Periodontal Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is periodontitis?
A
Gingival inflammation leading to the destruction of the connective tissue, apical migration of the junctional epithelium, bone loss and true pocket formation.
2
Q
Can periodontitis be reversed?
A
No, it is irreversible.
Gingivitis is reversible.
3
Q
What causes periodontitis?
A
An immune reaction to plaque.
4
Q
What is a pellicle?
A
A film composed of proteins from the saliva that covers the teeth.
5
Q
What is CAL used to measure?
A
Bone loss
