Periodontal Regeneration Quiz

What is the most reliable method for determining true regenerative results?

• Measuring change in probing depths

• Histological evaluation

• Measuring change in CAL

• Calculating reduction in BOP

Which of the following are recognized as damaging periodontal pathogens?

• Porphyromonas Gingivalis

• Prevotella Intermedia

• Actinobacillus Actinomycetemcomitans

• Eikenella Corrodens

Which of the following has NOT been shown to affect outcomes related to regenerative periodontal surgeries?

• Age

• Poorly controlled diabetes

• Stress

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

Which type of defects have been shown to have superior results with GTR versus debridement alone?

• Mandibular Lingual Class II Furcation

• Maxillary Buccal Class II Furcation

• Maxillary Mesial class II Furcation

• Mandibular Buccal Class II Furcation

Which factors are most important for successful periodontal regeneration?

• Control of tooth mobility

• Post Operative Conditions

• Space Maintenance

• Wound Stability

What is the mean defect fill when using a bone replacement graft?

• 50-60%

• 70-75%

• 75-80%

• 60-65%

How many cases have been reported in the literature of an infection being transmitted through a bone graft during a dental procedure?

• 0

• 3

• 7

• 12