A patient presents with bad halitosis, red and swollen gingiva, and several loose teeth. You take a sample from the gum line and after performing a stain, note spirochete bacteria as well as some bacilli. This patient likely has

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The symptoms of bad halitosis, red and swollen gingiva, loose teeth, and presence of spirochete bacteria and bacilli are all indicative of acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG). Gingivitis and periodontal disease may also show similar symptoms, but the presence of spirochetes specifically points towards ANUG. Dental caries typically do not cause loose teeth or gum inflammation. Therefore, neither choice B nor E are the best answer.

A Patient Presents with Bad Halitosis, Red and Swollen Gingiva