Periodontology — Key differences for NEET MDS
Drug-induced gingival enlargement = Phenytoin most common + Cyclosporine + Nifedipine. ANUG = punched out papillae + pseudomembrane + foul odor. Desquamative gingivitis = Pemphigoid Pemphigus Lichen planus differential. Acute herpetic gingivostomatitis = primary herpes = vesicles. Plasma cell gingivitis = allergen related.
📖 Read full notes →Gracey curettes = area-specific = single cutting edge. Universal curettes = all areas = two cutting edges. Gracey 7/8 = buccal lingual posteriors. Gracey 11/12 = mesial posteriors. Gracey 13/14 = distal posteriors. Ultrasonic scaling better than hand for deep pockets. Piezoelectric vs magnetostrictive ultrasonic devices.
📖 Read full notes →NEET MDS frequently tests the ability to differentiate between related topics. Understanding the key differences between Gingival Diseases & Enlargements and Periodontal Instruments in Periodontology is crucial for scoring well. Questions may test diagnostic features, treatment approaches, or characteristic findings.