PERIDODONTAL POCKET

What is a periodontal pocket?

• A small bag used by dentists to store dental instruments.

• A narrow, deep space that forms between the gum and tooth due to gum disease

• A protective barrier placed on a tooth to prevent cavities.

• The term for a toothache caused by a cavity.

Which of the following is a common cause of periodontal pockets?

• Regular dental check-ups

• Proper toothbrushing techniques

• Gum disease and inflammation

• Eating hard foods

What is the primary function of the periodontal pocket depth measurement?

• To measure the amount of plaque on the teeth

• To determine the size of dental instruments needed for treatment

• To assess the severity of periodontal disease and monitor its progression

• To check for the presence of cavities

Which dental professional is responsible for diagnosing and treating periodontal pockets?

• ORTHODONTIST

• PERIODONTIST

• PEDODONTIST

• ORAL MAXILLO FACIAL SURGEON

What is the recommended treatment for periodontal pockets with a significant depth?

• Extraction of the affected tooth

• Over-the-counter pain relief medication

• Scaling and root planing by a dental hygienist

• Flossing more regularly