4. Periodontology

Non-surgical Therapy — Quiz

Test your understanding of non-surgical therapy with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

A patient presents with generalized moderate periodontitis. After initial scaling and root planing, residual pockets of $5\text{ mm}$ are noted in several areas. Which adjunctive therapy would be most appropriate to consider at this stage?

Question 2

During scaling and root planing, a patient experiences acute pain despite local anesthetic administration. Which of the following is the most immediate and appropriate action for the dental hygienist to take?

Question 3

A patient has just completed non-surgical periodontal therapy. Which of the following post-treatment instructions is most critical for preventing recurrence of periodontal disease?

Question 4

What is the primary goal of using a controlled-release antimicrobial agent in a periodontal pocket?

Question 5

Which of the following local anesthetics is commonly used for non-surgical periodontal therapy due to its rapid onset and intermediate duration?