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Pulp
FCPS tip: A periodontal abscess is classically associated with a vital tooth; a periapical abscess is classically associated with a non-vital tooth.
Third & Final Year Subject2026-10-27
Gingivitis & Periodontitis
Exam pearl: Bleeding on probing does not, by itself, establish periodontitis. Assess attachment levels and radiographic bone loss.
Third & Final Year Subject2026-10-27
Bone
This pathway regulates osteoclast formation and bone resorption. Remember: RANKL activates osteoclasts; OPG blocks RANKL.
Oral Pathology & Medicine2026-10-25
Culture & Media
Correction worth remembering: Legionella is associated with BCYE agar, not ordinary blood agar as its principal specialized culture medium.
Microbiology2026-10-23
Viruses
Viral hepatitis causes inflammation and injury of hepatocytes. The viruses differ in their transmission, likelihood of chronic infection and prevention.
Microbiology2026-10-23
Bacteria
Microbiology2026-10-23
Teeth
These conditions involve congenital absence of teeth due to disturbances in tooth development. FCPS tip: Third molars are the teeth most commonly missing congenitally.
Oral Pathology & Medicine2026-10-23
Emergencies
Important: Flumazenil can precipitate seizures in benzodiazepine-dependent patients or mixed overdoses; it is not a universal antidote for an unconscious patient.
Pharmacology2026-10-22
CNS
Antidote: Naloxone, with repeat dosing or infusion when needed because some opioids outlast naloxone. May occur with combinations of serotonergic drugs.
Pharmacology2026-10-22