Periodontics - Perio Endo Relationship

What is an endo-perio lesion?

• An inflammatory lesion involving both the pulp and periodontal tissues

• A lesion that only involves the pulp

• A lesion that only involves the periodontal tissues

• A lesion that only involves the periodontal tissues

Which of the following is a cause of endo-perio lesions?

• Trauma to the tooth

• Periodontal disease

• Pulpitis

• All of the above

What is the most common type of endo-perio lesion?

• Apical periodontitis

• Vertical root fracture

• Radicular cyst

• Periodontal abscess

How is an endo-perio lesion diagnosed?

• Clinical examination

• Radiographic examination

• Pulp vitality tests

• All of the above

What is the treatment for an endo-perio lesion?

• Endodontic therapy

• Periodontal therapy

• Both endodontic and periodontal therapy

• Extraction of the tooth