NEET MDS Shorts
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PeriodonticsRadiographs allow clinicians to see the anatomical structure of the root;
however, they often cannot accurately assess conditions like the presence of
calculus or severity of gingivitis.
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PeriodonticsThe treatment for necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (NUG) typically involves debridement to remove necrotic tissue and improve oral hygiene. Providing oral hygiene instructions is also crucial to prevent recurrence.
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PeriodonticsPyogenic granuloma is a granulation tissue overgrowth.
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PeriodonticsIn the early stages of dental plaque formation, particularly within the first
few days, the predominant microorganisms are typically cocci, especially Streptococcus species.
These bacteria are among the first to colonize the tooth surface after a
cleaning, forming a biofilm.
Lactobacilli are more commonly associated with mature
plaque and caries development, as they thrive in acidic environments.
Fusiform bacilli and vibrios are more
commonly found in later stages of plaque development or in specific
conditions, such as periodontal disease.
Thus, in a two-day-old dental plaque, the majority of microorganisms will
indeed be cocci
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PeriodonticsThe tooth with the poorest prognosis after furcation therapy due to limited instrument accessibility is the maxillary first premolar.
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PeriodonticsA suturing needle used in periodontal surgery should have a swedged suture needle.
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PeriodonticsThe maxillary first premolar often has developmental grooves and flutings on the
mesial surface that can complicate thorough root planing and make it more
challenging to fully debride the root surface.
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PeriodonticsIn gingivitis, bacteria primarily reside in the connective tissue of the
marginal gingiva and within the plaque biofilm on the tooth surface. This
location contributes to the inflammatory response seen in gingivitis.