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| Definition of Periodontology |
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| The scientific study of the periodontium in health and disease |
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| Definition of Periodontium |
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| Tissues that invest and support the teeth including gingiva, alveolar mucosa, cementum, periodontal ligament, and alveolar and supporting bone |
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| What is the "hallmark" treatment of periodontology |
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| Name 2 examples of non-surgical therapy |
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1) Scaling and root planing
2) Local delivery of chemotherapeutics |
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| What are two possible uses of a gingivectomy |
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1) To remove excess gingiva
2) To re-contour existing gingiva |
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| Name 3 examples of resective surgery |
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1) Gingivectomy
2) Crown Lengthening
3) Osseous surgery |
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| Give an example of periodontal plastic surgery |
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| Give two goals of mucogingival surgery |
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1) To increase the width of keratinized gingiva
2) To add gingiva in areas where recession had occured (for root coverage) |
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| What is the main goal of regenerative surgery? |
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| To regenerate the bone, cementum, and periodontal ligament |
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| What are the 4 principal components of the periodontium? |
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1) Gingiva
2) PDL
3) Cementum
4) Alveolar bone |
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| The free gingival margin should sit _____ against the teeth. |
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| The gingiva is the portion of the masticatory mucosa that covers what? |
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1) The alveolar process of the jaws
2) The cervical portion of the teeth |
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| Attached gingiva is demarcated by ______ coronally and the _______ apically. |
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| Free gingival groove, mucogingival junction (MGJ) |
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| Attached gingiva is attached to _____ and ______ _______. |
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| The free gingival groove is the clinical correlate to the ______ of the ______. |
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| In health, attached gingiva is _______ in appearance ("cobblestoney") |
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| Attached gingiva ____ _____ move, and ______ masticatory function. |
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| There usually is about _____ mm between the CEJ and the start of the alveolar bone. This leaves space for the soft tissue of the gingiva to sit. |
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| What is the keratinization status of the oral epithelium? |
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| keratinized or parakeratinized |
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| Which epithelial layer is keratinized or parakeratinized? |
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| Which epithelial layer is non-keratinized and is relatively impermeable to passage of fluids and cells? |
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| Which epithelial layer is non-keratinized but is semi-permeable and allows white blood cells to exit through to the sulcus as a defense mechanism? |
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| Besides white blood cells, what other fluid enters the sulcus to bath this area? |
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| Name the 4 layers of the oral epithelium, with most superficial first. |
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stratum corneum
stratum granulosum
stratum spinosum
stratum basale |
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Which layer of the oral epithelium sits against the basement menbrane
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| The lining of the mouth is made up of ______ ______. |
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| Give 3 characteristics of alveolar mucosa that help differentiate it from gingiva |
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1) alveolar mucosa is non-keratinized, stratified, squamous epithelium
2) subepithelial connective tissue is loosely attached to periosteum (bone)
3) minor salivary glands may be present |
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| What is the main advantage of the undulations of the oral epithelium? |
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| They provide increased surface area, allowing for stronger attachment of the gingival fibers |
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| What is the main function of the PDL |
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| To ensure attachment of the tooth root to the alveolar bone. |
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| The dentogingival junction is a functional unit composed of gingival ______ _______ and ________ attachment. |
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| connective tissue, epithelium |
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| Which structures attaches the junctional epithelium to the tooth? |
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| A collar-like band of stratified squamous non-keratinized epithelium is a description of what? |
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| Which epithelial layer has two distinct basal laminas? |
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_______ _________ is the most permeable of any epithelium in the oral cavity
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| Junctional epithelium separates the ______ ______ from the oral environment |
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| At the bottom of the sulcus, the JE is approximately _____ cells thick, and narrows _____ to just a few cells. |
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| Which epithelial layer has the highest turnover rate of cells in order to maintain attachment to the tooth. |
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| The lamina ____ is the layer that attaches to the epithelium |
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| The internal basal lamina connects to the _____, while the external basal lamina connects to the ______. |
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tooth
gingival connective tissue |
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| Gingival connective tissue is a lamina _____ of densely packed ______ and ______ fibers, with only scant _____ and ______ fibers |
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propria
collage
reticular
elastic
oxytalan |
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What type of collagen is primarily found in gingival connective tissue?
