Understanding Microorganisms Flashcards
What are the 4 main Microorganisms?
Bacteria, Fungi, Virus and Protozoa
What shape does a Cocci Bacteria resemble?
Round bacteria, (Circle shaped)
What shape does a Spirochete Bacteria resemble?
Spiral shaped
What shape does a Bacilli Bacteria resemble?
Rod shaped
What infections and diseases can Bacteria cause in dentistry?
L———, Peric——–, Peri———, M———, S—–, C—– ?
Legionella, Pericoronitis, Periodontitis, Meningitis, Sepsis, Caries
What measures the size of bacteria?
Micrometres, (or Microns)
What might you use to treat a bacterial infection?
Antibiotics
Can disinfectant kill a spore?
No. Spores can only be killed with heat sterilisation
What temperature should the autoclave reach and how long should this temperature be held?
134 Degrees for a minimum of 3 minutes
What protein covers a Virus?
CAPSID
Can you treat a virus with antibiotics?
No. A person must rest when they have a virus
Which is the - LARGEST - Microorganism?
Fungi
Candida Albicans can cause dental conditions due to an overgrowth of Fungi. What 3 might they cause?
Thrush, Denture Stomatitis, Angular Cheilitis
What is a Prion?
Non-Living organism, found in people with CJD.
How is an overgrowth in Fungi treated?
Anti-fungal drugs
What is the size order (largest to smallest) for microorganisms?
Fungi, Bacteria, Virus, Prion
What are the 3 routes of transmission?
Direct, Indirect, AGP
When does Passive Immunity occur?
Passed from mother to baby during pregnancy/breast feeding
What is the difference between Acute & Chronic?
Acute = Short term
Chronic = Long term
What are the 5 types of acute inflammation?
Swelling, Redness, Heat, Pain & Loss of function
What is the scientific name for White blood cells?
Leucocytes
What is ANUG and what causes it?
Acute Necrotic Ulcerative Gingivitis - Caused by Treponema Vincenti (Spirochete) and Bacillus Fusiformis (Bacilli)
(Both bacteria)
Which bacteria causes Decay?
Streptococcus (Cocci bacteria)
