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What does physiological mobility of a tooth refer to?
What does physiological mobility of a tooth refer to?
- Stabilization of a tooth within its alveolus
- Small force exerted on the crown of a tooth surrounded by a healthy and intact periodontium
- Loosening of a tooth due to injury or trauma
- Large force exerted on the crown of a tooth surrounded by a healthy and intact periodontium (correct)
What factors closely influence the mobility of teeth?
What factors closely influence the mobility of teeth?
- Height of the supporting bone, width of the periodontal ligament, shape of the root, number of roots (correct)
- Type of food consumed, frequency of tooth brushing, age of the individual, gender
- Type of dental floss used, brand of toothpaste, frequency of dental check-ups, type of mouthwash
- Size of the tooth, color of the crown, presence of dental caries, type of dental filling
When is the mobility of teeth greatest?
When is the mobility of teeth greatest?
- On arising in the morning (correct)
- After consuming hot beverages
- Before going to bed
- After a dental cleaning
What is the main difference between physiological and pathologic mobility of teeth?
What is the main difference between physiological and pathologic mobility of teeth?
What does physiological mobility of a tooth involve?
What does physiological mobility of a tooth involve?
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Physiological Mobility
Physiological Mobility
When a large force is applied to a tooth with healthy surrounding tissues, the tooth can move slightly. This tiny movement is called physiological mobility.
Factors Influencing Tooth Mobility
Factors Influencing Tooth Mobility
The amount of space between the tooth root and the bone socket, the firmness of the ligaments holding the tooth, and the shape of the root all affect how much a tooth can move.
When is Tooth Mobility Highest?
When is Tooth Mobility Highest?
When you wake up in the morning, your teeth are more likely to move slightly because your tissues have rested overnight.
Physiological vs. Pathological Mobility
Physiological vs. Pathological Mobility
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What Happens During Physiological Mobility?
What Happens During Physiological Mobility?
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Study Notes
Physiological Mobility of Teeth
- Physiological mobility of a tooth refers to the slight movement of a tooth within its socket due to the elasticity of the periodontal ligament and the flexibility of the alveolar bone.
- Factors that closely influence the mobility of teeth include age, sex, and the level of inflammation in the surrounding tissues.
- The mobility of teeth is greatest in the horizontal direction, especially during the night when the forces of the masticatory muscles are reduced.
- The main difference between physiological and pathologic mobility of teeth is that physiological mobility is a normal and adaptive response to function, whereas pathologic mobility is a sign of disease or injury.
- Physiological mobility of a tooth involves the slight movement of the tooth within its socket, which is necessary for the maintenance of healthy periodontal tissues and for the distribution of occlusal forces.
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Test your knowledge of tooth mobility with this quiz on the types of tooth mobility, including physiological and pathological mobility. Learn about the forces exerted on the tooth and its movement within the alveolus.