What percent is this collagen in the CT? |
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| T/F: The lamina propria has no submucosa |
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| Name the 5 gingival fiber groups |
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Alveologingival
Dentogingival
Dentoperiosteal
Circular
Transeptal |
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Name the gingival fiber group
arise from the alveolar crest and insert coronally into the lamina propria |
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Name the gingival fiber group
Extends from cementum (tooth) just apical to base of JE and to connective tissue of free and attached gingiva |
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Name the gingival fiber group
From cervical cementum (passes over crest) to periosteum |
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Name the gingival fiber group
Encircles tooth |
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Name the gingival fiber group
horizontal fibers that extend between teeth |
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| The depth of the gingival sulcus varies from _____ mm. |
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| The periodontal pocket refers to the space between the ________ gingiva and the _____. |
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| Name the 4 classic signs of inflammation |
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redness (erythema)
swelling (edema)
heat
pain |
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| Name 3 major vascular changes related to inflammation |
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Increase in vascular diameter
Leukocyte emigration and accumulation
Increase in vascular permeability |
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Which cell is one of the first critical cells that is at site of infection?
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| Name 3 functions of inflammation in fighting infection |
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Deliver effector molecules/cells
Physical barrier, counter spread of infection
Promote and initiate repair |
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| Give 2 examples of pro-inflammatory cytokines |
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| What are 4 possible outcomes of acute inflammation? |
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Resolution
Abscess
Scar
Chronic |
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| While varying greatly, the average width of the PDL is _______. |
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If tooth is not in function (has no opposing tooth, etc.) then we would expect the PDL to be _______.
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| Another name for the radiopaque (whiter) line that represents the layer of alveolar bone proper (cortical lining of the socket) |
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| Name the 5 functions of the PDL |
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Formative
Supportive
Nutritive
Sensory
Protective |
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A viable PDL will always contain which 3 types of cells?
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| cementoblasts, fibroblasts, and osteoblasts. |
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| Which cells help repopulation (with phenotypic induction) of the cementoblasts, osteoblasts, and fibroblasts in the PDL? |
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| Mesenchymal progenitor cells |
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Epithelial cells in the PDL are remnants of the _____ _____ and are found in islands called _____ __ _______.
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root sheeth
Rests of Malessez |
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It is theorized that the ________ _____ in the Rests of Malassez can turn on during periodontitis state and can contribute to the pathology.
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| Name the 5 principle fibers of the PDL |
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Alveolar crestal group
Horizontal group
Oblique group
Apical group
Interradicular group
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Principle Fibers of the PDL
Eminates from the crest of the bone and goes to the cementum |
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Principle Fibers of the PDL
Located on the coronal aspect of the PDL and may run perpendicular from the bone to the cementum
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Principle Fibers of the PDL
Connection is more apical on the tooth than the bone connection
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Principle Fibers of the PDL
Radiate from the apex of the tooth
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Principle Fibers of the PDL
Only found in multi-rooted teeth. Runs from the crest of the bone to the furcal roof of multi-rooted teeth.
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| What is the main function of cementum? |
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| To anchor the periodontal ligament fibers to the tooth. |
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| What is derived from ectomesenchymal cells from the dental sac (follicle)? |
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| Cementum is _______% inorganic (hydroxyapetite) and ________ % organic and water |
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| The majority of people (60-65%) have _______ that slightly overlaps _______ at the CEJ |
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| What are the three types of cells found in cementum? |
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Cementoblasts
Cementocytes
Cementoclasts |
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| Cementoblasts are _______ shaped cells |
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| Which cells manufacture matrix composed of Type I collagen, proteoglycans, glycoproteins, and GAGs? |
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| _______ allow for communication between different cementocytes |
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| Large multinucleated cells that are located in Howship's lacunae |
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| _______ cementum is considered the primary cementum - it is laid down along the dentin surface |
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| _______ cementum is less calcified than _______ cementum. |
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| Type of cementum that is located at the apical aspect of the root and has bone like character |
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| Type of cementum that has Sharpey's fibers embedded in it |
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| Acellular cementum is found in the apical ___ to ___ of the root. |
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| Cementocytes are generally trapped in which type of cementum? |
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| Formation of cementum beings during _____ formation |
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| Differentiation of ____________ cells into cementoblasts is involved in cementogenesis. |
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| Mineralization during cementogenesis begins at the ____________. |
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| cemento-dentinal junction |
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| T/F: Cementum has the ability to repair itself |
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| Bone is derived from ___________ from the dental sac (follicle) |
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| Bone is approximately ____% inorganic and ____% organic. |
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| Osteoblasts are derived from _____________ cells |
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| Osteoblasts are __________ ______ shaped cells |
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| Which cells synthesize collagenous and noncollagenous products such as proteoglycans and glycoproteins? |
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Osteocytes are derived from ___________ cells
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| Osteocytes are _________ _______ cells (shape) |
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| Osteocytes communicate with adjacent cells through radiating processes within _______. |
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| Osteoclasts are derived from __________ _____ cells |
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| Osteoclasts can be described as ___________ _____ cells. |
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| Which type of bone contains no blood vessels so nutrients diffuse from adjacent bone marrow. |
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| Cancellous, spongy, or trabecular bone (synonyms) |
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| In compact bone, formation continues and blood vessels are trapped in ______ ____. |
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| Need recession of the ______ bone in order to see bone loss radiographically |
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| Woven, or bundle bone, is arranged adjacent to the ________ _____ and has thin lamellae arranged _____ to the root. |
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periodontal ligament
parallel |
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Name the 3 components of the alveolar bone process
These components of bone are classified by _______ and not by ____. |
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1) Alveolar bone proper
2) Supporting bone
3) Interdental septa
location, type |
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| Alveolar bone proper is also called _______ _____, ______ ______, or ______ bone |
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| cribiform plate, lamina dura, bundle |
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| The periodontal ligament fibers (Sharpey's fibers) are embedded in this component of the alveolar bone process |
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| Supporting bone contains an outer layer of ______ bone on the ______ and _____ surface of the maxilla and mandible |
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| cortical, buccal, lingual |
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| Supporting bone has an inner zone of cancellous bone which supports the ______ _____ ________. |
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| This bone component of the alveolar bone process separates the roots of adjacent teeth |
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The periosteum is a connective tissue that is closely bound to the bone and two layers. What are they?
Which layer contains cells that have the ability to differentiate into osteoblasts? |
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1) Outer - fibrous layer
2) Inner - cellular layer
Cellular layer |
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| Type of bone formation using a cartilage template |
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| Type of bone formation that does not use a cartilage template (using membrane template) |
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| The mineralization of _____ and _______ are very similar as they are made up of similar cells |
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Feedback between ________ and ________ is necessary to get osteoclasts to begin absorbing bone
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| __________ contain PTH receptors |
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| Reversal lines form as a result of _______ and _______ of bone or cementum |
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| Name two age related changes of cementum |
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1) Decreased cell and fiber content with age
2) The amount of cementum increases with age |
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| With increasing age, bone shows ________ vascularity, cells, and fibers, a _________ in healing capacity and metabolic rate, and an _______ or _______ in density. |
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| decreased, reduction, increase or decrease |
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Which phase of passive eruption?
Base of the gingival sulcus and the junctional epithelium are on the enamel |
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Which phase of passive eruption?
Base of the gingival sulcus in on the enamel, and part of the junctional epithelium is on the root |
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Which phase of passive eruption?
Base of the gingical sulcus is at the cementoenamel line, and the entire juntional epithelium is on the root |
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Which phase of passive eruption?
