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Dentrifices/Dentinal Hypersensitivity/ Oral Hygeine Aids (Final Review) Flashcards

1
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All ADA accepted toothpastes contain:

A

fluoride

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2
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No ADA accepted toothpaste contains:

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sugar

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3
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Therapeutic denitrifices may include what types of toothpastes?

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  1. anti-cavity
  2. anti-hypersensitivty
  3. anti-gingivitis
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4
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Anti-caries toothpastes will contain:

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fluoride

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5
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What types of fluoride might we find in anti-caries toothpastes?

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Sodium fluoride (NaF) - 0.22% at 1,1000 ppm

Sodium monofluorophosphate (MFP)- 0.76% at 1,000 ppm

Stannous fluoride (SnF2)- 0.4% at 1000 ppm

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6
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Most OTC toothpastes are ____ ppm

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1,000

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7
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What ingredients are found in anti-hypersensitive toothpastes?

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Potassium nitrate & Stanous fluoride

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8
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What is the function of potassium nitrate in anti-hypersensitivity toothpastes?

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Penetrates through the length of the dentinal tubules

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9
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When potassium nitrate penetrates through the length of the dentinal tubules, it:

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depolarizes sensory nerve endings

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What is the function of stannous fluoride in anti-hypersensitivity toothpastes?

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Blocking of exposed dentinal tubules

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11
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What can be found on toothpastes that function in anti-hypersensitivity?

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ADA seal

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12
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What ingredient can be found in anti-gingitivis toothpastes?

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Stannous fluoride

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13
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Stannous fluoride has reported activity against:

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  1. caries
  2. plaque (antimicrobial)
  3. gingivitis (gingival bleeding)
  4. calculus control
  5. sensitivity
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14
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Baking soda toothpastes contain what ingredients?

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  1. sodium bicarbonate
  2. silicate
  3. fluoride
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15
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Will baking soda toothpastes have the ADA seal?

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Maybe - but NOT due to baking soda effects

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16
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T/F: Baking soda toothpastes are no more effective than regular toothpastes

A

True

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17
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A new ingredient that is lab generated, nontoxic and biocompatible. Maybe used in conjunction with fluoride and often paired with Xylitol:

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Hydroxyapatite

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18
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Hydroxyapatite is often paired with _____ in toothpastes

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Xylitol

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19
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In tartar control (anti-calculus) toothpastes, what interrupts the process of mineralization?

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Crystalline growth inhibitors

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20
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Soluble pyrophosphates are found in what type of toothpaste?

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Anti-calculus toothpastes

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21
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Is the ADA seal awarded for anti-calculus claims?

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no

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22
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In may of 1998 guidelines for ____ products where implemented

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whitening

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23
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Whitening toothpaste control stain via:

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  1. physical methods (abrasive)
  2. chemical mechanisms (surface active agents or bleaching/oxidizing agents)
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24
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Polishing or chemical agents that remove stain in whitening toothpastes include:

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  1. hydrated silica
  2. titanium dioxide
  3. hydrogen peroxide
  4. carbamide peroxide
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25
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Label whether the ADA accepts the following claims:

  1. Anti-caries toothpastes (with fluoride)
  2. Anti-hypersensitivity toothpastes (with potassium nitrate & stannous fluoride)
  3. Anti-gingivitis toothpastes (with stannous fluoride)
  4. Baking soda toothpastes (due to baking soda)
  5. Anti-calculus toothpastes (Crystalline growth inhibitor & soluble pyrophosphates)
A
  1. yes
  2. yes
  3. yes (we think)
  4. no
  5. no
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26
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The purpose of flossing is to:

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remove interpoximal plaque

(NOT to dislodge food wedged between teeth)

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27
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What type of floss is being described?

Indications: Embrasures-II & II; Loose contact; Large surface area
Advantages: Tear resistant
Disadvantages: Difficult for tight contact

A

Waxed dental tape

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28
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What type of floss is being described?

Indications: Embrasure-I; Around rough tooth surfaces & restorations
Advantages: Strength/durable; Shred resistant; Prevents tissue trauma
Disadvantages: Patient comfort

A

Waxed dental floss

29
Q

What type of floss is being described?

