Gingival tissue appearance Flashcards
1
Q
What are the four key features observed in
healthy gingival tissue?
A
Contour, colour, consistency & texture
2
Q
Gingival margin contour can be described as…
A
Rolled/recession/cleft(s)
3
Q
Healthy papillae are…
A
Sharp/pointed
4
Q
Bulbous papillae is a sign of…
A
Gingival inflammation
5
Q
In cases where gingival inflammation is present, the gingival consistency can be…
A
Fluid filled (oedmatous)
6
Q
Loss/lack of stippling is not always…
A
A sign of gingival inflammation
7
Q
Contour of papillae can be described as…
A
Bulbous, blunted or cratered
8
Q
Presence of exudate is…
A
Pus
