Preventative Procedures Flashcards
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Extrinsic stains
outside of the tooth enamel
how to remove extrinsic stains
polishing
intrinsic satins
inside of the tooth enamel
how to remove intrinsic stains
cannot be removed
examples of extrinsic stains
tobacco, yellow(poor oral hygiene), green, black line satins
characteristics of plaque
sticky, soft
plaque is made up of
bacteria
when does plaque form
between 12-24 hours
if left on teeth
will mineralize and form calculus
best tool to remove plaque
soft toothbrush placed at a 45 degree angel against the tooth towards the gum line
disclosing products contain
iodine and is not recommended for diabetic PTs
what do disclosing agents do
stain plaque for PTs to see where they may be leaving plaque routinely
disclosing agents are used for
educational purposes for PTs
don’t polish on
exposed dentin, cementum, or decalcified areas
done use fluoride paste when
preparing for acid etching
polish with
light pressure, away from gingiva, continuously refilling to minimize heat
purpose for pit & fissure sealants
used to seal occlusal grooves to prevent caries
never place sealants if
decay is present
sealant is
clear plastic like material
sealants are placed only on what teeth
molars and premolars
2 types of sealants
self cured and light cured
1 step for sealants
polish with non fluoride paste
step 2 sealant
etch
step 3 sealant
rinse and dry tooth
step 4
place sealant material in grooves
step 5
cure
step 6
check with articulation paper
step 7
dentist may adjust
