Hey Guys,

I have question: It can find that approx 80% of the population is affected by chronic gingivitis, but what % of the population is affected by chronic periodontitis? I couldnt find it in my epidemiology chapter of our books.

Thanks

CP II OH exam

CP II OH exam: is just on dental therapy/paedo lectures.

Hygiene exam is the actual perio exam!!!

Ok here it goes then consider:

What causes localised periodontal lesions?

Bring on the questions!

Thanks Sophie for the true answers! Those questions really make you think! Bring on more!!

Second discussion question

Does perio probing disrupt the epithelial attachment?
Why or why not?

First perio question to consider

Does bruxing increase tooth mobility? Please explain your reasoning behind your answer.

Morphogenesis to Perio review Blog

Dear All

Lets use this space as our perio review blog to share some of our questions and clarify any misconceptions, in preparation for the exam.

Have you all had a chance to read t he article that Nicole sent you all? If not, please do so, it will answer all the questions you have on the Junctional Epithelium. This article has all you need to know on the Junctional Epithelium including your question Amy.... What is the internal lamina actually made out of.. now we know how it actually sticks to the tooth!!

Ok I will check the posts every second day to keep up with your questions or statements.

Happy study
Sophie