Fight back against periodontal disease: Understanding the disease and the role of prevention

Presented by Josée Marcoux, DVM, IPSAV, D.E.S. in dentistry

Continuing education questionnaire

CE credit: 1

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Questions

1. What is the periodontium composed of? *
2. What is the name of the anatomical structure where the gingiva interacts with the bacteria on the tooth? *
3. What morphology can a periodontal pocket take on? *
4. What stage of periodontal disease is represented by bone loss of less than 25%?
5. Why are small breed dogs more predisposed to periodontal disease? *
6. When should the first dental prophylaxis be recommended in a small breed dog? *
7. When and how should dental X-rays be performed? *
8. Why should dental X-rays be performed? *
9. What is the recommended frequency for tooth brushing to eliminate gingivitis? *
10. What strategies are employed by a veterinary dental diet to reduce plaque and calculus? *