DT6 Oral self care

Question 1

Oral Health affects General Health

Answer 1

can affect quality of life.
affects a way a person speaks, eats and socializes.
reduce a person’s physical, mental and social well-being.
mouth health to heart & baby health

Question 2

, preventive dentistry is..

Answer 2

program which includes patient education, fluoride, fissure sealants, proper nutrition and biofilm control.

Question 3

the first person to mass produce toothbrushes

Answer 3

1780 Willithe

bone with attatched fibres

Question 4

History of toothbruhes

Answer 4

1919: 1st ‘professional’ toothbrush standards
1938: nylon used for bristles
1960: electric toothbrushes

Question 5

Desirable characteristic of tooth brush

Answer 5

1. Individualized
2. Easily and efficiently manipulated
3. Easily cleaned and impervious to moisture
4. Durable and inexpensive
5. Flexible bristles

Question 6

Dentifrice Basic ingredients

Answer 6

8 basic ingrdients

Question 7

Detergent

Answer 7

gives bubbles

Question 8

Binder

Answer 8

thickens

Question 9

abrasive

Answer 9

remove light stains

Question 10

humectant

Answer 10

prevent water loss

Question 11

perservative

Answer 11

stabilize

Question 12

sweetener

Answer 12

no sugar e.g. xylitol substitute

Question 13

Flavour

Answer 13

doesnt promote decay

Question 14

colour

Answer 14

vegetable dye typically used

Question 15

Describe how to store a toothbrush

Answer 15

postioned upright to air dry, away form other brushed to avoid cross contamination

Question 16

basic brushing procedures

Answer 16

Bass – aka sulcular method - most frequently recommended
Rolling Stroke
Charters
Wiggle Jiggle

Question 17

Benefits of Therapeutic Additives+ benifits

Answer 17

Fluoride - anticariogenic (prevents caries)
Desensitizers - reduces tooth and exposed root sensitivity
Anti-calculus (tartar) - reduces microorganisms in mouth
Anti-gingivitis - reduces microorganisms in mouth.

Question 18

Adverse effects of therapeutic additives

Answer 18

Fluoride - intrinsic staining (mottling)

Cosmetic Additive to whiten may cause sensitivity

Question 19

Cautions of using Natural Dentifrice Products

Answer 19

lack of evidence based research

Natural toothpaste is considered a cosmetic unless it claims a therapeutic benefit, e.g. fluoride

Question 20

CDA/ADA Seal purpose

Answer 20

Purpose: to help the public and dental professionals make informed choices.

Question 21

Mouthrinse: Types & Purpose

Answer 21

Cosmetic: fresh breath and or whitens teeth

Therapeutic oral health benefit/ caries prevention, remineralization, anti-gingivitis / anti-calculus

Question 22

Oil pulling

Answer 22

has no harm or benefits according