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Toothpaste
Toothpaste is a cleaning product used during brushing. Depending on active ingredients such as fluoride and the product’s purpose, it supports decay prevention or care of sensitive teeth.
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Powered toothbrush
A powered toothbrush uses motor-driven bristle movement to clean tooth surfaces. It may help depending on manual dexterity and habits; correct positioning and pressure are important.
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Periodontal pocket
A periodontal pocket is a pathologically deepened space between a tooth and the gum. Gum inflammation and damage to periodontal attachment and bone are assessed together to determine the cause and treatment extent.
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Free gingival graft
A free gingival graft transfers tissue containing both epithelium and connective tissue from a site such as the palate to an area needing gum tissue. It is mainly used to increase firm, keratinized gum tissue and create an environment that is easier to maintain.
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Periodontal laser treatment
Periodontal laser treatment is an umbrella term for several methods using laser energy for gum incisions, periodontal care, and other purposes. Goals vary with the device and wavelength, so their effects cannot be grouped as if they were one standard treatment.
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Bleeding on probing
Bleeding on probing (BOP) records whether the gums bleed when the sulcus is examined with a periodontal probe. It may relate to bleeding seen during brushing, but is specifically a finding under examination conditions.
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Xylitol
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener instead of sugar. Oral bacteria do not ferment it readily, but this does not mean xylitol products alone can prevent or treat decay.
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Routine dental examination
A routine dental examination periodically assesses the teeth, gums, mouth, and risk factors regardless of symptoms. The next examination is scheduled according to age, disease history, and current risk.
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Guided tissue regeneration
Guided tissue regeneration (GTR) is surgery that uses a barrier membrane or other measures to control the healing space and encourage regeneration of damaged periodontal supporting tissues. It aims to regenerate bone, periodontal ligament, and cementum around natural teeth; the same result cannot be expected for every defect.
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Root coverage procedure
A root coverage procedure aims to cover roots exposed by gum recession with gum tissue. It may reposition gums or use grafted tissue, and the achievable coverage depends on surrounding tissue condition.
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Diet and habits for oral health
Eating habits for dental health involve balanced meals, the frequency of sugar intake, and oral care together rather than a single special food. Sipping sweet drinks over a long period or continually snacking increases opportunities for acid exposure.
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Fluoride concentration in toothpaste
Fluoride concentration in toothpaste indicates the amount of fluoride in units such as ppm. Concentration must be considered together with the amount used, age, likelihood of swallowing, and decay risk.
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Gingival abscess
A gingival abscess is a localized collection of pus in relatively superficial gum tissue, such as the gum margin or gum between teeth. It must be distinguished from a periodontal abscess in a deep pocket or infection at a tooth root tip.
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Gingival fibromatosis
Gingival fibromatosis is gradual thickening and enlargement of fibrous gum tissue. Hereditary forms occur, and diagnosis distinguishes it from plaque-related swelling or medication-related enlargement.
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Gingival enlargement
Gingival enlargement means the gums have increased in size, covering more of the teeth or appearing thicker. Causes include inflammation, medications, and hereditary conditions, so size alone does not determine treatment.
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Alveolar bone resorption
Alveolar bone resorption is a reduction in the amount or height of jawbone surrounding teeth. Causes and situations must be distinguished, including loss due to periodontitis and bone changes during healing after extraction.
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Periodontal abscess
A periodontal abscess is an acute, localized collection of pus in tooth-supporting tissues, such as the wall of a periodontal pocket. Pain, swelling, and rapidly progressing tissue damage may occur, requiring assessment and treatment of the cause.
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Supportive periodontal care
Supportive periodontal care regularly assesses recurrence risk and tissues around teeth after periodontitis treatment and continues necessary hygiene care and cleaning. Its scope differs from a one-time scaling after treatment.
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