Periodontics

Role Of Occlusion In Periodontal Disease Write short note on occlusal neurosis. Answer. It is also known as parafunctional habits. The parafunctional habits or occlusal neurosis are bruxism and clenching Occlusal Neurosis Clenching Occlusal Neurosis Clenching is defined as closure of jaws under vertical pressure. Clenching is the force exerted from one occlusal … [Read more...] about Role Of Occlusion In Periodontal Disease

Atypical Ulcers Write short note on atypical ulcers. Answer. Atypical ulcers are also known as non-healing ulcers. Atypical ulcers are found to be co-infected with HSV (Herpes simplex virus) and CMV (cytomegalovirus) or with EBV (Epstein-Barr Virus). These ulcers are more common in individuals who are neutropenic in conjunction with their HIV infection. Atypical … [Read more...] about Atypical Ulcers

Effective Instrumentation With Gracey Curettes Write short note on Gracey curettes and mini-bladed Gracey curettes. Answer. Mini-bladed Gracey Curettes They are modifications of After Five Curettes. The blade is commonly half in the length compared to after five or standard Gracey curettes. The shorter blade allows easier insertion and adaptation in deep, narrow … [Read more...] about Effective Instrumentation With Gracey Curettes

Wire Edge What are the criteria for judging that your instrument (that you have sharpened) is perfect for the procedure. Explain wire-edge. Answer. Sharpness can be evaluated by sight and touch in following ways: When a dull instrument is held under a light, the rounded surface of its cutting edge reflects light back to the observer. It appears as a bright line running … [Read more...] about Wire Edge

Teeth Scaling And Root Planing Write indications, contraindications and objectives of scaling and root planning. Answer. Scaling and root planning remove bacterial plaque and calculus which are responsible for causing gingival inflammation. Indications For removing heavy tenacious calculus and stains. In overhanging margins of amalgam restorations. In … [Read more...] about Teeth Scaling And Root Planing