Base of the gingival sulcus and the junctional epithelium are on the root |
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| _____ or more species of bacteria have been found in the oral cavity. |
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| This disease is a form of traumatic injury that involves scratching or gouging of the gingiva and is usually present in individuals with emotional issues. |
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| Name 2 effects of toothbrush abrasion |
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1) Gingival recession
2) Notching of the roots which increases plaque retention |
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| This injury involves scratching or gouging of the gingiva and is caused by improper flossing |
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| Mouth breathing can lead to ______ gingiva and ________ of the gingiva. |
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| Chemical irritation can be associated with which three etiological agents |
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1) Aspirin
2) Mouth rinses
3) Toothpaste |
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| _______ is an acid, so if it sits against the gingiva it can cause _________ of the tissue. |
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| Aspirin, burning (sloughing off) |
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| Name one significant effect of using smokeless tobacco |
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| Vast gingival recession where tobacco is placed |
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| Give two examples of occlusal traumatism |
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| A bony exostosis can arise due to what? |
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| Clenching and/or grinding |
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| The body's defensive mechanism against injury or infection |
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| Inflammation of the gingiva |
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| Inflammation of the supporting tissues of the teeth. Usually a progressive destructive change leading to a loss of bone and PDL. An extension of inflammation from the gingiva into the adjacent bone and PDL. |
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| Name 3 broad classes of gingival irritants |
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1) Physical
2) Chemical
3) Microbiological |
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| Name 3 types of inflammation |
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1) Acute
2) Chronic
3) Chronic granulomatous |
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| An exudative response is generally associated with which type of inflammation |
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| _____ is an example of an exudate associated with acute inflammation. It is made up of which first responder cells? |
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| In chronic inflammation, which type of cell is very common as part of the proliferative response? |
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Despite all 3 types of inflammation looking different, we still see the ______ ______ of inflammation for all three.
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| Which type of inflammation is associated with recruitment of macrophages, an epithelioid, and giant cell formation? |
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| List the objects of the inflammatory reaction |
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1) Gather cells for phagocytosis at the site of the injury
2) Gather antibodies
3) Neutralize and dilute the irritant (edema)
4) Limit the spread of the inflammation (fibrosis)
5) Initiate repair |
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| Name 4 stages of inflammation |
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Vascular response
Cellular response
Chemical mediators
Immune response |
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| List the 3 effects of the vascular response of inflammation |
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1) Increase blood flow
2) Sticking of WBCs to the capillary walls
3) Migration of leukocytes through the capillary walls and chemotaxis of granulocytes slowly replaced by monocytes |
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| List the main effect of the cellular response of inflammation |
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| Name the chemical mediators associated with inflammation |
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Histamine
Serotonin
SRS-A
Bradykinin |
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| Diapedesis refers to what? |
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| Emigration of leukocytes or movement into blood circulation |
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| Fibrin deposition during inflammation is important for what? |
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| Helps the body in ability to repair |
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| The main function of neutrophils is to _____ and _______ bacteria. |
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| Chemotaxis refers to what? |
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| Accumulation of cells at injured sites during inflammation response |
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| Name the 5 cardinal signs of inflammation |
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Erythema
Edema
Pain
Temperature
Loss of function |
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| The cardinal sign of pain may be caused by what? |
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| Inflammatory mediators lowering the pain threshold for sensory nerves or increasing pressure due to build up |
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| Tissue that is thickened in the attached gingiva region can be referred to as being _______. Which patients is this most commonly seen in? |
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| Fibrotic, most commonly seen in patients who smoke cigarettes. |
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| In health, the shape of the interdental papilla should be _________. |
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| Describe the appearance of punched out interdental papilla |
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| Instead of looking like a pyramid peak or knife edge, the interdental papilla would look like an inverted U. |
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In the case of retracted gingival tissue, a significant amount of calculus built up on the root surface that prevent what?
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| This may prevent the soft tissues from being able to attach to the tooth properly. |
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Mobility of teeth and pathological migration can lead to alterations in ________.
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