Periodontal Abscesses

Question 1

what is a periodontal abscess?

Answer 1

localized accumulation of pus within the periodontal tissues

distinguished by location (either gingival or periodontal AND by course of disease (acute or chronic)

Question 2

what is being described below?

a periodontal abscess that is confined to the marginal gingiva and that often occurs in previously healthy gingival areas

Answer 2

a gingival abscess

Question 3

what is being described below?

a deeper infection associated with periodontal pockets, furcations and bone loss

Answer 3

a periodontal abscess

Question 4

fistula

Answer 4

an abnormal channel (the sinus tract) that connects the abscess to another space or to the surface

Question 5

storage of avulsed teeth during transportation for trmt (6- in order from most important to least)

Answer 5

replace in socket
store in physiologic saline
store in cold, fresh milk
place in individuals mouth, either under the tongue or in the cheek
store in warm saltwater
store in tap water