-face hypoplasia, widely-spaced eyes, external and internal ear dysplasia, a short and broad neck, clinodactyly, simian palmar creases, and health challenges .
    • Health Challenges: Down Syndrome is associated with a range of health concerns such as congenital heart defects, early-onset pulmonary hypertension, seizures, cataracts, hearing loss, immune defects, gastric reflux, and obesity.
    • Oral Health Issues: Down Syndrome patients often have unique oral health challenges including macroglossia, thick dry, fissured lips, an increased risk for candida infections, aphthous ulceration, malocclusions, protrusive mandible, class 3 malocclusion, small molars, a high and short palate, cleft palate, delayed eruption, and tooth development abnormalities such as missing teeth, smaller crowns and roots, unusual shapes, hypoplasia, and an increased risk for both caries and periodontal disease.

    Oral Care Strategies for Down Syndrome

    • Patients with Down Syndrome require careful oral care to manage their specific oral health needs.
    • Routine dental exams: Regular dental exams are vital to detect early signs of oral health problems and to manage existing conditions.
    • Preventive care: Good oral hygiene practices such as brushing, flossing, and regular dental cleanings are essential to prevent caries and periodontal disease.
    • Fluoride supplementation: Fluoride is essential for strengthening tooth enamel and preventing cavities.
    • Diet modifications: A healthy diet, low in sugary foods and drinks, promotes overall health, and can help prevent caries.
    • Specific interventions: Specialized interventions may be necessary to address specific oral conditions, such as malocclusions, hypoplasia, or periodontal disease.
    • Parental involvement: Parents should actively participate in their child’s oral care routine and seek professional dental care as needed.

    Tooth Eruption

    • Tooth eruption involves axial/occlusal tooth movement from the developmental site in the alveolar process to a functional position in the oral cavity.
    • The process doesn't end when the tooth reaches the occlusal plane.
    • Developing teeth can move in three dimensions and increase in size in the alveolar process before eruption.
    • Timing is crucial for healthy development.

    Phases of Tooth Eruption

    Pre-eruptive Movement

    • Tooth germs are positioned in the jaw for eruption.
    • Starts at tooth formation initiation and continues to root formation initiation.
    • Tooth movement occurs alongside jaw growth.
    • Movement requires bony crypt wall remodelling through selective deposition and removal of bone.
    • Occurs between the end of the bell stage and the beginning of root formation.

    Eruptive Tooth Movement

    • Tooth movement can be either intraosseous or supraosseous.
    • Starts with root formation and ends with the tooth's appearance.
    • Movement is from the developmental position to the occlusal level.
    • The direction of movement is axial/occlusal.
    • After emergence, the tooth crown continues to move occlusally until it meets the tooth on the opposing jaw.
    • The crown gradually exposes with an apical shift of the dento-gingival junction.

    Post-eruptive Tooth Movement

    • This occurs after the tooth reaches its functional position.
    • Maintains tooth position in occlusion through wear/erosion.
    • Occurs when teeth attain occlusion and continues throughout life.

    Passive Eruption

    • Characterized by an apical shift of the dento-gingival junction.
    • Increases the length of the clinical crown.
    • The exact mechanism is still unknown.

    Theories of Eruptive Tooth Movement

    Pulp Theory

    • Hypothesizes that the pulp propels the tooth upwards (mandible) or downwards (maxilla).
    • Increased thickness of radicular dentine during root formation decreases the pulp cavity size.
    • Growth/constriction of the pulp generates a propulsive force in the pulpal vasculature.
    • Evidence against: teeth still erupt if the pulp is removed.

    Vascular Pressure/Blood Vessel Thrust/Hydrostatic Pressure Theory

    • Overlaps with the pulpal theory.
    • Eruption force is generated by pressure from blood vessels within the tooth.
    • Tooth movement is synchronized with arterial pressure causing local volume changes that produce limited tooth movement.
    • Increased tissue fluid pressure correlates with tooth movement.
    • Evidence against: pulpless teeth erupt, hypotensive drugs don't affect eruption, and root and local vasculature excision have no effect on eruption.
    • Recent research suggests hydrostatic pressure may occur during the post-eruptive stage with the dental follicle secreting mediators, leading to angiogenesis, increased apical tissue pressure, and tooth eruption.
    • Vasodilator injections increase tooth eruption, while vasoconstrictors decrease it.

