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periodontics - 3 Questions

1
Periodontics
Which of the following periodontal diseases does not have calculus:

1. ANUG.
2. Chronic adult periodontitis.
3. Juvenile periodontitis.
4. Periodontal abscess.

📝 Explanation:

Juvenile periodontitis, now referred to as localized aggressive periodontitis, is characterized by the loss of periodontal attachment and bone in adolescents and young adults, often without the presence of significant calculus. This distinguishes it from other forms of periodontitis, where calculus is typically present.

2
Periodontics
Which of the following is not a sign or symptom of periodontal abscess?
1. Localized swelling of the gingiva
2. Tooth sensitive to pressure
3. No response to electric pulp testing
4. Pain in the area of abscess

📝 Explanation:

A periodontal abscess primarily affects the periodontal tissues and does not typically alter the health of the pulp, which means the tooth may still respond to pulp vitality tests.

3
Periodontics
A teenaged patient reported complaining of sudden drifting of teeth. Bone loss and pockets were found to be more severe on some teeth when compared to neighboring teeth. The most likely diagnosis is
1. simple periodontitis
2. chronic nonspecific periodontitisv 3. juvenile periodontitis
4. gingivosis

📝 Explanation:

Juvenile periodontitis (now referred to as localized aggressive periodontitis) is characterized by localized bone loss and periodontal pockets, often affecting adolescents and young adults. The sudden drifting of teeth and the severity of bone loss in specific areas align with this diagnosis.

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