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The PICO process is a tool for formulating a question.  The “C” in PICO stands for?

Gingivitis is distinguished from periodontitis by which of the following characteristics?

Localized pus that forms around periodontal tissues is termed a(n)

It is possible for a patient to have gingivitis that is not caused by bacterial plaque.  Gingivitis can be caused from an allergic reaction or fungal infection. 

A thin, bacteria-free membrane that forms on surface of the tooth during late stages of eruption is the definition of what?

The presence of calculus increases biofilm retention. Controlling disease in the presence of biofilm and calculus is difficult.

PJ, a 47 year-old male, presents with complaints of lower back pain with pain radiating down his right leg for 3 days.   The best SOAP note to complete would be a focused SOAP note.

This vitamin may reduce susceptibility to gingival inflammation and has an anti-inflammatory effect.

The motivational interviewing (MI) approach sees behavioral change as a ________ between the clinician and the patient.

In smokers, the lack of bleeding on probing indicates healthy tissue.  Smoking impairs healing in all aspects of periodontal treatment.