Carranza Flashcards
What is the reported gingival sulcus depth?
Ch 3
1.8mm, range 0-6mm
What is the “col”?
Interdental gingiva that has a depression - identical to junctional epithelium (non-keratinized stratified squamous epithel)
Which of the following epithelial layers is composed of flat squamous cells (orthokeratinized):
a. stratum basale
b. stratum spinosum
c. stratum granulosum
d. stratum corneum
Ch 3
stratum corneum - flat squamous eosinophilic cells without nuclei (orthokeratinization)
all distinct keratinized epithelial strata in process of keratinization
What types of epithelium are reported to have Langerhans cells important for the local immune response?
Ch 3
Gingival epithelium and sulcular epithelium
not found in junctional epithelium
What layer connects the epithelium to underlying connective tissue, and what collegen type predominates?
Ch 3
basal lamina, type IV collagen
What type of epithelial cells make up sulcular epithelium?
Ch 3
Non keratinized
How many layers thick can junctional epithelium be?
Ch 3
20 layers stratified squamous nonkeratinizing epithelium
How is junctional epithelium formed?
Ch 3
formed by the confluence of the oral epithelium and the reduced enamel epithelium during tooth eruption
REE not essential for its formation; in fact, the junctional epithelium is completely restored after pocket instrumentation or surgery, and it forms around an implant
What are the turnover rates for palate/tongue/cheek oral epithelium and gingival epithelium?
Ch 3
5-6 days; 10-12 days respectively
The turnover of the junctional epithelium is 1 -6 days
What cells produce sulcular (crevicular) fluid?
Ch 3
The main route of the gingival fluid diffusion is through the basement membrane, through the relatively wide intercellular spaces of the junctional epithelium, and then into the sulcus
What are the 4 functions of crevicular/gingival fluid?
Ch 3
(1) cleanse material from the sulcus; (2) contain plasma proteins that may improve adhesion of the epithelium to the tooth; (3) possess antimicrobial properties; and (4) exert antibody activity to defend the gingiva.
What are the 6 types of PDL fibers?
Ch 3
transseptal, alveolar crest, horizontal, oblique, apical, and interradicular fibers
What amount of dentin thickness is thought to decrease chances of pulpitis?
Ch 46 Endo-perio lesions
2mm
Define a class 1 perio-endo lesion?
Ch 46 Endo-perio lesions
Primary endodontic comprmise causing secondary periodontal disease
Define class 2 perio-endo lesion?
Ch 46 Endo-perio lesions
Primary periodontisis with HBL that causes secondary pulpitis from apex
Define class 3 perio-endo lesion?
Ch 46 Endo-perio lesions
Too advanced to tell if primary endo or perio, or the two happen simultaneously
What are the two theories for shock absorption of the PDL?
Ch 3
Tensional theory - that ligament fibers tranfer the shock from tooth to bone
Viscoelastic theroy - extracellular fluid transfers the shock to the lacunae of bone, with ligaments playing secondary role
Where is the axis of rotation for single rooted teeth and multi-rooted teeth respectively?
Ch 3
Single: between apical third and middle third of the root
Multi: the bone between roots
What nerve endings are present in the PDL to sense pressure, tactile and pain sensations?
Ch 3
(1) free endings, which have a treelike configuration and carry pain sensation
(2) Ruffini-like mechanoreceptors, which are located primarily in the apical area
(3) coiled Meissner corpuscles and mechanoreceptors, which are found mainly in the midroot region
(4) spindle-like pressure and vibration endings, primarily apical
What are the two main sources of collagen fibers in cementum?
Ch 3
(1) Sharpey fibers (extrinsic, from fibroblasts) – Type III collagen appears to coat the type I collagen of the Sharpey fibers
(2) Intrinsic fibers of cementum
What is the inorganic content % of cementum?
Ch 3
45-50%
What is the alveolar process?
CH 3
the portion of the maxilla and mandible that forms and supports the tooth sockets (alveoli)
What are the histologic layers of the alveolar process?
CH 3
- An external plate of cortical bone is formed by haversian bone and compacted bone lamellae.
- The inner socket wall of thin, compact bone called the alveolar bone proper is seen as the lamina dura in radiographs.
- Cancellous trabeculae between these two compact layers act as supporting alveolar bone
What are the 4 events in bone resorption?
Ch 3
- Attachment of osteoclasts to the mineralized surface of bone
- Creation of a sealed acidic environment through the action of the proton pump, which demineralizes bone and exposes the organic matrix
- Degradation of the exposed organic matrix to its constituent amino acids via the action of released enzymes (e.g., acid phosphatase, cathepsin)
- Sequestering of mineral ions and amino acids within the osteoclast
What is bundle bone?