Indications: Embrasure-I
Advantages: Easy to insert into embrasure space
Disadvantages: Tears easily on contact with calculus & defective restorations

A

Unwaxed round floss

30
Q

What type of floss is being described?

Indications: Embrasure-II & III; Fixed bridge, ortho appliances, implant prosthesis
Advantages: Covers more surface area; Stiff end; Easier to insert
Disadvantages: Requires coordination & can get caught on rough surfaces

A

Super floss

31
Q

What type of floss is being described?

Indications: Visual cue for plaque/debris; Beginners or individuals with weak eyesight
Advantages: Motivational & education; Increases compliance
Disadvantages: None indicated

A

Colored floss

32
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What type of floss is being described?

Indications: Patients lacking motivation
Advantages: Motivational
Disadvantages: None indicated

A

Flavored floss

33
Q

Floss holders are recommended for patents with:

A
  1. physical disabilities
  2. poor manual dexterity
  3. limited mouth opening
  4. large hands
  5. sensitive gag reflex
  6. difficulty with manual flossing
34
Q

Floss threaders are when floss is threaded through a loop & are used to carry floss:

A

interproximally

35
Q

Floss threaders are ideal for:

A
  1. abutment teeth
  2. beneath pontics
  3. ortho appliances
  4. teeth that are splinted together
  5. tight contacts
36
Q

Created to floss around orthodontic brackets:

A

Platypus ortho flosser

37
Q

In a platypus ortho flosser, floss is spread between:

A

two spatula ends

38
Q

What is on the opposite end of a platypus ortho flosser?

A

Bracket brush

39
Q

Ideal for plaque removal under pontics or ortho appliances:

A

super floss

40
Q

Interdental brushes may also be called:

A

Proxybrush

41
Q

Interdental bruses (Proxybrush) are used for:

A
  1. large embrasures
  2. teeth with concavities
  3. around fixed appliances
  4. ortho appliances
  5. furcations (class III & IV)
42
Q

Rubber-tipped stimulator is primarily used for:

A

gingival massage

43
Q

Describe the effects of a rubber-tipped stimulator on plaque removal:

A

Limited use for removing plaque from:
1. exposed furcations
2. along gingival margins
3. open embrasures

44
Q

End-tuft toothbrushes are useful for:

A

Difficult to reach places

45
Q

End-tuft toothbrushes are used for difficult to reach places including:

A
  1. around ortho appliances
  2. around pontics
  3. lingual of crowded anterior teeth
  4. distal of most posterior teeth
  5. wide embrasure spaces
  6. exposed furcations
46
Q

Describe a sulcus brush:

A

A more narrowed brush head to fit along the gum line

47
Q

Describe the bristles of a sulcus brush:

A

soft bristles for inflamed gums

48
Q

Trace along the gingival margins to remove plaque in the sulcus/pockets:

A

Toothpick holders (Perio-aid & D-PLAK-R)

49
Q

What are examples of toothpick holders:

A

Perio-aid & D-Plak-R

50
Q

Toothpick holders may be used along:

A
  1. crown margins
  2. accessible furcations
  3. concave proximal surfaces
  4. ortho appliances
51
Q

Can result in disruption of loosely attache or unattached supra/subgingival plaque:

A

Oral irrigators

52
Q

Oral irrigators are not indicated for patient who have:

A

effective home care or no inflammation

53
Q

T/F: irrigation alone is effective in reducing inflammation

A

false

54
Q

The best benefits of oral irrigation is seen when:

A

combined with toothbrushing

55
Q

What patients may benefit from oral irrigation?

A

Patients with ortho appliances, bridges or implants

56
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

A

Floss holders

57
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

A

Floss threaders

58
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

A

Super floss

59
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

A

Platypus ortho flossers

60
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

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Interdental brushes (Proxybrush)

61
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

A

Softpicks

62
Q

Contain soft, flexible bristles; tapered to work around appliances; easy to use for patients who find flossing cumbersome; latex free:

A

Softpicks

63
Q

Device that may help with patient motivation; helpful for patient who need larger diameter handle:

A

automated flosser

64
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

A

Automated flosser

65
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

A

Rubber-tipped gum stimulator

66
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

A

End-tuft toothbrush

67
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

A

Sulcus brush

68
Q

What can be seen in the following image?

A

Toothpick holders (Perio-aid, D-PLAK-R)

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