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ADA NBDE National Board Dental Part II

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What condition is an inflammatory process that takes place in the medullary space of bone?
  1. Systemic sclerosis
  2. Osteomyelitis
  3. Osteopetrosis
  4. Hypoplastic amelogenesis imperfecta
Explanation
Answer: B - Osteomyelitis is an inflammatory process that takes place in the medullary space of bone. The condition usually stems from bacterium that becomes chronic odontogenic infections. The patient may experience compromised immunity, chronic systemic diseases, and decrease bone vascularity. Treatment includes antibiotics, drainage, removal of necrotic bone, immobilization of the jaws, and autografts.
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