dental pathology Flashcards
1
Q
what are 5 forms of dental pathology
A
- tooth decay
- abcess
- bone loss
- impaction
- fracture
2
Q
how do abscesses affect the mouth
A
- painful
- damage surrounding tissue
- grow rapidly
3
Q
what is periodontal disease + cause
A
- bacterial infection of gums and bone around teeth
- due to sticky bacteria/plaque coats teeth at and below gum tissue
- bacteria triggers inflammation leading to bone loss and packet formation around teeth
4
Q
how might you tell there is periodontal disease from a radiograph
A
- bone level at the gum dips inwards/reduced
5
Q
what view can be used to see if teeth has changed pathway of normal erruption
A
occlusal
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