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What are the three stages of gingivitis?
  1. Transient, developing, and chronic
  2. Transient, developing, and takeover
  3. Developing, transient, and takeover
  4. Developing, chronic, and takeover
Explanation
Answer: A - The three stages of gingivitis are transient, developing, and chronic. The transient stage occurs within two days after stopping oral hygiene and can be seen microscopically. The developing stage shows increased collagen destruction. The chronic stage shows that the gingival lamina propria is changed.
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