Can radiographs reveal the effects of traumatic occlusion on the periodontium?

What will be an ideal response?

Yes. Occlusal trauma is demonstrated radiographically as a widening of the PDL space accompanied by host osteosclerosis and/or hypercementosis.

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The hemoglobin and hematocrit on a newborn are 18.9 g/dL and 60%. How would you interpret these data?

a. Lower than expected on a newborn b. Higher than expected on a newborn c. Expected results on a newborn d. Erroneous results that should be rejected

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Health care providers are:

A. doctors, health care workers, and health care organizations that offer health care services. B. people who cover the expense for goods received or services rendered. C. groups of people who share the same values, norms, and behaviors. D. credentials from a state agency awarding legal permission to practice.

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