Test 2: Mechanical and chemotherapeutic oral hygiene TEST #2 Flashcards
T/F A soft brush is preferable for most uses in pediatric dentistry because of the decreased likelihood of gingival tissue trauma
True
Why is a soft brush toothbrush used in pediatric dentistry?
- Decrease likelihood of gingival tissue trauma
- Increased interproximal cleaning
What electric toothbrush has the ADA accepted?
-Oral B
what are the primary tools for preventing dental disease?
- mechanical removal of plaque
- promotion of remineralization of tooth surface
T or F:
no single toothbrush design has been scientifically proven to be superior for the removal of plaque
true
T or F:
you should always replace a toothbrush every 2 months regardless of toothbrush wear
false
the cleansing effectiveness of toothbrushes is maintained until pronounced toothbrush wear has occurred
have clinical studies showed any difference in cleaning efficacy, comfort of use, or ease of use among available floss types?
no
___ is a paste or powder for cleaning the teeth
dentrifice
___ is a dentrifice in the form of a paste
toothpaste
what are 3 things that a child’s dentrifice should contain?
- fluoride
- rank low in abrasiveness
- carry the ADA seal of acceptance
what brushing technique removes as much or more plaque than other techniques, regardless of the child’s age and whether the brushing is performed by the parent or the child
horizontal scrub technique
what is the brushing technique most naturally adopted by children?
horizontal scrub technique
studies have shown that children 8-11 years old learn how to use dental floss effectively in what time frame?
within 10 days
T or F:
it may be better to remove plaque effectively once every 3rd day rather than attempting to inadequately remove it multiple times daily
true
completion of effective oral hygiene procedures at intervals up to ___ hours is compatible with gingival health
48 hours
what brushing period provides the greatest plaque removal benefit of all time periods tested?
1 minute
is bedtime or morning usually a more effective time for children to brush their teeth effectively?
bedtime
___ is an antiseptic agent that has an ability to reduce plaque and gingivitis scores
chlorhexidine (Rx)
what are 4 sugar substitutes?
- xylitol
- mannitol
- sucralose
- aspartame
what are UCLA lollipops?
sugarfree lollipops infused with a natural ingredient that kills strep mutans (primary bacterium that causes tooth decay)
what age patients should receive gentle cleansing as an oral hygiene method?
<1 year old
at what age should patient begin using a toothbrush, and using limited fluoride toothpaste?
1-3 years old
during what age is flossing most likely to begin?
- 3-6 years old
- at this age, it is still the responsibility of the parent to be the primary provider of oral hygiene procedures
at what age should children begin providing their own oral hygiene procedures, with just the active supervision of their parents?
6-12 years old