Nutrition Flashcards
What is the critical period?
time which environment has greatest impact on developing embryo
When does tooth development begin?
6 weeks gestation (in utero)
T/F: Saliva plays a key role in life in caries prevention
True
T/F: Nutrients do not affect the salivary glands
False
T/F: Nutrients do no affect periodontal tissue
False
Which nutrients affect alveolar bone quality?
Ca, P, Mg+Vitamin D
Which nutrients affect collagen formation of soft tissue?
Vitamin C
What does malnutrition lead to?
delayed tooth development
What does protein deficiency impact?
delayed tooth size and eruption sequence, decreased enamel solubility, salivary gland dysfunction
What are the macro nutrients?
protein, carbohydrates (starches,sugars), fats, water
What are the micro nutrients?
Vitamin A, B, C, D ,K, Calcium+ Phosphorus, Iron, Zinc
What are carbs used for? fats? proteins?
quick energy, long term energy storage, repair and building
How much protein do you need a day?
6 oz, about a palm of the hand
What type of patients are protein deprived?
vegan generally
What are complete proteins?
generally from animal source:dairy, eggs, meat. essential amino acids found
What are incomplete proteins?
generally from vegetable sources. lack some amino acids