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General Medicine

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Periodontology
PREGNANCY & HORMONAL INFLUENCES

Hormonal Effects on Periodontal Tissues Optimal Treatment Timing Safest Period: Early second trimester (weeks 14-20) Rationale: Organogenesis complete, uterine size manageable Clinical Manifestations Most Striking Feature: Pronounced ease of bleeding (pregnancy gingivitis) Mechanism: Increased vascular permeability due to hormonal changes Microbial Changes Bacterial Shift: Increased Prevotella intermedia Hormonal Influence: Estrogen…

Periodontology

Periodontology
Microbiology & Immunology

Periodontology
Dental Calculus

Dental Calculus Dental calculus, also known as tartar, is a hard deposit that forms on teeth due to the mineralization of dental plaque. Understanding the composition and crystal forms of calculus is essential for dental professionals in diagnosing and managing periodontal disease. Crystal Forms in Dental Calculus Common Crystal Forms: Dental calculus typically contains two or more crystal forms. The most frequently detected forms include:…

Periodontology
Gingivitis

Gingivitis Gingivitis is an inflammatory condition of the gingiva that can progress through several distinct stages. Understanding these stages is crucial for dental professionals in diagnosing and managing periodontal disease effectively. This lecture will outline the four stages of gingivitis, highlighting the key pathological changes that occur at each stage. I. Initial Lesion Characteristics: Increased Permeability: The microvascular bed in …

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