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Anatomy & Histology of the Gingiva and Basic Oral Hygiene

COURSE NUMBER: 103

Basic knowledge of the supporting structures of the teeth allows dental professionals to accurately examine and assess patients' oral health. The supporting structures consist of the gingiva, periodontal ligament, cementum and alveolar bone...

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Overview

Basic knowledge of the supporting structures of the teeth allows dental professionals to accurately examine and assess patients' oral health. The supporting structures consist of the gingiva, periodontal ligament, cementum and alveolar bone. The gingiva is the only clinically visible component of the periodontium surrounding and supporting the teeth. This course will explore the unique characteristics of the gingiva including the basic oral hygiene recommendations necessary for gingival health.


Basic knowledge of the supporting structures of the teeth allows dental professionals to accurately examine and assess patients' oral health.  The supporting structures consist of the gingiva, periodontal ligament, cementum and alveolar bone.  The gingiva is the only clinically visible component of the periodontium surrounding and supporting the teeth.  This section will explore the unique characteristics of the gingiva including the basic oral hygiene recommendations necessary for gingival health.

  • Intended Audience:

    Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Students

  • Date Course Online:

    Jul 19, 2001

  • Last Revision Date:

    Dec 31, 2000

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Dec 31, 2000

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


  • Name and describe the gingiva and supporting structures comprising the periodontium.    
    
  • Describe and identify basic gingival anatomy and histology.    
    
  • Identify characteristics of gingival health (gingival color, size, contour, texture, consistency and sulcus depth).    
    
  • Describe the characteristics of unhealthy gingiva.    
    
  • Understand the role of local irritants in the gingival disease process.    
    
  • Explain the recommendations for toothbrushing and flossing.
    

Disclaimers

Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy. Note:  Registration is required to take test.

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Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

- The author reports no conflicts of interest associated with this work.

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8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027

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