How should a patient's home care differ after periodontal surgery?
What will be an ideal response?
Yes, there are changes in the patient's oral home-care regimen. Since the periodontal tissues are healing after surgery, an ultra-soft-bristled toothbrush should be used if a periodontal dressing has not been placed. Instruct the patient to very lightly brush the exposed tooth surfaces and not to push the bristles into the gingival margin. Flossing should be avoided immediately after surgery. A fluoride dentifrice is recommended. Immediately after surgery an antimicrobial mouthrinse is recommended.
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What will be an ideal response?
A 32-year-old woman presents with a soft, nonpainful mass (1 x 2 cm) between teeth nos. 24 and 25 . Differential diagnosis should include at least pyogenic granuloma and:
a. Mucous membrane pemphigoid b. Mucous patch (secondary syphilis) c. Plasma cell gingivitis d. Peripheral giant cell granuloma e. None of the above