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ADA NBDE National Board Dental Part II

Category - NBDE II

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What is the main objective of periodontal surgery?
  1. To create a healthy oral environment
  2. To rid the patient of periodontitis
  3. To check if there are any other oral imperfections
  4. To collect bacterial samples
Explanation
Answer: A - The main objective of periodontal surgery is to create a healthy oral environment. During surgery, pocket reduction, gingival reattachment, removal of lesions, and the restoration of form and function is completed. Surgery should be done only after the hygiene phase therapy to provide the patient with an oral environment that will support and beneficial to the surgical procedure.
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