    Root Formation/Elongation Theory

    • Proposes the tooth is propelled towards the mouth as the root develops.
    • Assumes the root hits something and the force is then in the upwards direction.
    • Evidence against: rootless teeth erupt, some teeth erupt more than their root length, and this doesn't align with root formation.

    Alveolar Bone Remodeling Theory

    • Involves selective resorption and deposition of bone.
    • New bone is laid underneath the root, pushing it upwards.
    • Growth is controlled by osteoblasts sourced from the dental follicle.
    • No dental follicle means no eruption pathway.
    • A metal/silicone replica can replace the tooth germ if the dental follicle is retained, and the replica will erupt.
    • Mutations in the PTH receptor 1 cause eruption disturbances and primary failure of eruption due to disrupted osteoblast activity.

    PDL Theory

    • Tensions in the periodontal ligament pull the tooth upwards/downwards.
    • PDL cell activity, specifically fibroblast contraction creates eruptive forces.
    • Alveolar bone remodeling creates an eruptive pathway in response to the erupting tooth.
    • Evidence against: defective fibroblasts have no effect, collagen turnover rate is higher than eruption rate, and there is no difference in the metabolism of erupting and mature teeth.
    • Rootless teeth erupt on schedule, indicating the PDL isn't necessary.

    Dental Follicle Theory

    • Force originates from the dental follicle which induces bone resorption and forms the eruptive pathway.
    • Eruption is regulated by inductive signals.
    • Osteoclastogenesis (resorption) occurs in the coronal dental follicle.
    • Osteogenesis (formation) occurs in the basal dental follicle.
    • Removal of the follicle results in eruption failure.
    • The follicle contains numerous cytokines and growth factors facilitating communication between dental epithelium and dental mesenchyme.

    Neuromuscular Theory (Unification Theory)

    • Facial muscles contract and apply forces to the teeth to aid eruption.
    • Nerve signals guide erupting teeth to the correct position at the right time.
    • Functional adaptation ensures erupting teeth align with opposing teeth.

    Factors Affecting Tooth Eruption

    • Down syndrome
    • Delayed or failed eruption
    • Cleidocranial dysplasia
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Hypopituitarism
    • Achondroplastic dwarfism
    • Supernumerary teeth
    • Crowding
    • Arch length deficiency
    • Cysts/tumors
    • Enamel pearls
    • Gingival hyperplasia
    • Premature loss of primary teeth
    • Ankylosis
    • Digit sucking
    • Tongue thrusting
    • Fibrous developmental malformations

    Physiological Tooth Movement

    • Post-eruptive tooth movements occur after the tooth reaches its functional position.
    • These movements maintain tooth position as the jaw grows and compensate for occlusal and proximal wear.
    • The dentition reacts to various stresses.

    Types of Physiological Tooth Movement

    • Accommodating jaw growth
    • Compensating for occlusal wear
    • Accommodating interproximal tooth wear

    Bone Fractures

    • Closed (simple) fracture: Broken bone does not pierce the skin.
    • Open (compound) fracture: Broken bone protrudes through the skin or a wound leading to the fracture site, increasing the risk of infection and external bleeding.
    • Greenstick fracture: A small, slender crack common in children due to their bone's flexibility.
    • Hairline fracture: A common form of stress fracture often occurring in the foot or lower leg due to repeated stress.
    • Complicated fracture: Structures surrounding the fracture are injured, damaging blood vessels, nerves, and the bone lining (periosteum).
    • Comminuted fracture: Bone is shattered into small pieces, resulting in slow healing.
    • Avulsion fracture: Muscle contraction pulls on a tendon, detaching a piece of bone. Common in knee and shoulder joints.
    • Compression (impacted) fracture: Two bones are forced together, often affecting vertebrae. Older individuals with osteoporosis are particularly vulnerable.

    Bone Healing

    Primary Fracture Repair

    • Direct: Occurs with accurate reduction and rigid internal fixation. Cutting cones, formed by osteoclasts, create space for new bone formation.
    • Gap healing: A modified form of primary repair occurring when the fracture is rigidly fixed and the gap is small. Immature bone is deposited along the fracture surface, narrowing the gap and enabling primary repair.

    Secondary Fracture Repair

    • Response from the periosteum and endosteum leading to callus formation.
    • The callus is immature bone.
    • Occurs when bone ends aren't positioned correctly or rigidly fixed, allowing for some degree of mobility.
    • Mechanical stimulation enhances this process.

