Unit 3 part 2 Flashcards
How longer after acid ingestion does it clear from the mouth?
20 min
Fluoride is considered a ——– agent?
Bacteriostatic
In smooth surface caries the disease apex is pointing towards the?
Occlusal surface
In P&F caries the disease apex is pointing towards the?
DEJ
Streptococcus Mutan bacteria covert —— to ——-
Food (sugar)
Lactic acid
What forms the sticky matrix of dental plaque?
Dextrans
Outer surface caries is termed ——– caries?
Incipient
Once caries is through enamel it spreads —?
Laterally
Endogenous means ——– and causes —— staining?
Comes from within
Intrinsic
What is the most prevalent cause of intrinsic staining?
Tetracycline
Tetracycline has an affinity for what tooth forming structure?
Hydroxyapatite crystals
What people shouldn’t take tetracycline?
Pregnant women
Kids under 12
——- ppm is normal fluoride level in water?
0.7
Fluorosis occurs when concentration of fluoride exceeds ——-ppm?
5
Everyone has an ——- whiteness ability?
Inherent