Understanding Perio Chart and Prophy Procedures
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What pocket depth in the gums typically indicates healthy gums?

  • 4-6mm
  • 10mm+
  • 7-9mm
  • 1-3mm (correct)

What is Prophylaxis known as in layman's terms?

  • Surgical procedure
  • Restorative treatment
  • Preventative cleaning (correct)
  • Orthodontic intervention

What is the main difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?

  • Bone loss and connective tissue loss (correct)
  • Scaling and root planing
  • Inflammation and infection
  • Plaque and tartar buildup

Which type of cleaning is used for patients with gingivitis?

<p>Debridement (D4355) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Debridement involve?

<p>Removing plaque and calculus from teeth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'FMX' is used in conjunction with which dental assessment tool to detect gum disease?

<p>'Perio' chart (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Prophy' cleaning involves removing which substances from teeth?

<p>'Tartar' and stains (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of cleaning is performed every six months unless there is significant buildup?

<p>Prophylaxis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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