5 Questions
What is the most cariogenic sugar?
Sucrose
What characteristic fall in plaque pH occurs after sugar intake?
Slow return to the original value in about an hour
What is the relationship between sugar intake frequency and the period for the sugar retained in close contact with the enamel surface?
Positive relationship
What does the Stephan curve graph show in relation to dental caries?
Reduction in plaque pH after sugar intake
What takes place due to the drop in pH after the consumption of sugar?
Demineralization of tooth surfaces
Test your knowledge on the relationship between dental caries and carbohydrate intake. Learn about the impact of sucrose and sugar intake frequency on dental plaque and enamel surface.
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