Ch 3
Bundle bone is the term given to bone adjacent to the periodontal ligament that contains a great number of Sharpey fibers. Localized within the alveolar bone proper
How does plaque biolfilm adhere to teeth?
Ch 8
Binding of the bacterial species to receptors of the pellicle, then creating a nascent surface and acting as a bridge for additional species
There are primary and secondary colonizing species – Biofilm maturation is a highly specific event that involves a nonrandom aggregation of different bacteria.
Above what surface roughness will plaque begin to adhere?
Ch 8
Ra ≈ 0.2 µm
However, smoothness below this threshold does not decrease plaque adherence more - tapers off once this smooth
How much more resistant to ABX are biolfilm bacteria?
Ch 8
Almost without exception, organisms in a biofilm are 1000 to 1500 times more resistant as compared with antibiotics in their planktonic state
Saliva contains many components of the oral cavity’s innate immune response. What do the follow components do?
Mucin
Histatins
Lactoferrin
Ch 7
Mucin - inhibits agglutination and therefore adherence of bacteria to form biofilm
Histatins - inhibit virulence factors, neutrolizes LPS
Lactoferrin - inhibit bacterial cell growth
Saliva also contains specific immunoglobulin A antibodies to periodontal pathogens
What antibody is largely present in saliva?
Ch 7
IgA
What produces gingival crevicular fluid? And what does it contribute to the immune system in the mouth?
Ch 7
postcapillary venules of the gingival plexus
brings in PMNs, Abs, and compelement (innate)
flow increases with inflammation
What are the 3 groups of gingival fibers?
Ch 3
Gingivodental
Circular
Transseptal
What are the 3 sources of blood for the gingiva?
Ch 3
Supraperiosteal arterioles
Vessels of the periodontal ligament
Arterioles
How does RANK/RANKL/OPG regulate bone resorption?
Ch 7
RANKL binds to RANK and stimulates osteoclast differentiation and activation. OPG antagonizes this action by binding to RANKL and preventing it from binding to RANK.
The ratio of RANKL to OPG is important, with studies reporting higher levels of RANKL and lower levels of OPG in patients with advanced periodontitis compared with healthy controls
What bacteria make up the red complex of the microbiome?
Ch 8
P. gingivalis, T. forsythia, and T. denticola
These are secondary colonizers
What are the components of calculus?
Ch 13
Inorganic:
76% calcium phosphate
3% calcium carbonate
4% magnesium phosphate
2% carbon dioxide
Organic content: protein– polysaccharide complexes, desquamated epithelial cells, leukocytes, and various types of microorganisms
Calculus consists of mineralized bacterial plaque that forms on the surfaces of natural teeth and dental prostheses
What are the differences between suprabony and infrabony pockets?
Ch 23
Suprabony: base of pocket above alveolar bone, pattern of bone loss horizontal, transeptal fibers are horizontal
Infrabony: base of pocket is below alveolar bone, pattern of bone loss is vertical, transeptal fibers are obliqued
What % of volume of the junctional epithelium do PMNs (neutrophils) reach to cause detachment?
CH 23
60%
The degree of leukocyte infiltration of the junctional epithelium is independent of the volume of inflamed connective tissue; thus this process may occur in gingiva with only slight signs of clinical inflammation.
What antibody is largely present in saliva?
Ch 7
IgA
What produces gingival crevicular fluid (GCF)?
Ch 7
Postcapillary venules of the gingival plexus
What does GCF contribute to the immune system in the mouth?
Ch 7
Flushing ability of bacteria in sulcus
Neutrophils
Antibodies
What is the predominant T cell in stable periodontitis?
Ch 7
CD4+ Helper T cells
What is the main antibody to periodontal pathogens?
Ch 7
IgG
What role does RANK and RANKL play in periodontal disease?
Ch 7
Binding of RANKL to RANK results in osteoclast differentiation and activation and thus bone resorption
Which of the following is not a definitive microbial virulence factor?
a) Fimbriae
b) Lipopolysaccharides (LPS)
c) Adhesins
d) eDNA
ch 7
d) eDNA
In the context of periodontal health, which immune response is central to the host response to periodontal pathogens?
Ch 7
Innate immune response
Which layer of the acquired pellicle is difficult to remove as observed under transmission electron microscopy?
A) Thin basal layer
B) Thick globular layer
C) Salivary layer
D) Hard tissue layer
Ch 8
A) Thin basal layer
Which phase of colonization of teeth by bacteria involves specific interactions between microbial cell surface adhesin molecules and receptors in the salivary pellicle?
A) Phase 1: Transport to the surface
B) Phase 2: Initial reversible adhesion
C) Phase 3: Strong attachment
D) Phase 4: Biofilm formation
Ch 8
B) Phase 2: Initial reversible adhesion