Clinical Dentistry

Question 1

Give OHI for a paeds patient

Answer 1

Brushing technique - modified bass technique

Frequency - twice per day, once in morning and once before bed

Supervision - parents do it up to 7, maybe longer depending on manual dexterity

Toothbrush - handle right size for child, medium textured. Replace every 3-4 months

Fluoride delivery - pea sized amount of toothpaste

Flossing - Introduce flossing when teeth contact

Diet - emphasise frequency of sugar is bad, eat sugar at mealtimes and not in between

Discuss sealants and also varnish

Question 2

Eruption dates maxillary permanent teeth?

Answer 2

Central incisor - 7

Lateral incisor - 8

Canine - 11

First premolar - 10

Second premolar - 10

First permanent molar - 6/7

Second permanent molar - 12

Wisdom teeth - 18

Question 3

Eruption dates mandibular primary teeth?

Answer 3

Central incisor - 6

Lateral incisor - 7

Canine - 9

First premolar - 10

Second premolar - 10

First permanent molar - 6

Second permanent molar - 12

Wisdom teeth - 18