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Is periodontitis the progressive destruction of dental enamel?
No, periodontitis is most often the result of chronic gingivitis. Perodontitis the the progressive destruction of gingiva (gums), alveolar bone, and periodontal ligament fibers. Progressive destruction of enamel is a carious lesion (a cavity).
Correct code for chronic apical periodontitis?
522.6
Chronic suppurative periodontitis is?
well,,,The one sentence answer to it iz that,,,its the long term ,suppressing disease of the inflammation of the tissues surrounding the teeth
What is a chronic autoimmune disorder that is most often found in the ileum and in the colon?
Crohns disease
What is a chronic autoimmune disorder in which the motor neurons fail to transmit impulses to the muscles to cause muscle contractions?
A chronic autoimmune disease that affects the neuromuscular junction is myasthenia gravis. It leads to fluctuating muscle weakness and fatigue.
What is sjeogren syndrome?
Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic dry mouth and eyes.
What causes periodontitis?
Dental plaque is the major cause of periodontitis. Persistent infection of the gum margins leads to progressive inflammation and destruction of the supporting tissues by bacterial toxins and enzymes. Extension and the hardening of plaque leads to formation of tartar beneath the gums. Having tartar within the gum pockets can lead to periodontitis. It forms a reservoir of bacteria which help to keep inflammation and acts as a barrier to healing. The following risk factors can increase the chances of having periodontitis:Risk factors for periodontal diseaseLocal factorsAlignment and the bite relationship of teethFaulty fillings of teethMouth breathingDentures or bracesSmokingSystemic factorsDiabetes mellitusPregnancyNutrition deficiencyBlood diseasesDrugsHIV infectionhttp://www.intelligentdental.com/2009/12/11/chronic-adult-periodontitis-cause-and-symptoms/
What type of immune response is always disadvantageous to a person?
An autoimmune response is always disadvantageous to a person, as it involves the immune system attacking the body's own healthy cells and tissues. This can lead to chronic inflammation, tissue damage, and various autoimmune diseases.
Is hypothyroidism connected to lupus?
Lupus is a chronic, inflammatory, autoimmune disease that can affect any part of the body including the thyroid. People who have one autoimmune disease usually have other autoimmune diseases in overlap. It is possible for lupus to affect the thyroid, but autoimmune thyroid disease like Hashimoto's thyroiditis could be responsible.
What disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder that is most often found in the ileum and in the colon?
Crohn's disease.
What is the Word equation for tooth decay?
periodontitis 1. Inflammation of the periodontium. 2. A chronic inflammatory disease of the periodontium occurring in response to bacterial plaque on the adjacent teeth; characterized by gingivitis, destruction of the alveolar bone and periodontal ligament, apical migration of the epithelial attachment resulting in the formation of periodontal pockets, and ultimately loosening and exfoliation of the teeth.
What does chronic changes within the ethmoid air cells with septal destruction mild muosal thickening mean?
Chronic sinusitis
