Admission Test for Dental Hygiene (ATDH) Practice

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Which of the following is NOT a sign of periodontal disease?

  1. Swollen gums

  2. Bleeding gums

  3. White patches on gums

  4. Normal-colored gums

The correct answer is: Normal-colored gums

Normal-colored gums are indeed an indication of healthy periodontal tissue and not a sign of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease often presents with symptoms such as swollen gums, which indicate inflammation, and bleeding gums, particularly during brushing or flossing, which are direct signs of gingival issues. The presence of white patches on the gums could suggest other conditions, such as oral lesions or infections, but it is not a standard sign of periodontal disease. Therefore, normal-colored gums stand out as an indicator of health rather than disease, making it the correct choice in identifying what is not a sign of periodontal disease.

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