    Stages of Secondary Repair

    • Hematoma: Forms immediately after fracture, involving bleeding from the bone surface and surrounding soft tissue. The blood clot is rich in factors like VEGF, initiating inflammation and recruiting cells.
    • Inflammatory Phase: Infiltration of neutrophils and macrophages clearing debris. Other inflammatory cells (T and B cells and mast cells) release cytokines to recruit inflammatory cells and stimulate angiogenesis.
    • Soft Callus: Organization of the blood clot with the invasion of capillaries and fibroblasts. Fibroblasts and chondrocytes lay down a fibrocartilaginous matrix between the fracture ends, creating a soft callus bridge.
    • Hard Callus: Mineralization of the matrix leading to calcium-containing granules that precipitate to form a hard bridge. The soft callus turns stiffer as osteoblasts ossify the tissue. Excessive movement can lead to hypertrophic non-union, with excessive bone formation but no stabilization.
    • Remodeling: Woven bone is progressively replaced by lamellar bone along stress lines, responding to mechanical movements.

    Healing Timeline of Bone

    • 12 hours: Blood clot and fibrous exudate collect between bone fragments.
    • 24 hours: Inflammation with sequential infiltration of neutrophils and macrophages.
    • 48 hours: Granulation tissue formation.
    • 5 days: Bone formation starts.
    • 3 weeks: Fibrous union and primary callus.
    • 6 weeks: A fibrous shell of external callus with bone ends joined by woven bone.
    • 6 weeks to 6 months: Formation of secondary callus and remodeling.

    Cells Involved in Bone Healing

    • Osteoclasts: Resorb bone and remodel tissue, breaking down damaged bone for new formation.
    • Osteoblasts: Form bone by laying down collagen and minerals.
    • Chondroblasts: Form the cartilaginous soft callus.
    • Fibroblasts: Produce collagen and other matrix components for the soft callus.
    • Osteocytes: Mature bone cells that maintain tissue and regulate remodeling.
    • Macrophages: Clear debris and release cytokines to initiate repair.
    • Endothelial cells: Form new blood vessels to support healing.

    Pathophysiology of Bone Fractures

    Factors Affecting Bone Healing

    • Injury Variables*

    • Open fractures

    • Severity

    • Intra-articular fracture

    • Segmental fracture

    • Soft tissue interposition

    • Damage to blood supply

    • Patient Variables*

    • Age

    • Nutrition

    • Systemic hormones

    • Tissue Variables*

    • Bone type (cortical or cancellous)

    • Bone necrosis

    • Bone disease

    • Infection

    • Treatment Variables*

    • Decreasing fracture gap

    • Stabilizing fracture

    • Restoring fracture segments

    Types of Bone Healing

    • Primary*: No movement with absolute stability, directly healed bone with minimal gap between ends (less common).
    • Secondary*: Movement present with relative stability. Heals through intermediate stages with a large gap between bone ends (common).

    Dental Tissue Healing

    Stages of Wound Healing:

    • Haemostasis: Stoppage of bleeding
    • Inflammation: Recruitment of immune cells
    • Proliferation: New tissue formation
    • Remodeling: Reshaping and strengthening of tissue

    Oral Mucosa Healing

    • Heals with minimal scarring.
    • The tongue heals rapidly with minimal inflammation due to altered TGF-B.
    • Possible reasons for rapid healing:
      • Distinct fibroblast phenotype
      • Bacteria stimulating wound healing
      • Moist environment and saliva (increased epidermal growth factor)
      • Rapid and transient inflammatory response
      • Rapid remodeling

    Wound Healing in Periodontal and Periapical Regions

    Chronic Gingivitis

    • Caused by bacterial plaque in the gingival sulcus.
    • Hyperplasia of the junctional epithelium (increased tissue).
    • Superficial dilated capillaries.

    Pathogenesis of Periodontitis

    • Bacterial plaque accumulates in the gingival crevice.
    • Bacterial metabolism waste (protease, hyaluronidase, collagenase) reaches the gingival connective tissue, causing damage and inflammation.
    • Chronic inflammation is triggered.
    • Damage to the junctional epithelium increases permeability to plaque and bacteria.
    • Bacterial waste products attract neutrophils, leading to their accumulation in the gingival crevice, where they attempt to phagocytize plaque bacteria.
    • Dying neutrophils release lysosomal enzymes, destroying the epithelium and connective tissue.
    • Endotoxin activates the complement pathway, releasing vaso-active and chemotactic factors, resulting in cell death.
    • While gingival connective tissue turnover is high, it isn't enough to repair the damage.

