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The Russell periodontal index is calculated by adding all the tooth scores and dividing by the number of teeth examined.

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Salivary gland stones, or sialoliths (calcified nodules), are most commonly found in the submandibular gland ducts (Wharton's ducts). This is due to several factors: the submandibular gland's saliva is more alkaline, has a higher concentration of calcium and phosphate, and the duct itself is longer and has a more complex, upward course, all of which contribute to the precipitation of salts and stone formation.

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The pancreas secretes specific enzyme inhibitors, such as trypsin inhibitor, to prevent the premature activation of pancreatic enzymes in the pancreas itself. These inhibitors are degraded in the duodenum when the enzymes encounter the higher pH, allowing the enzymes to become active and participate in the digestion of food. Additionally, the presence of food in the intestine triggers the release of secretin, which stimulates the pancreas to secrete bicarbonate to neutralize acidic chyme and create an optimal environment for enzyme activity.

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Commonest site maxilla
a. Adamantinoma is a rare tumor arising from the diaphysis of the long bone.

b. The most common long bone affected by adamantinoma is TIBIA.

c. In head and neck , the most common bone affected by adamantinoma is MANDIBLE.

d. In mandible, the most common site is the region of 3RD MOLAR.

e. Classic adamantinomas usually occur in patients older than 20 years, whereas differentiated adamantinomas occur almost exclusively in patients younger than 20 years.

f. In addition, the 2 classifications of adamantinomas have distinct radiographic and histologic differences.

g. Patients with adamantinomas present with variable signs and symptoms; most commonly, they report pain and swelling.

h. The tumor is slow growing, and patients may describe discomfort lasting months to years.

i. Treatment options for adamantinoma are surgical and include either marginal or en bloc resection.

j. Unfortunately, neither radiation therapy nor chemotherapy has been proven effective in the treatment of this insidious tumor.

k. The investigation of choice for adamantinoma is CT SCAN which shows cortical destruction involving the diaphysis of the bone with surrounding periosteal reaction.

l. On x ray there is a characteristic SOAP BUBBLE appearance.

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ETEC, EIEC, and EAEC are all types of E. coli that can cause diarrheal disease through various mechanisms. EPEC is typically associated with gastrointestinal illness, particularly in children, but does not typically cause the severe forms of diarrhea seen with ETEC or EHEC.

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Kobayashi hooks are auxiliary ligature wires with a spot-welded hook used to attach elastics to brackets that do not have integral hooks.

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PMA stands for "Periodontal Disease Index," which is used to assess the periodontal health of individuals. It evaluates the presence and severity of periodontal disease by measuring clinical parameters such as probing depth and attachment loss. The other options do not correspond to the PMA acronym.

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It is also used to treat ventricular tachycardia and to perform nerve blocks

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The sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle is responsible for the described movements. The SCM on one side (e.g., the left) causes the head to laterally flex (bend) to the same side and rotate the chin to the opposite side (e.g., the right). The symptoms described in the question, such as inability to move the neck to the left, and the chin moving to the right when tilted left, indicate a problem with the left SCM muscle.