Prvnt Ch 15 Flashcards
Preventive dentistry
Program of patient education, use of fluorides, application of dental sealants, proper nutrition, and plaque control
Dental sealant
Coating that covers the occlusal pits and fissures of teeth protects difficult to clean occlusal surfaces
Fluoride varnish
Method of administering of topical fluoride
Pontic
Artificial tooth that replaces a missing natural tooth
Systemic fluoride
Ingested and circulated fluoride
Topical fluoride
Applied directly to teeth
Disclosing agent
Applied to teeth to make visible plaque that is not reached while brushing
Two most common dental diseases
Dental caries and periodontal disease
Patient Ed guidelines
Listen, instruct how to remove plaque, assess needs, select home care aid, simple instructions, reinforce home care
Preventive dentistry program
Patient Ed, use of fluorides, application of dental sealants, prop nutrition, plaque control program
When do babies have first visit to dentist?
By their first Bday
What does fluoride do
Combats dental caries by slowing demineralization and enhancing remineralization
Primary source of fluoride
Toothpaste
What sugar is most carcinogenic
Sucrose
What artificial sweetener prevents caries
Xylitol
What does xylitol inhibit
Growth of streptococcus mutans
Plaque control program
Keeps plaque under control by brushing flossing using interdental aids and anti microbial solutions
What type of bristles are preferred
Nylon
How often should you replace your toothbrush
8-12 weeks
What’s a frequently recommended brushing technique
Bass or modified bass
Sonicare description
Brush head vibrates with sound
What’s the difference in effectiveness of waxed or unwaxed floss
None
What are bridge threaders used for
Pass dental floss under the Pontic of a fixed bridge
How do u brush dentures
Commercial denture cleanser, mild soap, dishwashing soap, mild toothpaste
What do oral irrigation devices do
Helps reduce bacterial levels in subgingival and interproximal areas
