Oral Health Messages M1

Question 1

What are the four OH messages?

Answer 1

1. reduce sugar consumption.
2. Clean teeth & gums throughly with fluoride toothpaste.
3. Regular dental attendance.
4. Fluoride

Question 2

If any, when should sugar be consumed?

Answer 2

At meal times, no more than 3 times per day.

Question 3

Why are sugar free sweets not an acceptable snack?

Answer 3

It encourages a sweet tooth.

Question 4

What are the emphasis when cleaning teeth and gums?

Answer 4

Remove all plaque.
Brush for 2-3mins

Question 5

What is regular attendance at the dentist regulated by?

Answer 5

NICE

Question 6

Name the OH target patient groups.

Answer 6

1. Expectant & nursing mothers
2. Children/parents of
3. Teenagers
4. 5-12 year olds/parents of
5. Preschool children/parents of
6. Adults
7. Elderly
8. Medically compromised

Question 7

What three main areas is Tannahills model of health promotion is concerned with?

Answer 7

1. Prevention
2. Health Protection
3. Health Education

Question 8

What is the Tones K theory?

Answer 8

This study suggests the success of the health education is dependant on persuading the individuals to chose healthier options. Ignores socio-eco roots of ill health.

Question 9

What is the Prochaska and DiClemente Model?

Answer 9

Describes the process of change. Suggests an individual will be at one of a number of stages to make life-style changes.

Question 10

What are the five stages in Prochaska and DiClemete?

Answer 10

1. Pre-contemplation - not aware they have a problem.
2. Contemplation - aware, but not yet made the commitment
3. Preparation - small changes
4. Action - make changes
5. Maintenance - continues efforts

Question 11

To what age should parents supervise brushing?

Answer 11

7 years old

Question 12

Asian patients may chew on what? This is detrimental to the health of teeth?

Answer 12

Betal nuts