periodontics
is the dental specialty involved in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the supporting tissues.
In a periodontal practice, the
... [Show More] dental assistant assists with _______ _________ and __________ _________ and provides ______ _____ _______ to the patient.
periodontal charting and periodontal surgeries and provides home care instructions to the patient.
Depending on the particular state's dental practice act, the dental assistant also may
place and remove periodontal dressings,
remove sutures,
perform coronal polishes,
take impressions for study models,
and administer topical fluoride applications.
A periodontal examination includes
the patient's medical and dental history,
radiographic evaluation,
examination of the teeth,
examination of the oral tissues and supporting structures, and periodontal charting.
Periodontal charting includes _______ _____,______,______ ______, _______, and ______ ________. Clinical findings of the periodontal examination are recorded on the ______ _____
pocket readings, furcations, tooth mobility, exudate (pus), and gingival recession.
periodontal chart
The periodontist reviews the medical history to detect any systemic conditions that may influence periodontal treatment. What are some Systemic diseases? , Lowered resistance makes periodontal disease more severe and more difficult to treat.
such as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS),
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, or diabetes, can lower resistance of the tissue to infection.
What is the dental history used for?
The dental history is used to gather information about conditions that could indicate periodontal disease
What conditions could indicate periodontal disease?
patients with periodontal disease often complain of bleeding gums, loose teeth, or a bad taste. They may describe a dull pain after eating or a burning sensation in the gingival tissue
Dental Examination what is included
teeth mobility
Oral Tissues and Supporting Structures examination
Periodontal Probing
Bleeding Index
Occlusal Adjustment
Radiographic Analysis [Show Less]