10 Questions
Which factor is NOT involved in dental caries according to the text?
Tobacco usage
What is the typical resting pH range of saliva according to the text?
6.5-6.9
Which tooth structure is mentioned as important in carious attack susceptibility?
Enamel and dentine
What is the main function of saliva in the oral cavity according to the text?
Digestion and swallowing
What does plaque microorganisms metabolize to produce acids according to the text?
Carbohydrates
Match the following factors with their involvement in dental caries:
Host factors = Involved in tooth structure and saliva Diet = Involvement in carious lesion progression Time = One of the four main factors involved in dental caries Plaque microorganisms = Produce acids causing demineralization of teeth enamel
Match the following functions of saliva with their descriptions:
Digestion, swallowing, cleansing, lubrication, bactericidal, excretory = Functions served by saliva in the oral cavity Resting pH (6.5-6.9), stimulating pH (7.0-7.5), buffering capacity = Saliva's pH range and buffering capacity
Match the following stages with their consequences in dental caries infection:
Dentine to the pulp = Results in pulpitis and later necrosis Surface layer of enamel loss = Progresses the infection via dentine to the pulp
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Chronic endogenous multifactorial disease = Description of dental caries Nomenclature = Refers to the naming of dental caries
Match the following minerals with their importance in tooth structure susceptibility to carious attack:
Fluoride = Possibly affects differences in mineral content and susceptibility to carious attack
Test your knowledge of the microbiological aspects of dental caries with this quiz. Learn about the chronic endogenous disease and its impact on teeth enamel, pulp, and more.
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