MCQ Collection
Periodontology MCQs
Practice Periodontology questions with answers and explanations.
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Correct Answer: D. Root planing
Explanation:
Root planing is instrumentation intended to produce a biologically compatible root surface.
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Correct Answer: D. Furcation involvement
Explanation:
Furcation involvement is periodontal destruction extending into the root-dividing area of a multirooted tooth.
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Correct Answer: B. Periodontal pocket
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Periodontal pocket is a pathologically deepened gingival sulcus.
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Correct Answer: C. Guided tissue regeneration
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Guided tissue regeneration is a regenerative procedure using a barrier to favour repopulation by periodontal cells.
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Correct Answer: C. Occlusal trauma
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Occlusal trauma is injury to the periodontal support caused by excessive occlusal forces.
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Correct Answer: B. Furcation involvement
Explanation:
Furcation involvement is periodontal destruction extending into the root-dividing area of a multirooted tooth.
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Correct Answer: C. Periodontal pocket
Explanation:
Periodontal pocket is a pathologically deepened gingival sulcus.
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Correct Answer: B. Guided tissue regeneration
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Guided tissue regeneration is a regenerative procedure using a barrier to favour repopulation by periodontal cells.
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Correct Answer: D. Occlusal trauma
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Occlusal trauma is injury to the periodontal support caused by excessive occlusal forces.
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Correct Answer: C. Supportive periodontal therapy
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Supportive periodontal therapy is ongoing maintenance after active treatment to control recurrence and monitor disease.
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Correct Answer: C. Dental plaque biofilm
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Dental plaque biofilm is an organised microbial community attached to tooth surfaces and embedded in a matrix.
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Correct Answer: D. Gingivitis
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Gingivitis is inflammation of gingiva without clinical attachment loss.