While working on the facial surface of a molar, you notice that the terminal shank is “down and around” the tooth. What should you do in this situation?

Modifiable risk factors for periodontal disease include which of the following? You may select more than one answer. (Select all that apply.)

In preparation for inserting the working-end beneath the gingival margin on the facial aspect of a molar tooth, the clinician should do which of the following?

Xerostomia can have a negative impact on the periodontium and is associated with more than 500 medications. From the following list select the drug group that can have a beneficial effect on the periodontium.

Local risk factors increase the likelihood of associated periodontal inflammation due to plaque biofilm retention. The pathogenicity of the protected plaque biofilm increases as the colony matures.

How many teeth are in each quadrant of primary dentition?

The longer oral biofilm remains undisturbed, the greater is its pathologic potential. In periodontal disease there is a shift in oral biofilm bacteria to higher portions of gram-negative and anaerobic bacteria.

Which is a caries risk factor?

10.  If your client/patient has an issue with either their blood pressure, need for premedication, or clearance for ANY OTHER MEDICAL ISSUE- you should:

5.  The client/patient’s Chief Complaint is which of the following?