Dental Caries and Early Childhood Caries Quiz

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What is the main cause of dental caries according to the text?

Fermentation of carbohydrate to organic acids by micro-organisms in plaque on the tooth surface

What theory of caries etiology is commonly supported by research?

Acidogenic theory of caries etiology

What is the critical pH level at which enamel will dissolve?

pH 5.5

What is the process that occurs due to the action of organic acids produced by micro-organisms within the dental plaque?

Enamel demineralization and remineralization Signup and view all the answers

What factors contribute to dental caries according to the text?

Environmental, behavioural and genetic factors Signup and view all the answers

What is the main feature of the caries process according to the text?

Acid production lowering the pH at the enamel surface Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is not suggested to contribute to Early Childhood Caries (ECC)?

Regular brushing with fluoride toothpaste Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of ECC?

Prolonged exposure to cariogenic substrate around maxillary anterior teeth Signup and view all the answers

What are the impacts of ECC on a child's health?

Increased likelihood of iron-deficiency anemia Signup and view all the answers

What are the objectives for managing ECC?

Prevention of the carious process and treatment through restoration and oral rehabilitation Signup and view all the answers

What are the prevention strategies for ECC?

National education programs and appropriate dietary habits Signup and view all the answers

What does restoration and oral rehabilitation for ECC involve?

Cessation of harmful habits and dietary advice Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following texts is recommended for understanding the epidemiology and etiology of caries in children?

Pediatric Dentistry - a Clinical Approach; 3rd Edition, Wiley Blackwell Signup and view all the answers

Which edition of the book 'Pediatric Dentistry' is recommended for understanding the epidemiology and etiology of caries in children?

5th Edition Signup and view all the answers

Which source provides information on the effect of early childhood caries on the quality of life of children and their parents?

The effect of early childhood caries on the quality of life of children and their parents. Contemporary Clinical Dentistry, 2(2), 98–101 Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic aid is contraindicated due to potential enamel damage and bacterial transfer?

Visual–tactile examination with sharp probes Signup and view all the answers

What is the first visible sign of caries?

White spot lesion Signup and view all the answers

Which text is recommended for understanding the effect of early childhood caries on the quality of life of children and their parents?

The effect of early childhood caries on the quality of life of children and their parents. Contemporary Clinical Dentistry, 2(2), 98–101 Signup and view all the answers

Which text is recommended for understanding the management of early childhood caries?

Pediatric Dentistry - a Clinical Approach; 3rd Edition, Wiley Blackwell Signup and view all the answers

Which source is recommended for understanding the types and stages of early childhood caries (ECC)?

Early childhood caries, AAPD Signup and view all the answers

Which caries‐diagnostic tool creates high-resolution digital images to detect decay, serving as an alternative to radiography?

DiFOTI Signup and view all the answers

Which caries‐diagnostic tool measures tooth and bacterial fluorescence, providing standardized measures for diagnostic decisions and lesion monitoring?

Laser fluorescence devices Signup and view all the answers

Which caries‐diagnostic tool uses a light source to reveal carious lesions, with accuracy comparable to radiographs?

FOTI Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment for pediatric caries involves excavation of carious lesions, restorations, and extractions if needed?

Fluoride application and restorations Signup and view all the answers

Where is caries experience highest in industrialized countries?

Deprived and ethnic minority groups Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Rampant caries rate?

10 or more new lesions/year Signup and view all the answers

What is the etiology of Rampant caries?

Emotional disturbances, tension, and anxiety Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Early Childhood Caries (ECC)?

Decayed, missing, or filled tooth surfaces in any primary tooth in a child under six Signup and view all the answers

What is ECC related to?

Frequent consumption of sugary drinks Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence of dental caries in England by age 3?

12% Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Dental Caries and Early Childhood Caries: Epidemiology, Rampant Caries, and Etiology

Dental caries prevalence varies by country, region, and social/ethnic groups
Prevalence of dental caries has decreased in developed countries since the late 1970s
By age 3, 12% of children in England already have dental decay
Caries in primary teeth remains a considerable problem in preschool and school-aged children
In industrialized countries, caries experience is highest in deprived and ethnic minority groups
In developing countries, well-off urban children have the most caries experience
Rampant caries is a suddenly appearing, widespread, rapidly burrowing type of caries
Rampant caries rate is defined as 10 or more new lesions/year
Emotional disturbances, tension, and anxiety are factors in the etiology of rampant caries
Early Childhood Caries (ECC) is a virulent form of dental decay affecting primary teeth of toddlers and preschool children
ECC is defined as the presence of decayed, missing, or filled tooth surfaces in any primary tooth in a child under six
ECC is related to frequent consumption of sugary drinks, on-demand breastfeeding, and bottle use, especially at bedtime

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