After the effects of local anesthesia began to diminish, a dental patient became aware of a painful gingival ulcer that was associated with excessive dental instrumentation. This would be an example of a(n) _____ ulcer.

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This is an example of an iatrogenic ulcer, which is caused by medical examination or treatment, in this case, excessive dental instrumentation.

After the Effects of Local Anesthesia Began to Diminish, a Dental