Flashcards in this deck (21)

• What are the principal components of periodontitis?

  Gingiva, periodontal ligament, cementum, alveolar bone.
  oral_surgery periodontitis
• What causes acute and chronic periodontitis?

  Microbial biofilm causing inflammation and destruction of tooth supporting structures.
  oral_surgery periodontitis
• What are the risk factors for periodontitis?

  Smoking, poor oral hygiene, HIV infection, diabetes, drug-induced gingival overgrowth.
  oral_surgery risk_factors
• What is the onset of acute periodontitis?

  Severe and sudden onset.
  oral_surgery acute_periodontitis
• What characterizes chronic periodontitis?

  Long developing syndrome, often affecting most teeth.
  oral_surgery chronic_periodontitis
• What are the signs of acute periodontitis?

  Swollen gums, bleeding gums, gum recession, loose teeth.
  oral_surgery symptoms
• What is the treatment for chronic periodontitis?

  Scaling, root planning, antibiotics, pocket reduction surgery, grafts, guided tissue regeneration.
  oral_surgery treatment
• What is involved in the treatment of acute periodontitis?

  More surgical intervention than less invasive techniques.
  oral_surgery acute_periodontitis treatment
• What is root resection therapy?

  Surgical procedure to expose and section off affected root.
  oral_surgery root_resection
• What are indications for root resection?

  Fracture of tooth root apex, inflammation of periapical tissue, unsuccessful endodontic treatment.
  oral_surgery indications
• What are contraindications for root resection?

  Periodontal disease, bite disorders, longitudinal root fracture, viral disease, hypertension.
  oral_surgery contraindications
• What are complications of root resection?

  Pain, swelling, bleeding, inflammation, possible need for tooth removal.
  oral_surgery complications
• What is tooth hemi section?

  Surgical separation of a multirooted tooth through the furcation.
  oral_surgery tooth_hemi_section
• What are indications for tooth hemi section?

  Roots damaged by caries, periodontal disease, vertical alveolar bone defects.
  oral_surgery indications
• What are contraindications for tooth hemi section?

  Unfavorable tooth anatomy, excessive tooth loosening, complications after endo treatment.
  oral_surgery contraindications
• What is root amputation?

  Surgical removal of one root while preserving the crown portion.
  oral_surgery root_amputation
• What is a characteristic of a severely curved canal?

  Cannot be treated
  dentistry canals
• What is a common issue found in the roots of a severely curved canal?

  Extensive calcification
  dentistry calcification
• What occurs when one root fractures without involving the other?

  Fracture of one root
  dentistry fractures
• What are potential complications involving one root?

  Resorption, caries, or perforation
  dentistry complications
• What technique is used for managing a severely curved canal?

  Same as root resection
  dentistry technique