Periodontal Disease
What is part of the periodontium that connects the cementum covering the root of the tooth with the alveolar bone of the socket wall?
Periodontal Ligament
Two basic forms of periodontal disease
Gingivitis and Periodontitis
Broad term used to describe abnormal tissues?
Lesion
Teeth in which the bone has fused to cementum and dentin
Ankylosed
How successful is a properly placed dental implant?
90%
Leading cause of tooth loss in adults
Periodontal disease
Periodontal disease is considered to be generalized if more than what % is affected?
30%
What is example of a benign tumor?
Neoplasm
Oral habits that results loss of tooth structure and is associated with stress or tension
Bruxism
Living jawbone naturally grows around the dental implant is called what?
Ossointegration
What causes inflammation by producing enzymes and toxins that destroy periodontal tissues and lower host defenses?
Bacteria in dental biofilm
Why is it important for a DA to recognize abnormal tissues in the mouth?
To inform the DDS so a diagnosis can be made
Most common cause of death in an HIV patient?
Infection
What kind of diagnosis is made when there is two or more possible cause of a condition?
Differential
How long does it take for a dental implant to reach completion?
3-9 months
What is removed by the dentist or the dental hygienist with scaling instruments?
Calculus
Term used to describe a disorder that is present at birth?
Congenital
Normal wear of tooth structure caused by aging
Attrition
What oral anatomic structures are factors in the placement of dental implants?
Inferior alveolar nerve
What is subgingival calculus?
Is not site specific and is found throughout the mouth. (Below the gums)
Abnormally large jaws
Macrognathia
What can be caused if you have a lack of jaw space?
Impaction
What procedure is a healing collar used?
Endosteal