Question 3 (part 2) · LDEK · Structure and physiology of the periodontium

Choose traits of periodontium in the old age:

1) horizontal atrophy of alveolar process margin;
2) intrabony (vertical) bone defects;
3) decreased number of bone trabeculae;
4) narrowing or complete atrophy of periosteal space;
5) hypercementosis;
6) hyperpigmentation.
Correct answer is:
  1. A. 2,3,4.
  2. B. 1,2,4,6.
  3. C. 1,2,4,5.
  4. D. 1,3,4,5.
  5. E. 3,5,6.
Hint

Separate slow physiological changes of ageing from defects that result from inflammation or trauma.

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