Veterinary Technician

Category - Dentistry

What is the term for the debriding of foreign debris and granulation tissue of the gingiva?
  1. Subgingival curettage
  2. Subgingival planing
  3. Subgingival excision
  4. Subgingival management
Explanation
Answer: A - Subgingival curettage is the debriding of foreign debris and granulation tissue of the gingiva. This can involve the incising and elevating of the gingival tissue so that tooth roots may be exposed for proper cleaning and polishing.
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