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What pocket depth in the gums typically indicates healthy gums?
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?
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?
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?
Which type of cleaning is used for patients with gingivitis?
What does Debridement involve?
What does Debridement involve?
'FMX' is used in conjunction with which dental assessment tool to detect gum disease?
'FMX' is used in conjunction with which dental assessment tool to detect gum disease?
'Prophy' cleaning involves removing which substances from teeth?
'Prophy' cleaning involves removing which substances from teeth?
What type of cleaning is performed every six months unless there is significant buildup?
What type of cleaning is performed every six months unless there is significant buildup?