    Objectives of Periodontitis Treatment

    • Eliminate causative factors.
    • Smooth root surfaces.
    • Guided tissue regeneration.

    Healing Periodontal Tissues

    • Cells attached to the root are more likely to proliferate.

    Down Syndrome

    • Occurs in 1/1800 births.
    • Caused by Trisomy 21, where there are three copies of the 21st chromosome.
    • Variations:
      • 92% have an extra chromosome in all cells.
      • 2-4% have an extra chromosome in some cells.
      • 3-4% have material from chromosome 21 translocated to a different chromosome.
    • Unknown cause, but the chance increases with maternal age.

    Key Facial Characteristics of Down Syndrome

    • Small, folded ears.
    • Brushfield spots.
    • Flattened nasal bridge.
    • Short neck.
    • Epicanthal fold.
    • Positive canthal tilt.

    Other Physical Characteristics

    • Short stature.
    • Mid-face hypoplasia.
    • Widely spaced eyes.
    • External and internal ear dysmorphia, increasing the risk of hearing loss.
    • Short and broad neck.
    • Clinodactyly (curved finger).
    • Simian palmar creases.

    Health Challenges Faced by People with Down Syndrome

    • 50% have congenital heart defects with increased risk of:

      • Mitral valve prolapse.
      • Arrhythmias.
      • Emboli and infective endocarditis.

    • Early onset pulmonary hypertension, due to low numbers of alveoli and impaired endothelial function.

    • 5-13% experience seizures.

    • 3% have cataracts.

    • Hearing loss is common.

    • Immune deficiencies.

    • Gastric reflux, leading to erosion, tube feeding, and reduced saliva production.

    • Obesity.

    Dental Problems in Down Syndrome

    • Macroglossia (large tongue).

    • Thick, dry, and fissured lips.

    • Increased risk of Candida infections.

    • Aphthous ulceration.

    • Common malocclusions, including:

      • Protrusive mandible.
      • Class III malocclusion.
      • Small molars.
      • High and short palate.

    • Cleft palate.

    • Delayed eruption.

    Tooth Development Abnormalities

    • Missing primary and permanent teeth are common.
    • Smaller crown and root sizes.
    • Unusual tooth shapes.
    • Hypoplasia leading to pitted enamel, plaque retention, and staining.
    • Decreased caries risk but increased periodontal risk.
    • Bruxism.

    Strategies for Oral Care

    • Early intervention and regular dental visits are crucial.
    • Thorough oral hygiene instruction for caregivers and patients.
    • Prophylactic measures to prevent caries and periodontal diseases.
    • Addressing potential dental issues like malocclusion and hypoplasia.
    • Providing special care for individuals with additional health challenges.

    Tooth Eruption

    • Tooth eruption is the process of a tooth moving from its developmental site in the alveolar bone to its functional position in the oral cavity.
    • It is a continuous process that begins with the initiation of tooth formation and continues even after the crown emerges.
    • These movements can occur in three dimensions, including an increase in size within the alveolar bone before active eruption.
    • The timing of tooth eruption is essential for healthy development.
    • There are three phases: pre-eruptive, eruptive, and post-eruptive tooth movement.
    • Pre-eruptive movement occurs during tooth formation, from tooth germ initiation to root initiation.
    • It is driven by the remodelling of the bony crypt wall.
    • Eruptive movement begins with root formation and ends with the tooth's appearance in the oral cavity.
    • It involves both intraosseous and supraosseous movement to move the tooth from its developmental position to the occlusal level.
    • Post-eruptive movement occurs once the tooth is functionally positioned and aims to maintain its position by accommodating growth, wear, and erosion.
    • Passive eruption refers to the apical shift of the dento-gingival junction, increasing the length of the clinical crown. However, the exact mechanisms are still unclear.

