14. The Importance Of Effective Oral Hygeine (intro) Flashcards
1
Q
LOs
A
2
Q
Why is oral hygiene performed?
A
1
remove dental plaque from surfaces of teeth & gums
↳ prevent periodontal diseases ~ gingivitis & periodontitis
↳ treatment of periodontal diseases to arrest progression
↳ prevent development and progression of caries (particularly accessible surfaces)
↳ minimise risk of dental caries
2
Social reasons (can be main reason why patients want oral hygiene performed)
↳ grooming
↳ fresh breath
↳ attractiveness
3
Q
What else can be done to minimise the development and progression of caries?
A
- addition of fluoride toothpaste
- minimising consumption of carbohydrates
- remove dental plaque from surfaces or teeth and gums
4
Q
How do we assess oral hygiene?
A
- disclosing agents to observe plaque on teeth
- CAN BE:
Tablets
Preprepared liquids
5
Q
How is plaque level and distribution recorded at guys?
A
6
Q
How well do people actually clean their teeth?
A
7
Q
Key things to do when giving oral hygiene advice?
A
- maybe start with one area,
Set a specific goal,
Set a period of time that they should do it by
