Nutritional counseling by the dental hygienist must incorporate an assessment and thorough understanding of gingival and periodontal disease states. Match the terms descriptive of aspects of gingival and periodontal diseases with their appropriate description.
-Formation and discharge of pus

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Suppuration is the formation and discharge of pus, which is a common feature of periodontal disease.

Answer: B
 Fibrotic refers to the hardening and thickening of gum tissue, which is a sign of advanced periodontal disease.

Answer: C
 Clinical attachment loss is a measure of the amount of gum tissue that has detached from the tooth, indicating severe periodontal disease.

Answer: F
 NUG (necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis) is a severe form of gingivitis that can lead to periodontal disease.

Answer: E
 Borrelia vincenti is a bacterium that is associated with periodontal disease.

Answer: G
 The methyl red sugar test is a diagnostic test that can help to identify the presence of bacteria associated with periodontal disease.

Nutritional Counseling by the Dental Hygienist Must Incorporate an Assessment