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What is the primary defining feature of gingivitis?
What is the primary defining feature of gingivitis?
- Presence of deep pocketing in the periodontal tissue
- Irreversible destruction of the periodontal structure
- Bacterial infection confined to the gingiva (correct)
- Absence of any bacterial infection
Which histological change is most characteristic of periodontitis?
Which histological change is most characteristic of periodontitis?
- Reversible inflammation of gingival tissues
- Irreversible destruction of supporting structures (correct)
- Presence of healthy epithelium
- Thickening of the epithelial layer
What is 'true pocketing' in periodontal assessment?
What is 'true pocketing' in periodontal assessment?
- A condition where there is no attachment loss
- A space between the tooth and the tissue resulting from attachment loss (correct)
- A pocket that is caused by gingival enlargement
- A normal space found in healthy gums
Which symptom is most commonly associated with gingivitis?
Which symptom is most commonly associated with gingivitis?
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What most accurately describes the relationship between gingivitis and periodontitis?
What most accurately describes the relationship between gingivitis and periodontitis?
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Which clinical feature is indicative of periodontal health?
Which clinical feature is indicative of periodontal health?
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What is NOT a characteristic of periodontitis?
What is NOT a characteristic of periodontitis?
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Which clinical appearance is commonly observed in gingivitis?
Which clinical appearance is commonly observed in gingivitis?
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Study Notes
Gingivitis
- Inflammation of the gingiva (gums)
- Primary defining feature: Reversible inflammation of the gingiva, not involving the periodontal ligament or alveolar bone
Periodontitis
- Most characteristic histological change: Bone loss
- Progressive disease, caused by bacteria.
- Leads to destruction of the tooth-supporting structures such as the periodontium.
True Poketing
- True pocketing: The formation of a periodontal pocket when the junctional epithelium migrates coronally along the tooth root surface, resulting in a space or pocket. This is a hallmark of periodontitis.
Symptoms of Gingivitis
- Most common symptom: Bleeding upon probing
Gingivitis and Periodontitis
- Relationship: Gingivitis can progress to periodontitis if not treated
Periodontal Health
- Clinical feature: Stable, firm gingiva with no bleeding on probing
Characteristics of Periodontitis
- Not a characteristic: Tooth mobility, sensitivity
- The above characteristics might be present due to the inflammation of supportive structures.
Clinical Appearance of Gingivitis
- Common appearance: Red, swollen, and bleeding gums
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