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Which procedure should be AVOIDED in a patient with erosive desquamative gingiva?

  1. Air-abrasion / prophy paste prophylaxis
  2. Gentle ultrasonic scaling with water
  3. Soft-bristle toothbrushing
  4. Chlorhexidine rinse
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Correct answer: A. Air-abrasion / prophy paste prophylaxis

Prophy paste and air abrasion are abrasive and will exacerbate fragile, eroded mucosa, causing pain and bleeding. Use gentle ultrasonic instrumentation, soft brushes, and avoid aggressive mechanical debridement until the acute inflammation resolves.

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