DentMat Week 2 Flashcards
classifications of dental materials
preventive
restorative
auxiliary
what is better than cure
prevention
preventive dentistry also educates patients about what?
oral hygiene
another term for toothpaste
dentifrices
over exposure to fluoride
fluorosis
<0.3ppm for ages 6mo - 3yr
0.25 mg/day
0.3 - 0.6 ppm for ages 3-6yrs
0.25 mg/day
<0.3ppm for ages 3-6yrs
0.50 mg/day
<0.3 ppm for ages 6-16yrs
1.0 mg/day
fluorosis is common in?
children
what special material releases fluoride
glass ionomer cement
what material is advisable for newly erupted molars
pit and fissure sealants
repair or replace tooth structure
restorative materials
short term restorative materials
temporary cements
crown resins
bridge resins
long term restorative materials
dentin bonding
indirect inlays
onlays
dentures