Across
- 2. are bone-building cells part of the bone remodeling cycle
- 4. deficiency in _____ may lead to swollen joints, increased risk of bone fractures, poor wound healing, gingival inflammation, and a weakend PDL
- 7. reduced salivary flow and xerostomia can encourage the growth of_____ (2 words)
- 9. low neutrophil count in blood downand indicates an increased risk of infection
- 10. periodontitis may result in abnormal amounts of lipids and lipoproteins in blood this is called
- 11. a spherical shaped globule of ectopic enamel on the root of a molar (2 words)
- 13. are bone-resorbing cells
- 14. is a rapid cancer of blood cells that usually begins in the bone marrow
- 15. the micronutrient important in the formation and maintenace of alveolar bone
- 16. process by which neutrophils and monocytes/macrphages engulf and digest pathogens or non self molecules
- 18. is an inflammation of the oral mucous membranes caused by chemotherapy
- 20. oral complication of poorly controlled diabetes presenting as painful inflammation at corners of lips
- 21. elevated levels of this hormone will intensify the natural immunosuppressive effect and increase an individuals susceptibility to infection
- 22. the rapid decline in estrogen can lead to systemic bone loss and increased susceptibility to fractures
Down
- 1. a flat triangular shape of ectopic enamel that tapers as it approaches the furcation (3 words)
- 3. esthetically disfiguring overgrowth of gingiva adverse effect of anticonvulsants, calcium channel blockers, and immunosuppressants (2 words)
- 5. largest leukocyte that egulfs and destroys microorganisms
- 6. forceful grinding of the teeth
- 8. in pregnancy the interdental papilla may react so strongly to dental biofilm and cause a large localised overgrowth called
- 12. is a cluster of conditions increasing risk for heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and is considered to be a risk factor for periodontitis (2words)
- 17. is another protein signaling molecule produced by osteoblasts
- 19. abnormal PMN function is seen in about half of all patients with this genetic disorder (2 words)
