Caries risk assessment Flashcards
1
Q
7 factors for caries risk assessment?
A
- Clinical evidence of previous caries
- Dietary habits
- Oral hygiene habits
- Exposure to fluoride
- Social history - socioeconomic status
- Saliva
- Medical history
2
Q
How can diabetes affect saliva?
A
- High blood sugar levels
3
Q
3 medications causing dry mouth?
A
- Anticonvulsants
- Antihistamines
- Desmpressin
- Beta 2 agonists and corticosteroids inhalers
4
Q
What fluoride concentration is in SDF?
A
44,800 ppm
5
Q
What are 3 effects of SDF?
A
- Occludes dentinal tubules
- Silver is antibacterial
- Fluoride encourages remineralisation
6
Q
3 advantages of SDF?
A
- Safe
- Easy and quick to apply
- Non operative and non invasive
7
Q
3 disadvantages of SDF?
A
- Stains caries black
- Expensive
- Metallic taste
8
Q
At what age would you start taking bitewings?
A
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