Cariology Flashcards
1
Q
Caries
A
active chronic infectious disease process *very prevalent in children + adults and can lead to toothlessness
2
Q
Carious Lesion
A
end result of caries disease process
3
Q
Enamel
A
hardest substance in the body, enamel rods/matrix
4
Q
S Mutans + Lactobacilli
A
produce acids that can penetrate enamel matrix and dissolves calcium and phosphate
5
Q
Remineralization
A
minerals released from the tooth after carb exposure + minerals in saliva
6
Q
Caries Intervention Strategies
A
salivary substitutes, sealants, antibacterial therapy, diet, fluoride
