Intro to Paediatric Dentistry Flashcards
1
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what is is paediatric dentistry defined as
A
the provision of oral care from childhood to adolescence
2
Q
what is involved in prevention for paediatric dentistry
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- diet and oral hygiene instruction
- toothbrushing advice
- toothpaste advice
- measures taken by the dentist
3
Q
which children are more likely to have poor dental health
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- hard to reach children are less likely to have a routine check up, receive less preventative advice, use less fluoride toothpaste, consume more toothpaste
- children who have been chronically ill
4
Q
which treatments are involved in emergency care
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trauma to the teeth
trauma to soft tissues
toothache and dental abscess
5
Q
what are some conditions associated with dentally compromised children
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- congenitally missing teeth
- supernumaries
- amelogenesis imperfecta
- dentinogenesis imperfecta
- dental anomalies
6
Q
describe the link between pain and anxiety
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- anxious subjects are more likely than non anxious people to report pain
- anxiety can be influenced by family members and friends
7
Q
what are some psychological factors that can influence pain perception
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- anxiety
- previous experience
- expectation
- anticipation
- communication
- control
8
Q
when is general anaesthetic provided to children
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- medical compromising conditions
- difficult or complex dental treatment
- very young children with high caries rate
9
Q
what are the aims of paediatric dentistry
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- get the patient from childhood to adulthoood with as minimal dental intervention as appropriate
- pass them onto adult services with sound dentition and confidence dental patient without fear or anxiety
