Periodontology
Across
- 3. the mineralized layer that covers the tooth root
- 6. the space between the free gingiva and the tooth surface
- 10. a severe, aggressive form of periodontitis seen in young individuals
- 12. the main component of the periodontal ligament
- 14. a biofilm responsible for periodontal disease
- 15. the surgical procedure to remove diseased gum tissue
Down
- 1. a systemic disease that increase the risk of periodontitis
- 2. the first step in nonsurgical periodontal therapy
- 4. the process by which bone is lost due to periodontal disease
- 5. a type of bone graft material used in periodontal regeneration
- 7. the instrument used to measure periodontal pockets
- 8. the condition characterized by gum inflammation without attachment loss
- 9. the primary bacterial cause of chronic periodontitis
- 11. The primary immune cells involved in periodontal destruction
- 13. a deep, localized infection of periodontal tissue