What Does Refractory Mean in Terms of Periodontal Disease States

question 24

Multiple Choice

What does refractory mean in terms of periodontal disease states?

• A) Aggressive periodontal disease that does not respond to recommended therapy
• B) Chronic periodontal disease that responds to antimicrobial therapy in addition to mechanical therapy
• C) Periodontal disease that continues to progress despite client compliance with recommended oral self-care and professional care
• D) Bone or attachment loss that is ongoing at the time of the examination

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