Occlusal Trauma Flashcards
(15 cards)
Which of the following best defines primary occlusal trauma?
Injury resulting from excessive occlusal forces on a tooth with normal periodontal support.
Secondary occlusal trauma occurs when:
Excessive occlusal forces are applied to a tooth with compromised periodontal support.
Which clinical sign is commonly associated with occlusal trauma?
Increased tooth mobility
Radiographic findings in a tooth experiencing occlusal trauma may include:
Widening of the periodontal ligament space, Loss of lamina dura, Vertical bone loss (All of the above)
The primary goal in managing occlusal trauma is to:
Remove or reduce the occlusal forces causing the trauma
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of untreated occlusal trauma?
Increased caries risk
Occlusal adjustment as a treatment for occlusal trauma involves:
Selective grinding of occlusal surfaces to achieve harmonious contacts
In cases of secondary occlusal trauma, which additional therapy is often necessary alongside occlusal adjustment?
Periodontal therapy to address underlying attachment loss
Parafunctional habits, such as bruxism, can contribute to occlusal trauma by:
Increasing the duration and magnitude of occlusal forces
The term ‘fremitus’ in the context of occlusal trauma refers to:
The palpable or visible movement of a tooth when subjected to functional occlusal forces
Fremitus is assessed by placing a finger on:
The facial surface of maxillary teeth
In trauma from occlusion, tooth mobility is:
Reversible if the trauma is corrected early
The most common radiographic finding in occlusal trauma is:
Widened PDL space
The hallmark of trauma from occlusion histologically is:
Hyalinized PDL fibers and bone resorption
Occlusal trauma alone:
May accelerate existing periodontitis
