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periodontics - 3 Questions
Sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) is an anionic surfactant (detergent) commonly added to toothpastes to enhance their cleansing ability.
Its main functions are:
SLS has no abrasive action and does not prevent drying of toothpaste.
1) Laterally positioned graft: This technique is used when there is a loss of interdental papilla, which may occur due to periodontal disease or trauma. 2) Free gingival graft: This involves the transfer of a piece of tissue from the palate to the affected area to cover the exposed root surface and increase the zone of attached gingival tissue. 3) Coronally displaced graft: This technique involves moving the existing gingival tissue coronally over the exposed root to cover it. 4) Maintenance and recall visits: After the resolution of inflammation through scaling and root planing, if the recession is minimal and the tooth is not at risk of further damage, regular maintenance and recall visits may be sufficient to monitor the area. Since the question mentions that the tooth is normally placed and the issue is resolved after scaling and root planing, the correct answer is 4) Maintenance and recall visits to ensure the area remains healthy and monitor for any recurrence of recession.