    Theories of Eruptive Tooth Movement

    • Pulp theory: Suggests that the pulp inside the tooth propels it upward or downward. However, this theory is contradicted by the fact that teeth still erupt even after pulp removal.
    • Vascular pressure theory: Claims that blood vessels within the tooth create pressure that drives the eruption. This theory is refuted by several observations, including the eruption of pulpless teeth and the lack of impact of hypotensive drugs on eruption. However, recent findings suggest a role for hydrostatic pressure in the post-eruptive stage due to the dental follicle releasing mediators that enhance angiogenesis and increase apical tissue pressure.
    • Root formation/elongation theory: Assumes that the developing root pushes the tooth towards the mouth. This is not supported by evidence, as rootless teeth can erupt and some teeth erupt further than their root length.
    • Alveolar bone remodelling theory: Proposes that selective bone resorption and deposition around the tooth root drive eruption. This theory is backed by the observation that bone formation beneath the root pushes the tooth upward.
    • PDL theory: suggests that tension created within the periodontal ligament pulls the tooth up or down. However, this theory faces several issues, including the normal eruption of teeth with defective fibroblasts and the lack of difference between the metabolism of erupting and mature teeth.
    • Dental follicle theory: attributes the eruptive force to the dental follicle, which induces bone resorption to form a pathway for eruption. It is also believed to release numerous cytokines and growth factors that mediate communication between the dental epithelium and mesenchyme.
    • Neuromuscular theory: also known as the unification theory, proposes that facial muscles contract and apply forces to guide erupting teeth to their correct positions.

    Down Syndrome

    • Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. It occurs in 1 in 1800 births and its cause remains unknown.
    • People with Down Syndrome often exhibit facial features such as small folded ears, brushfield spots, flattened nasal bridge, and a short neck.
    • They may also experience other physical characteristics, including short stature, mid-face hypoplasia, widely spaced eyes, and simian palmar creases.
    • Down Syndrome is associated with several health challenges, including congenital heart defects, pulmonary hypertension, seizures, and hearing loss. It can also lead to immune defects, gastric reflux, and obesity.

    Oral Health Challenges in Down Syndrome

    • Individuals with Down Syndrome often experience dental problems, including macroglossia, thick dry fissured lips, increased risk of candidiasis, and frequent aphthous ulceration.
    • Malocclusions are common, featuring a protrusive mandible, Class 3 occlusion, small molars, and a high and short palate.
    • There is an increased risk of cleft palate and delayed eruption.
    • Tooth development abnormalities such as missing teeth, smaller crowns and roots, hypoplasia, and unusual shapes can arise in individuals with Down Syndrome.

    Strategies for Oral Care in Down Syndrome

    • Specialized oral care strategies are crucial for individuals with Down Syndrome. It involves a combination of tailored dental treatments, preventative measures, and ongoing monitoring to address the specific challenges associated with the condition.
    • Dental treatments might include restoring damaged teeth, managing malocclusions, and addressing tooth development anomalies appropriately.
    • Preventive measures include regular oral hygiene practices, fluoride treatment, and dietary modifications to reduce caries risk.
    • Ongoing monitoring of oral health is vital to detect and manage issues early, promoting long-term oral health.

    Bone Healing

    • There are various types of bone fractures, including closed (simple), open (compound), greenstick, hairline, complicated, comminuted, avulsion, and compression fractures.
    • Bone healing involves two main repair processes: primary bone repair and secondary bone repair.

    Primary Fracture Repair

    • Direct bone healing: this occurs when there is precise reduction and rigid internal fixation of the fracture. It involves cutting cones, where osteoclasts create spaces in the bone that are filled with osteoblasts, forming new bone directly across the fracture gap.
    • Gap healing: this is a variation of primary bone healing that occurs if the fracture is rigidly fixed and the gap between the bone ends is small. It involves the initial formation of immature bone along fracture surfaces, eventually narrowing the gap to allow direct healing.

    Secondary Fracture Repair

    • Secondary bone healing involves the formation of a callus, which is a bridge of immature bone that forms when the fracture is not perfectly aligned or rigidly fixed.
    • The process has five stages: hematoma formation, inflammation, soft callus formation, hard callus formation, and bone remodelling.
    • Hematoma formation is the first stage of healing, involving blood clots rich in growth factors that initiate inflammation.
    • Inflammation is characterized by the arrival of inflammatory cells like neutrophils and macrophages to clean up debris and trigger healing.
    • Soft callus formation occurs within the first 2-3 weeks, creating a bridge of collagen and cartilage between the fracture ends.
    • Hard callus formation replaces the soft callus with woven bone, providing more stability.
    • Bone remodeling replaces this weaker bone with stronger lamellar bone, restoring bone shape and strength.

    Key Cells Involved in Bone Healing

    • Osteoclasts: these cells break down and remove damaged bone tissue, facilitating new bone formation during remodeling.
    • Osteoblasts: these cells lay down new bone matrix, forming the hard callus and eventually replacing it with lamellar bone.
    • Chondroblasts: these cells form the cartilaginous soft callus, providing an initial scaffold for bone growth.
    • Fibroblasts: these cells produce collagen and other matrix components that make up the soft callus.
    • Osteocytes: mature bone cells derived from osteoblasts maintain and regulate bone tissue and coordinate the activity of osteoclasts and osteoblasts.
    • Macrophages: immune cells responsible for cleaning up cellular debris and releasing signaling molecules that attract fibroblasts and osteoblasts.
    • Endothelial cells: these cells form new blood vessels, ensuring an adequate blood supply to the healing tissue.

