Pathology Of Periodontium Flashcards
Gingivitis around an implant is called
Peri- Implant Mucositis
100% of the population has gingivitis by the 6th decade of life
True
Puberty gingivitis occurs in what age range
9-14 years of age and declines after 17!
Due to better hygiene females experience less gingivitis
True
Gingivitis risk in females is increased by
Pregnancy and contraceptive usage
Mouth breather have an increased risk/frequency of gingivitis that
Presents a unique pattern where facial gingiva is smooth, swollen and red
What is Marginal gingivitis?
Gingivitis confined to the free gingiva area
What is papillary gingivitis?
Gingivitis confined to the interdental papillae
Chronic Hyperplastic Gingivitis
Present with secondary edema or fibrosis, bleeding and exudate in conjunction with chronic inflammation
LJSGH stands for
Localized Juvenile Spongiotic Gingival Hyperplasia
What is LJSGH?
Not plaque or hormone related. Bleeds easily on manipulation and appears small bright red, velvety, and papillary
What is the number one sight to fight LJSGH?
The Maxillary facial Gingiva!
LJSGH has a predilection for
Females over males mostly around the ages of 12
Diagnosis of the image below?
Localized Juvenile Spongiotic Gingiva Hyperplasia
What are the names for Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis?
Vincent’s Infection
Trench Mouth
ANUG
What is responsible causant bacteria for NUG?
Fusiform bacteria/spirochetes
Plasma Cell gingivitis
Can be caused by herbal or cinnamon toothpaste, mouthwash with alcohol, mint candy, peppers
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Plasma Cell gingivitis
How do you treat Plasma Cell Gingivitis
Topical Steroids but many don’t need it!
What are some causes of Granulomatous Gingivitis
Debri of Dental materials …. amalgam dust. Prophy Paste etcetera
What is the diagnosis?
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Granulomatous Gingivitis