9-treatment Of Dental Caries Flashcards
Treatment of MCA?
Etiotropic treatment - diet, enamel resistance, stimulation of saliva and oral hygiene
Pathogenetic treatment - tooht plaque debridment , smoothies of eroded surfaces and application of fluoride containing agents
Treatment of MCF
Treatment of MCF is only done when it’s located in the pits and fissures If the caries risk is high for the future sealants are indicated
Describe the technique when placing a sealant
7 steps
Isolation Cleaning Rinsing Drying and etching Sealant material is placed Light activation Occlusion evaluated with articulation paper and excess material is removed
What does the treatment of caries superficialis and media depend on?
Patients risk level of caries
Caries media and superficialis treatment
Etiotropic
Pathogenetic
Operative - conservative preparation. obturation with GIs, composites and indirect aesthetic restoration