    Pathophysiology of Bone Fractures

    • Several factors can affect bone healing, including injury variables, patient variables, tissue variables, and treatment variables.
    • Injury variables:
      • Open fractures
      • Fracture severity
      • Intra-articular fractures
      • Segmental fractures
      • Soft tissue interposition
      • Damage to blood supply
    • Patient variables:
      • Age
      • Nutrition
      • Systemic hormones
    • Tissue variables:
      • Bone type (cortical or cancellous)
      • Bone necrosis
      • Bone disease
      • Infection
    • Treatment variables:
      • Fracture gap reduction
      • Fracture stabilization
      • Restoration of fracture segments

    Different Types of Healing

    • Primary bone healing: involves direct bone formation between fracture ends, typically achieved with rigid fixation and minimal movement. It is less common than secondary bone healing.
    • Secondary bone healing: involves the formation of a callus and occurs when there is some degree of movement at the fracture site. It is more common than primary bone healing.

    Dental Soft Tissue Healing

    • Oral mucosa heals rapidly with minimal scarring due to its labile nature and the presence of factors like epidermal growth factor in saliva.
    • The healing process involves several steps that can be categorized as:
      • Hemostasis: control of bleeding and clot formation.
      • Inflammation: immune response to remove cellular debris and activate healing.
      • Proliferation: formation of new tissue.
      • Remodeling: reorganization of the new tissue.

    Healing in the Periodontium and Periapical Regions

    • In chronic gingivitis, bacterial plaque accumulates in the gingival sulcus causing hyperplasia of the junctional epithelium and inflammation.
    • During periodontitis, bacterial waste products damage gingival connective tissue, initiating a chronic inflammatory cycle.
    • The goal of periodontal treatment is to eliminate the factors that contribute to periodontal disease, smooth root surfaces, and promote tissue regeneration through guided tissue regeneration.
    • Healing of the periodontium involves cell proliferation, particularly in the cells attached to the root surface.

    Contextualizing Healing in Periodontology and Endodontics

    • The understanding of dental soft tissue healing is crucial in both periodontology and endodontics.
    • Periodontists use this knowledge to address periodontitis and manage other periodontal conditions.
    • Endodontists utilize this information to understand the healing processes involved in root canal treatment and periapical surgery.

    Factors Affecting Bone Healing

    • Age: Bone healing is generally faster in younger individuals.
    • Nutrition: Adequate nutrition, specifically sufficient calcium and vitamin D, is crucial for bone healing.
    • Systemic hormones: Hormones like parathyroid hormone and glucocorticoids can affect bone healing.
    • Infection: Infection can delay or prevent bone healing.
    • Underlying disease: Diseases like diabetes or osteoporosis can compromise bone healing.
    • Smoking: Smoking impairs bone healing by reducing blood flow and oxygen delivery to healing tissues.

    Important Note:

    • Please consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical advice or treatment.
    • These notes provide a general understanding of the topics discussed and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical guidance.

    Tooth Eruption

    • Tooth eruption is the movement of a tooth from its developmental site in the alveolar process to its functional position in the oral cavity.
    • It is a continuous process that doesn't stop when the tooth reaches the occlusal plane.
    • Developing teeth can move in three dimensions and increase in size in the alveolar process before active eruption.
    • The timing of eruption is essential for healthy development.

    Phases of Tooth Eruption

    • Active eruption: The movement of the tooth from its developmental site in the alveolar bone to its functional position in the oral cavity.
    • Pre-eruptive movement: Tooth germs are positioned in the jaw for eruption. It begins with tooth formation initiation and ends with root formation initiation.
    • Eruptive tooth movement: Tooth movement occurs either intraosseously or supraosseously. It begins with the onset of root formation and ends when the tooth emerges.
    • Post-eruptive tooth movement: Occurs after the tooth reaches its functional position in the oral cavity. It maintains the tooth's position in occlusion by wear/erosion.

