Plaque Control Chemical Plaque Inhibition Chemical plaque control is used as an adjunct for controlling gingival inflammation and preventing progression of periodontal disease. Chemical methods are very effective during phase I therapy for patients with recurrent problems. According to ADA, two agents are accepted for plaque inhibition, i.e. chlorhexidine digluconate … [Read more...] about Chemical Inhibition of Supragingival Dental Plaque Control
Gingival Surgical Techniques In Periodontal
Gingival Surgical Techniques Answer. Gingivectomy means excision of the gingiva. By removing the pocket wall gingivectomy provides visibility and accessibility for complete calculus removal and thorough smoothening of the roots, creating a favorable environment for gingival healing and restoration of a physiologic gingival contour. Gingivectomy Indications Eliminate … [Read more...] about Gingival Surgical Techniques In Periodontal
Oral Malodor and Halitosis: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Oral Malodor Write short note on halitosis. Or Write short note on oral malodor. Answer. Halitosis is the term used to describe noticeably unpleasant odor exhaled in breathing. Classification of Halitosis Genuine Halitosis Physiologic halitosis Oral. Extraoral. Pseudo-Halitosis Halitophobia. "Understanding the causes of bad breath … [Read more...] about Oral Malodor and Halitosis: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Acute Gingival Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Acute Gingival Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Question 1. Discuss etiology, clinical features and management of acute necrotizing gingivitis. Or Discuss the etiology, histopathology, clinical features and management of necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (NUG). Or Define necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis and describe its clinical and histopathological features. … [Read more...] about Acute Gingival Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Aggressive Periodontitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Aggressive Periodontitis Write about aggressive periodontitis and give in detail about localized aggressive periodontitis. Answer. Aggressive periodontitis is defined as a disease of periodontium occurring in an otherwise healthy adolescent which is characterized by rapid loss of alveolar bone but more than one tooth of permanent dentition. The amount of destruction present … [Read more...] about Aggressive Periodontitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment