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Chapter 15 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the liquid that makes plaque visible called?

A

Disclosing solution

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2
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What is topical fluoride?

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Applied directly to the tooth

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3
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What is systemic fluoride?

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Injected and circulated throughout the body

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4
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Plaque formation accumulates in=

A

24 hours

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5
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What are some situations when you shouldn’t brush?

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After an extraction, post surgery, trauma to the area, NUG/ NUP

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6
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Trauma from improper brushing can result in:

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Toothbrush abrasion and gingival trauma

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7
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What does toothbrush abrasion mean?

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Wearing away tooth structures, caused by highly abrasive toothpaste,to hard toothbrushes,too much pressure or incorrect brushing methods

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8
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What does gingival trauma mean?

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Can be seen as abrasive,cliffs or festoring

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9
Q

What is the main criteria for selecting a toothbrush?

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Size, shape, texture and dexterity

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10
Q

List the teeth used in the Ramfjord plaque index:

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1-6
2-1
2-4
3-6
4-1
4-4
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11
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What is fluoride known as?

A

Natures cavity fighter

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12
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What are sealants?

A

They are a preventative coating that covers occlusal pits and fissures where bacteria can thrive

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13
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What can cause fluorosis?

A

Excessive systemic fluoride

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14
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When applying fluoride in the dental office the patient should be in what position?

A

Upright position

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15
Q

Without what two things can dental caries not occur?

A

Bacteria and sugar

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16
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What is the dental term for caries causing?

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Cariogenic

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17
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What are two sugar substitutes?

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Xylitol and Aspartame

18
Q

What is the artificial sweetener that actually helps prevent caries?

A

Xylitol

19
Q

What is the key dietary factor that relates to dental caries?

A

Sugar

20
Q

Why are soft bristles on toothbrush preferred?

A

Because the ends are rounded and polished

21
Q

Vigourous brushing and or firm bristles can cause what?

A

Abrasion or resession

22
Q

Name the two types of information needed when performing a patient assessment?

A

Personal and clinical info

23
Q

List the six steps needed in teaching and learning:

A 
Explanation
Determination
Application
Feedback
Reinforcement
Evaluation
24
Q

What are two types of patient motivation?

A 
Extrinsic = outside motivation
Intrinsic= inside motivation
25
Q

When selecting a toothbrush the bristles need to be what?

A

Soft and nylon

26
Q

What are two benefits of nylon bristle brushes?

A

Dry easy and inexpensive + durable

27
Q

What are the parts of a toothbrush?

A

Handle,shank and head

28
Q

What may improper brushing cause?

A

Gingival trauma and toothbrush abrasion

29
Q

When using the Bass technique for brushing the bristles are placed how?

A

Into the sulcus at a 45° angle

30
Q

What technique of brushing was designed a massage to stimulate the gums as well as clean the cervical areas?

A

Modified Stillman

31
Q

What toothbrushing method is most commonly used by patients?

A

Scrub brushing

32
Q

What percentage of tooth cannot be cleaned with a toothbrush?

A

40%

33
Q

What are two inter-proximal cleaning aids?

A

Floss and proxa brush

34
Q

What is the name of the floss the combines a stiff pointed end for threading, a yarn type floss and a section of unwaxed floss?

A

Super floss or Eezthru

35
Q

Clinical situations would super floss or easy through be used in?

A

Orthodontic crown and bridge and tight contacts

36
Q

What method of flossing is the most common?

A

C shape

37
Q

What fingers are best to wrap the floss around?

A

Middle fingers

38
Q

What cleaners are best used to clean dentures?

A

Mild dish soap and commercial dental cleaners(polident)

39
Q

Name the two most common dental diseases?

A

Periodontal and caries

40
Q

What precautions are necessary for children using fluoridated toothpaste?

A

They need to spit it out after brushing

41
Q

What toothbrushing method is used for ortho?

A

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