    Theories of Eruptive Tooth Movement

    • Pulp theory: The pulp propels the tooth upwards (mandible) or downwards (maxilla). However, teeth can still erupt if the pulp is removed.
    • Vascular pressure/blood vessel thrust/hydrostatic pressure theory: Eruption force is generated by pressure from blood vessels within the tooth. Recently, hydrostatic pressure during the post-eruptive stage has been linked to dental follicle secretion of mediators, promoting angiogenesis and increased apical tissue pressure.
    • Root formation/elongation theory: The tooth is propelled towards the mouth as the root develops. However, rootless teeth erupt, some teeth erupt more than their root length, and this theory doesn't align with root formation.
    • Alveolar bone remodelling theory: Selective resorption and deposition of bone pushes the tooth upward. Bone growth is controlled by osteoblasts sourced by the dental follicle. The dental follicle is essential for eruption.
    • PDL theory: Tension in the periodontal ligament pulls the tooth upwards/downwards. However, defective fibroblasts have no effect on eruption, and rootless teeth erupt as scheduled.
    • Dental follicle theory: The force for eruption comes from the dental follicle, inducing bone resorption and forming an eruptive pathway. The dental follicle secretes cytokines and growth factors that communicate between the dental epithelium and dental mesenchyme.
    • Neuromuscular theory (Unification theory): Muscles around the face contract, applying forces to the teeth to aid in eruption. Nerve signals to muscles guide erupting teeth to align correctly.

    Factors Affecting Tooth Eruption

    • Downsyndrome
    • Delayed/failure eruption
    • Cleidocranialdysostosis
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Hypopituitarism
    • Achondroplastic dwarfism
    • Supernumerary teeth
    • Crowding
    • Arch length deficiency
    • Cysts/tumors
    • Enamel pearls
    • Gingival hyperplasia
    • Premature loss of primary teeth
    • Ankylosis
    • Digit sucking
    • Tongue thrusting
    • Fibrous developmental malformations

    Physiological Tooth Movement

    • Post-eruptive tooth movements occur after the tooth reaches its functional position in the mouth.
    • These movements maintain the tooth's position in occlusion as the jaw grows and compensate for any occlusal and proximal wear.
    • It reflects the dentition reacting to functional stresses.
    • There are three types: movements that accommodate jaw growth, movements that compensate for occlusal wear, and movements that accommodate interproximal tooth wear.

    Bone Healing - Types of Bone Fractures

    • Closed (simple fracture): The broken bone has not pierced the skin.
    • Open (compound) fracture: The broken bone juts out through the skin or a wound leads to the fracture site.
    • Greenstick fracture: A small, slender crack common in children because their bones are more flexible.
    • Hairline fracture: A common form of stress fracture, often found in the foot or lower leg.
    • Complicated fracture: Structures surrounding the fracture are injured, such as blood vessels, nerves, and the periosteum (bone lining).
    • Comminuted fracture: The bone is shattered into small pieces.
    • Avulsion fracture: Muscle contraction pulls on a tendon, pulling pieces of bone out.
    • Compression (impacted fracture): Two bones are forced together, common in vertebrae.

    Bone Healing - Primary and Secondary Fracture Repair

    • Primary: Occurs when the fracture is accurately reduced and rigidly fixed. Direct healing happens when cutting cones create space for new bone formation. Gap healing occurs if the fracture gap is small (few hundred microns).
    • Secondary: Occurs when bone ends are not in position or rigidly fixed. Healing involves the formation of a callus (immature bone) and occurs in five stages: hematoma, inflammatory, soft callus, hard callus, and remodelling.

    Bone Healing - Stages

    • Hematoma: A blood clot forms at the fracture site after injury, rich in factors like VEGF that initiate the inflammatory response.
    • Inflammatory phase: Infiltration of neutrophils and macrophages clears debris, and inflammatory cytokines recruit other cells and stimulate angiogenesis.
    • Soft callus: A bridge of soft callus forms as fibroblasts and chondrocytes lay down a fibrocartilaginous matrix.
    • Hard callus: The soft callus becomes mineralized, forming a stiffer bridge of callus.
    • Remodelling: Woven bone is gradually replaced with lamellar bone, forming along stress lines.

    Bone Healing - Timeline (in context of Physiological Processes)

    • 12 hours: Blood clot and fibrous exudate collect between bone fragments.
    • 24 hours: Inflammation begins with neutrophil and macrophage infiltration.
    • 48 hours: Granulation tissue formation starts.
    • 5 days: Bone formation begins.
    • 3 weeks: Fibrous union and primary callus formation.
    • 6 weeks: Fibrous shell of external callus with bone ends joined by woven bone.
    • 6 weeks to 6 months: Formation of secondary callus and remodeling.

