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Test 2 Flashcards

1
Q

what are the two bacteria that cause dental caries

A

mutans streptococci and lactobacilli

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2
Q

where are the bacteria that cause cavities found

A

plaque

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3
Q

how long does oral biofilm take to form (plaque)

A

24 hours

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4
Q

what sticks plaque to your teeth

A

pellicle

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5
Q

what is the mineral that makes it easier for the tooth to dissolve

A

carbon apatite

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6
Q

what does saliva do to prevent caries

A

remineralizes and cleans

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7
Q

what is xerostomia

A

Dryness of the mouth caused by reduction of saliva

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8
Q

what form of fluoride is used for patients with a gag reflex

A

foam

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9
Q

what chemical is some types of gum can prevent cavities

A

xylitol

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10
Q

what is gingivitis

A

redness and inflammation of the gums

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11
Q

what circular brushing technique is recommended for children

A

Fones

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12
Q

what brushing technique is recommended to adults

A

Bass

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13
Q

brushing technique where you hold the brush still and massage the gums (periodontal disease)

A

stillmans

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14
Q

which sugar cause the most caries

A

sucrose

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15
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what brushing technique is recommended for patients with braces

A

charter

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16
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what is the job of carbohydrates

A

fuel the body and protect against disease

17
Q

what is the job of protein

A

repair tissues

18
Q

what are the 3 types of carbs

A

simple complex and dietary fibre

19
Q

what is the good type of fat

A

HDL

20
Q

what is the bad type of fat

A

LDL (sometimes contains cholesterol)

21
Q

which minerals remineralize the teeth

A

calcium and phosphate

22
Q

which is worse for the teeth and why? pop or chewy candy

A

chewy (because it stays in the teeth)

23
Q

what is anodontia

A

missing teeth

24
Q

what is a supernumerary tooth

A

an extra tooth

25
Q

what is erosion

A

wearing away of the teeth (like rocks)

26
Q

what is leukoplakia

A

white film on tongue

27
Q

what is exostosis

A

benign bony growth

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