Tooth decay and drug abuse Flashcards
How many layers does the tooth consist of?
four layers
the hardest layer of tooth
Enamel
the third layer of the tooth
Dentine
What are the roots covered with
cement, a tissue with minerals
What is tooth decay
is an opportunistic infection that benefits from poorly formed or poorly cleaned teeth
How can you cure tooth decay
by only eating one or two meals per day
What is alcohol abuse
the use f alcohol in a way that affects the drinker negatively
effects of alcohol abuse
a state of helplessness
To be under the influence of alcohol to such an extent that you become a danger to yourself and others
To develop an addiction
Consequences of drinking too much
Dismissal Unemployment Divorce Homelessness The heart can suffer from alcohol abuse A nervous disorder such as Korsakov syndrome may also occur It can increase the risk of diabetes
What happens to the liver when consuming alcohol
The liver finds it difficult to endure the regular use of alcoholic beverages
The liver can enlarge or liver cirrhosis can occur
Effects of cocaine
Enlarged pupil Dry mouth Excessive activity Irritable, nervous Running nose Chronic sinus Nosebleed
Signs of Abuse of Hallucinogens
Extremely dilated pupil
Excessive sweating
Distorted sense of sight, hearing, and feeling
Distorted self-esteem and time perception
Mood and behavioral changes
Unpredictable episodes of flashbacks
Examples of hallucinogens
LSD
Marijuana
Hashish
Anabolic steroids
Semi-synthetic drugs
Heroin
Morphine
Opium
Signs of narcotic abuse
Sleepy, drowsiness contracted pupils Failure to respond to light Unclear speech Constantly at the doctor for prescriptions
