Reevaluation

Question 1

What are the objectives of initial perio therapy?

Answer 1

1. Reduce gingival inflammation by removing plaque retentive features
2. Reduce pockets
3. Achieve surgical manageability

Question 2

What are the perio procedures included in initial therapy?

Answer 2

1. SRP
2. OHI
3. Prophy
4. Occlusal therapy
5. Possible antibiotics

Question 3

T/F: BoP is a good predictor of future attachment loss.

Answer 3

False

Absence of BoP is a good indicator of perio health

Question 4

T/F: Initial therapy is more effective with deeper pockets.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

What are the two ways that initial therapy can reduce pocket depths?

Answer 5

GIngival recession and attachment gain

Question 6

What are two methods mobility may be improved following initial therapy?

Answer 6

Reduced inflammation and occlusal therapy

Question 7

What is the optimal time to wait for a reevaluation for gingivitis and periodontitis?

Answer 7

Ging: 2 weeks

Periodontitis: 4 weeks min.; 3 months max.