    Bone Healing - Main Cells Involved

    • Osteoclasts: Bone-resorbing cells that break down bone tissue.
    • Osteoblasts: Bone-forming cells that produce new bone matrix.
    • Chondroblasts: Cartilage-forming cells that produce the soft callus.
    • Fibroblasts: Connective tissue-forming cells that produce the early soft callus.
    • Osteocytes: Mature bone cells that maintain bone tissue and regulate bone remodeling.
    • Macrophages: Immune cells that clear debris and recruit other cells for repair.
    • Endothelial cells: Blood vessel-forming cells that create new blood vessels for healing.

    Bone Healing - Pathophysiology

    • Factors affecting bone healing include:
      • Injury variables (severity, open fracture, soft tissue interposition, blood supply damage)
      • Patient variables (age, nutrition, systemic hormones)
      • Tissue variables (type of bone, bone necrosis, disease)
      • Treatment variables (stabilizing the fracture, restoring segments).
    • Primary vs. secondary healing:
      • Primary healing: No movement (rigid internal fixation) leads to direct healing of bone.
      • Secondary healing: Movement present leads to healing through intermediate stages.

    Dental Tissue Healing

    • Labile cells: Continuously dividing cells (e.g., skin, oral mucosa).
    • Stable cells: Divide under certain conditions (e.g., liver, pancreas).
    • Permanent cells: Do not divide (e.g., brain, heart).
    • Wound healing stages: Hemostasis, Inflammation, Proliferation, Remodeling.

    Oral Mucosa Healing

    • Heals with minimal scarring.
    • The tongue heals quickly with little inflammation due to altered TGF-B.
    • Reasons for rapid healing:
      • Distinct fibroblast phenotype
      • Bacteria stimulate wound healing
      • Moist environment and saliva (high in epidermal growth factor)
      • Rapid but transient inflammation
      • Rapid remodeling

    Wound Healing in Periodontology and Endodontics

    • Chronic gingivitis: Bacterial plaque in the gingival sulcus leads to hyperplasia, superficial diluted capillaries, and a chronic inflammatory response.
    • Periodontal disease (perio): Bacterial plaque, metabolic waste, and endotoxin damage the gingival tissue, leading to neutrophil release of lysosomal enzymes, further destruction, and a balance of tissue turnover.
    • Objectives of periodontal treatment: Eliminate factors causing PD, smooth root surfaces, and guide tissue regeneration.
    • Healing the periodontium: Cells attached to the root proliferate more.

    Down Syndrome

    • Occurs in 1/1800 births, caused by trisomy 21 with three copies of the 21st chromosome.
    • Causes a range of physical and cognitive challenges.
    • Facial characteristics: Small folded ears, Brushfield spots, flat nasal bridge, short neck, epicanthal fold.
    • Physical characteristics: Short stature, mid-face hypoplasia, widely spaced eyes, short and broad neck, clinodactyly, simian palmar creases.

    Health Challenges Faced by People with Down Syndrome

    • Congenital heart defects: Mitral valve prolapse, increased risk of arrhythmias, emboli, and infective endocarditis.
    • Early onset pulmonary hypertension: Low number of alveoli and impaired endothelial function.
    • Seizures: Occur in 5-13% of individuals.
    • Cataracts: Occur in 3% of individuals.
    • Hearing loss: Common issue.
    • Immune defects: Increased susceptibility to infections.
    • Gastric reflux: Erosion, tube feeding, and decreased saliva production.
    • Obesity: Increased susceptibility to weight gain.

    Dental Problems in Down Syndrome

    • Macroglossia
    • Thick, dry, fissured lips
    • Increased rate of Candida infections
    • Aphthous ulceration
    • Malocclusions
    • Protrusive mandible, Class 3 malocclusion, small molars, high and short palate
    • Cleft palate
    • Delayed eruption

    Tooth Development Abnormalities in Down Syndrome

    • Missing primary and permanent teeth
    • Smaller crown and root size
    • Unusual tooth shapes
    • Hypoplasia (pitted enamel)
    • Decreased caries risk but increased periodontal risk
    • Bruxism

    Strategies for Providing Oral Care

    • Tailor care plans to individual needs to address specific challenges.
    • Implement regular oral hygiene practices.
    • Provide specialized dental hygiene education.
    • Use appropriate dental tools and techniques.
    • Collaborate with healthcare professionals for optimal oral health management..

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