Which Is Not True of Perioscopy

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which is not true of perioscopy?

• A)It is a new procedure that uses a miniature dental endoscope with video, lighting, and magnification technology to look into a deep subgingival pocket.
• B)It is able to determine the precise location of root deposits, granulation tissue, caries, and root fractures.
• C)It assists the operator in identifying and removing calculus that might have been missed.
• D)It is unable to identify initial decay or cracks.

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Definitions:

Plunging Anticline

A geological feature where a folded rock formation dips into the Earth at one end, creating a structure that resembles a nosedive.

Horizontal Syncline

A geological fold characterized by younger layers of rock closer to the center of the structure, with the layers dipping towards the center from both sides horizontally.

Thrust Fault

A type of reverse fault characterized by a shallowly dipping fault plane where rock layers are pushed upwards.

Monocline

A geological fold where all strata are inclined in the same direction, forming a step-like structure.