chpt 5: local factors Flashcards
definition of biofilm
A multispecies community of microorganisms that adhere to each other and a surface and are encased in an extracellular matrix. The extracellular matrix is a complex polymeric substance that protects the microorganisms from environmental stresses. Bacteria living in a biofilm have a different physiology from free-living bacteria and are more difficult to eradicate with antibiotics. Dental plaque is the prototypical example of a biofilm.
define Calculus
A hard concretion that forms on teeth or dental prostheses through calcification of microbial plaque.
define cemental tears
A specific type of root surface fracture and characterized by the detachment of a cemental fragment.
define cementicles
Calcified spherical bodies (0.2 to 0.3 mm) composed of cementum lying free within the periodontal ligament, attached to the cementum, or embedded within it
how does bacteria attach to the tooth
in the biofilm, through van der Waals forces, glycocalyx, and glycoprotein receptors within a salivary pellicle and negative surface charges mediated by teichoic acid of gram-positive bacteria
composition of supra versus sub gingival calculus
supra: high conc of carbonate and Mn
sub: high conc of Ca, Mg, and F; irregular distribution of F
mineral content of supra vesus sub gingival calculus
supra: 37%
sub: 58%
source of minerals for supra and sub
supra: saliva
sub: GCF
crystal type in supra and sub
supra: octacalcium phosphate and hydroxyapetite
sub: whitlockite
formation of supra versus sub
supra: heterogenous nucleation and crystal growth; variable calcification
sub: heterogenous nucleation and crystal growth; homogenous calcification
microorganisms in supra versus sub
supra: more filamentous, faster growing
sub: less filamentous, slower growing
morphology of supra versus sub
supra: heterogenous with small needle-shaped; large-ribbon-like; and bundle/rosettes crystals
sub: several crystal types like spiny, crusty, nodular, ledge/ring, individual islands, smooth veneers, and finger/fern-like
pathogenic potential of supra versus sub
supra: little evidence
sub: associated with perio disease
modes of calculus attachment according to zander 1953
1) secondary cuticle
2) direct attachment into irregularities of cementum * 20%
3) penetration into cementum *10%
4) mechanical retention in areas of resorption
what is the favored site for calculus formation?
CEJ
define enamel pearl
A focal mass of enamel that has formed apical to the CEJ and is typically located in the areas between the roots of molars
Define enamel projection
An apical extension of enamel, usually toward a furcation.
May prevent true attachment of periodontal ligament fibers upon the root surface
modes of attachment according to canis
Canis et al rejected the possibility that microorganisms can penetrate the cementum surface and considered this phenomenon as an artifact due to superimposition of a detached cementum onto the tooth structure during sample preparation. These findings were confirmed using light microscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM).
grade I CEP (Masters and Hoskins)
A distinct change in CEJ attitude with enamel project- ing toward the bifurcation.
grade II CEP (Masters and Hoskins)
Enamel projection approaching the furcation but not actually making contact with it.
grade III CEP (Masters and Hoskins)
Enamel projection extending into the furcation proper.
prevalence of CEP in mandibular molars
28.6%