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Periodontal abscess in relation to 46 regions
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On intraoral examination, she had bilateral periodontal abscess in relation to first mandibular molars, with deep periodontal pockets and pus discharge [Figures 1 and 2].
Periodontal abscess in relation to 36 regions
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On intraoral examination, she had bilateral periodontal abscess in relation to first mandibular molars, with deep periodontal pockets and pus discharge [Figures 1 and 2].
Initial OPG of patient showing bone loss in 36 and 46 regions
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OPG revealed severe angular bone loss in relation to 36 and 46, and external root resorption of mesial root of 46 [Figure 3]. Though non-surgical periodontal therapy was being continued with monthly recalls, OPG revealed rapid periodontal destruction in 36 and 46 [Figure 6] as compared previous OPG taken six months back [Figure 3].
One month post-operative (46 region)
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One month post-operative (36 region)
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OPG after six months showing rapid bone destruction in 36 and 46 regions
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Though non-surgical periodontal therapy was being continued with monthly recalls, OPG revealed rapid periodontal destruction in 36 and 46 [Figure 6] as compared previous OPG taken six months back [Figure 3].