Caries In Children Flashcards
Caries is
Can see lesions
Caries presentation
Early childhood caries
What is early childhood caries?
Severe early childhood caries
What is this?
Any sign of caries under 3
If child between 3-5 , caries on anterior teeth or DNFS score is one more than child’s age
Early childhood caries
1- Which 3 teeth are caries most common in?
2- Which teeth is caries rare in and why?
3 - Is caries more common in D or Es?
4- when does proximal caries occur?
Caries pattern: Mixed dentition
1- Is caries more common in upper or lower 6s
2- Where is caries commonly found in the 6s?
3- Give a sign of uncontrollable caries
Caries: Young permanent dentition
Where is caries found in young permanent dentition? (2)
Management depends on -3
Assessment for caries
Risk assessment - importance:
3 RISK FACTORS for caries
Other risk factors for caries
Clinical evidence
Low risk
High risk
Dietary habits
Low risk
High risk
Social history
Low risk
High risk
Use of fluoride
Low risk
High risk
Plaque control
Low risk
High risk
Saliva
Low risk
High risk
Medical history
Low risk
High risk
Caries risk assessment determines which 3 things
Examination steps
Caries detection and pulpal health
Radiographs
Guidelines for radiographs
Radiographs: High Risk
If radiograph shows Enamel lesion: outer half, what should be done
If radiograph shows Enamel lesion: inner half, what should be done
What has a likelihood of exhibiting cavitation?
Radiographs: Low caries risk
Tooth separation
Transillumination
Electrical caries detection
