periodontal disease BPE

• What is gingivitis classified as?

  A reversible biofilm induced inflammatory disease
• What triggers periodontitis?

  Bacterial microorganisms causing chronic inflammation
• What can periodontitis lead to besides tooth loss?

  Other health problems
• What are the classifications of periodontal disease and conditions?

  • Periodontal health
  • Gingival disease and conditions
  • Periodontitis
  • Other conditions affecting the periodontium
  • Peri-implant disease and conditions
• What is the purpose of the British Periodontal Examination (BPE)?

  To provide a quick screening assessment
• What does the BPE screening process aid in?

  Aids treatment planning
• What type of probe is used in the BPE technique?

  WHO Probe
• What does Code 0 in BPE indicate?

  Health with all pockets less than 3.5mm
• What does Code 1 in BPE signify?

  Pockets less than 3.5mm with bleeding
• What does Code 4 in BPE indicate?

  Pocket deeper than 5.5mm
• What is recorded if there are no teeth during BPE?

  Marked with an X
• What is the purpose of the Gingival Index by Silness and Loe?

  To assess the severity of gingival inflammation
• What score indicates normal gingival according to the Gingival Index?

  Score 0
• What does a Bleeding Index score of 1 indicate?

  Bleeding from the gingival margin detected
• What does the Plaque Index assess?

  The thickness of plaque deposits
• What is the advantage of the Simplified Plaque Index?

  It is repeatable
• What are the consequences of poor oral hygiene?

  • Inflammation
  • Oedema (swelling)
  • Erythema (redness)
  • Pocketing
  • Loss of clinical attachment
  • Mobility
  • Furcation involvement
• What is the purpose of a Comprehensive Periodontal Examination (CPE)?

  To carry out a comprehensive assessment of the mouth
• What does probing pocket depth measure?

  Depth from the gingival margin to pocket base
• What is the significance of measuring bleeding on probing?

  Indicates inflammation and periodontal stability
• What classification is used for measuring tooth mobility?

  Miller’s classification
• What does Class 1 in furcation measurement indicate?

  Loss of support not exceeding 1/3 of the tooth
• How is recession measured?

  From CEJ to crest of gingival margin
• What does Loss of Attachment indicate?

  Apical migration of the Junctional epithelium
• Why is measuring Loss of Attachment important?

  Gives a better picture of clinical attachment loss
• What are the key components of a CPE?

  • Probing pocket depth
  • Bleeding on probing
  • SUPPURATION on probing
  • Tooth mobility
  • Furcation involvement
  • Recession
• What is the purpose of using a video in periodontal assessment?

  To enhance clinical speed and experience
• What does the presence of bleeding on probing indicate?

  Indicates inflammation
• What is the significance of a 4mm pocket depth?

  Considered an OK depth for long-term care
• What does the presence of calculus affect during probing?

  It can hinder accurate measurements
• Why is it important to use the same probe and technique in CPE?

  Ensures repeatability and reproducibility
• What does the term 'knife edges' refer to in periodontal assessment?

  Indicates loss of tissue contour
• What is the role of radiographs in periodontal assessment?

  To confirm clinical findings
• What is the purpose of monitoring a 'stable' periodontal patient?

  To assess ongoing periodontal health
• What is the significance of the apical migration of the Junctional epithelium?

  Indicates clinical attachment loss
• What does the presence of furcation involvement indicate?

  Loss of periodontal support around multi-rooted teeth
• How does periodontal pathogenetic destruction affect the Junctional epithelium?

  Causes significant migration from its normal position
• What is the relationship between pocket depth and periodontal disease progression?

  Deeper pockets are more likely to progress
• What is the main goal of periodontal disease management?

  To prevent tooth loss and maintain health
• What are the key factors to consider during periodontal probing?

  • Calculus/restorations/cavities subgingivally
  • Integrity of the epithelial barrier
  • Size/shape/tip of probe
  • Operator pressure
  • Patient’s reaction
  • Use of local anaesthetic