Lec: Oral Flashcards
Sans Ingredients
T/F: There is an Upturn in demand for oral care due to closure of dental
clinics
True
Unit prices of power toothbrushes dropped due to
_____________ strategies
discounting
___________ strengthened leadership with 48%
value share
Colgate-Palmolive
Most complex and most accessible microbial ecosystem of the
human body
HUMAN ORAL CAVITY
is the visible part that extends above the gum (gingiva)
Crown:
sits in the upper or lower jawbone, remains invisible until
recession of the gum exposes some root surfaces
Root:
is the boundary between root and crown
Neck:
is the mucosa that covers the upper and lower jaws, and
surrounds the neck of the teeth
Gingiva:
is a **soft connective tissue **containing
nerves and blood vessels from the root canal.
Dental cavity (pulp cavity):
PARTS OF THE TOOTH
Enamel
Dentin
Cementum
Hardest substance in the human body
ENAMEL
Prevents the tooth from wearing away under pressure of chewing
ENAMEL
Contains calcium hydroxyapatite which starts to dissolve below pH
5.5.
ENAMEL
__________ and ________________ impacts enamel hardness
and strength
Demineralization and remineralization
ENAMEL contains _____________ which starts to dissolve below pH 5.5
calcium hydroxyapatite
Yellowish bone-like layer surrounding the dental cavity
DENTIN
Forms the largest portion of the tooth
DENTIN
More porous, softer, more sensitive, and more susceptible to decay
and wear if exposed
DENTIN
Special connective tissue that covers the dentin at the root
CEMENTUM
Binds the roots of the teeth firmly to the gums and jawbone, and
anchored in the jaw by the periodontal ligament
CEMENTUM
Sticky, colorless film of bacteria and sugars that form on
the teeth
PLAQUE:
Disease resulting in the breakdown and
destruction of the enamel due to demineralization
DENTAL CARIES:
Hardened plaque that causes yellowish-
brown discoloration to the teeth
DENTAL CALCULUS:
Infection of the gums
that can progress to affect bone that surround and support the teeth
GUM DISEASE (PERIODONTAL DISEASE)-
Brief episodes of sharp well-localized pain
when subjected to various stimuli
TOOTH SENSITIVITY-
Spots or small areas
on the teeth contrasting with the rest of teeth color
DENTAL STAINS (TEETH DISCOLORATION)-
Oral malodor due to foods,
alcohol, tobacco, or disease
BAD BREATH (HALITOSIS)-
Paste or gel designed to help remove plaque and stains from the
teeth, and keep breath fresh
TOOTHPASTE (Oral Dentifrice)
Improves mechanical brushing and cleaning power of a toothbrush
TOOTHPASTE (Oral Dentifrice)
Liquid designed to refresh the breath and enhance oral hygiene
MOUTHWASH (Oral or Mouth Rinse)
Use after brushing for more effective cleaning effect
MOUTHWASH (Oral or Mouth Rinse)
Make teeth brighter in dental office settings or salons
TOOTH WHITENING PRODUCTS (Bleaching Products)
Contains ingredients that remove teeth discoloration
TOOTH WHITENING PRODUCTS (Bleaching Products)
Mild abrasive powder used with a toothbrush
TOOTH POWDER
Thin filament used to remove debris and bacterial film caught
between the
DENTAL FLOSS
Change in the appearance of the enamel which may vary from
barely noticeable white spots to staining and pitting
DENTAL FLUOROSIS
May be caused by too much fluoride consumption in children
DENTAL FLUOROSIS
Spots and stains left on the teeth are permanent and may darken
over time
DENTAL FLUOROSIS
T/F: DENTAL FLUOROSIS has pleasant taste and smell
True
T/F: DENTAL FLUOROSIS do not
foam well
false. foams well
T/F:DENTAL FLUOROSIS is non sticky and has good texture
True
T/F: DENTAL FLUOROSIS should be bubble free
True
Mild cosmetic detergent for cleaning the teeth
TOOTHPASTE
Intended to freshen the breath and remove deposits from the teeth
TOOTHPASTE