ANATOMY
PAEDIATRIC ANATOMY
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Question
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____ is due to a long standing, low grade infection of the periradicular bone
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plaque
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chronic alveolar abscess
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periodontal disease
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Dental or dentoalveolar abscess is a denomination used to describe localized collection of pus in the alveolar bone at the root apex of the tooth. It usually occurs secondary to dental caries, trauma, deep fillings or failed root canal treatment.
Detailed explanation-2: -Extraradicular infections The most common form is acute periradicular abscess. The source of extraradicular infection is usually the intraradicular infection.
Detailed explanation-3: -An acute periodontal abscess’s symptoms include pain, tenderness on palpation, and the presence of pus. In contrast, a chronic abscess is more associated with a sinus tract and mild or absent pain [1].
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