Policy on Early Childhood Caries (ECC): Classifications, Consequences, and Preventive Strategies

Question 1

For the overall population of preschool children, the prevalence of ECC, as measured by which measurement is unchanged from previous surveys? Which measurement has increased and what does that indicate? (Hint: DFS)

Answer 1

Decayed is unchanged

Filled has greatly increased indicating that more treatment is being provided

Question 2

What are the two microbial risk factors for ECC?

Answer 2

MS

Lactobacillus

Question 3

Caries condicive dietary practices appear to be established by __ months of age and are maintained throughout early childhood

Answer 3

12

Question 4

According to the AAP, intake of 100% fruit juice should be limited to how many ounces per day for children one through six years old?

Answer 4

4-6 ounces

Question 5

How many mg of fluoride are in a smear or rice-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste?

Answer 5

0.1 mg

Question 6

How many mg of fluoride are in a pea-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste?

Answer 6

0.25 mg

Question 7

What is the age range where a pea-sized amount of flouridated toothpaste should be use?

Answer 7

3-6 yrs old

Question 8

What is the age range where a smear or rice-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste should be used?

Answer 8

younger than 3 years of age

Question 9

When should ad libitum breast-feeding be avoided?

Answer 9

After the first primary tooth beings to erupt and other dietary carbohydrates are introduced

Question 10

When should baby bottle use be discontinued?

Answer 10

after 12-18 months