03 OHI

Question 1

oral infection control indications

Answer 1

inadequate oral hygiene

Question 2

oral infection control goals

Answer 2

biofilm removal to acceptable levels
establish patient rapport
evaluate patient compliance

Question 3

oral infection control rationale

Answer 3

less biofilm = less disease
tissue resolution
long-term maintenance of health

Question 4

OHI patient assessment

Answer 4

gingiva (color, contour, consistency)
plaque free score
current technique
dental IQ
motivation

Question 5

Bass sulcular brushing technique

Answer 5

soft brush
45degrees towards gingiva
gentle pressure
short strokes

Question 6

Charter’s brushing technique

Answer 6

soft brush
45degrees towards crown
force bristles interproximal
post-surgical technique

Question 7

power brushes

Answer 7

for patients with limited dexterity

non-motivated patients

Question 8

interproximal cleaning

Answer 8

floss

interdental brush

Question 9

tongue cleaning

Answer 9

tongue cleaning = good = less bad breath = more friends = people like you = more successful dates = marriage = children = happy life