1. Which of the things listed below are risk factors for gum disease (periodontitis)?
a. Pregnancy
b. Underbite
c. Diabetes
d. Family history
2. Which of the things listed below are possible signs of gum disease?
a. Teeth that look like they are longer
b. A change in the way dentures fit
c. Loose teeth
d. Tender gums
3. Which of the things listed below are possible health issues linked to untreated gum disease?
a. Asthma
b. Low birth weight babies
c. Parkinson’s disease
d. Stroke
4. What percentage of individuals age 65+ have gum disease?
a. 5%
b. 12%
c. 25%
d. 50%
5. Which of the following services are used for gum disease?
a. Scaling and root planing
b. Soft tissue grafting
c. Flap surgery
d. Flip surgery
Answers
1. All of the above. Pregnancy, menopause, or any other condition that causes hormonal changes is a risk factor as is any type of malocclusion.
2. All of the above. Note: some patients don’t notice any symptoms.
3. a,b,d.
4. c.
5. a,b,c.
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