Which Is Not True of Pyorrhea

question 100

Multiple Choice

Which is not true of pyorrhea?

• A) Involves the gingiva
• B) Involves the tissue that invests and supports the teeth
• C) Is decay of the soft tissue inside the tooth
• D) Is a periodontal disease

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