Perio Quiz Questions Flashcards
As a general rule, bone loss is greater than it appears in the radiographs. What percentage of bone mineral density is lost before it is detected radiographically?
30%
Symmetrical evidence of radiographic bone loss on both the mesial and distal surfaces of contiguous teeth means there is also horizontal bone loss on the facial and lingual surfaces.
False
Heavy calculus deposits can be seen radiographically. The presence of radiographically visible calculus means calculus is probably present clinically.
Both True
The best radiograph to use to help visualize bone loss in patients with moderate to severe periodontitis is the:
vertical bitewing
The medication most associated with enlarged tissues in areas of gingivitis is:
calcium channel blocker medication for hypertension
amlodipine
Nifedipine
calcium channel blocker
The amount of calculated attachment loss associated with moderate periodontitis as described by Armitage is:
3-4 mm
When probing a patient you obtain the following findings on the facial of tooth #11: the free gingival margin is 3mm coronal to the CEJ and the total probing depth is 9mm. How much attachment loss (CAL) does this site have?
6 mm
The patient’s preferences and expectations are not a necessary factor in definitive treatment planning.
false
he normal progression of bone loss is generally ____ per year.
0.1 mm
An ideal sulcus ranges ____ mm in depth.
1-3 mm
Compared to nonsurgical periodontal therapy, periodontal probing is a non-invasive procedure. If a patient HHx shows indications for implementing the guidelines for prophylactic antibiotic it is not necessary at the examination appointment, but only prior to scaling and root planing.
both false
The extent of periodontal disease is generalized when the percentage of sites with inflammation/destruction is:
greater than 30%
Identify which of the following factors are associated with Dental Plaque-Induced Gingival Diseases
Associated with dental plaque biofilm
Modified by medications
Modified by malnutrition
Modified by systemic factors
Which of the following statements is most incorrect with regards to radiographs and periodontal disease?
- Radiographs can be used to make a definitive diagnosis of furcation involvement.
- Radiographs are useful in making estimates of interproximal bone loss.
- Radiographs aid in making a prognosis regarding periodontal disease.
- Radiographs are important in helping to determine root length in patients with periodontal disease.
-Radiographs can be used to make a definitive diagnosis of furcation involvement.
