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What does a comprehensive Oral Health Assessment (OHAR) include?
What does a comprehensive Oral Health Assessment (OHAR) include?
Why is it important to reassess a patient's caries risk before each treatment course?
Why is it important to reassess a patient's caries risk before each treatment course?
What is the primary goal of caries risk assessment?
What is the primary goal of caries risk assessment?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in a caries risk assessment?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in a caries risk assessment?
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What is the significance of documenting the risk assessment process?
What is the significance of documenting the risk assessment process?
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During a caries risk assessment, what should be evaluated alongside risks?
During a caries risk assessment, what should be evaluated alongside risks?
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How does patient history contribute to caries risk assessment?
How does patient history contribute to caries risk assessment?
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What is an expected outcome of a caries risk assessment?
What is an expected outcome of a caries risk assessment?
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Which factor is considered a risk factor in caries risk assessment?
Which factor is considered a risk factor in caries risk assessment?
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What aspect of diet is crucial for assessing caries risk?
What aspect of diet is crucial for assessing caries risk?
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Which of the following is a protective factor against caries?
Which of the following is a protective factor against caries?
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What social history factor may influence caries risk?
What social history factor may influence caries risk?
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Which oral hygiene practice is recommended for caries risk assessment?
Which oral hygiene practice is recommended for caries risk assessment?
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What dental history factor could indicate higher caries risk?
What dental history factor could indicate higher caries risk?
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Which of the following reflects a potential outcome of effective caries risk assessment?
Which of the following reflects a potential outcome of effective caries risk assessment?
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What condition listed under medical history can affect caries risk?
What condition listed under medical history can affect caries risk?
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Which examination finding suggests poor caries control?
Which examination finding suggests poor caries control?
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Which of the following statements about caries risk assessment is correct?
Which of the following statements about caries risk assessment is correct?
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What is a key reason for conducting a risk assessment in dental care?
What is a key reason for conducting a risk assessment in dental care?
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Which patient is likely at higher risk for dental issues based on the information provided?
Which patient is likely at higher risk for dental issues based on the information provided?
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What does effective risk assessment require?
What does effective risk assessment require?
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Which of the following scenarios illustrates the importance of reviewing risk assessment over time?
Which of the following scenarios illustrates the importance of reviewing risk assessment over time?
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What could justify a treatment plan in a patient's dental care?
What could justify a treatment plan in a patient's dental care?
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What is the effect of water fluoridation on caries incidence?
What is the effect of water fluoridation on caries incidence?
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Which of the following factors is NOT indicated to influence future caries incidence?
Which of the following factors is NOT indicated to influence future caries incidence?
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What role does parental education play in caries incidence?
What role does parental education play in caries incidence?
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Which structured caries risk assessment tool is associated with the American Dental Association?
Which structured caries risk assessment tool is associated with the American Dental Association?
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How can increased brushing frequency impact caries incidence?
How can increased brushing frequency impact caries incidence?
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What is a common characteristic of patients with special needs in relation to caries?
What is a common characteristic of patients with special needs in relation to caries?
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Which of the following is NOT a structured caries risk assessment tool?
Which of the following is NOT a structured caries risk assessment tool?
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What does research indicate regarding diet and caries development?
What does research indicate regarding diet and caries development?
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Which caries risk assessment approach involves structured tools?
Which caries risk assessment approach involves structured tools?
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What should be the next step after undertaking a patient's assessment?
What should be the next step after undertaking a patient's assessment?
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What is the significance of a patient's caries risk level?
What is the significance of a patient's caries risk level?
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Which preventive treatment is recommended for high-risk individuals?
Which preventive treatment is recommended for high-risk individuals?
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How often should children at high risk receive bitewing radiographs?
How often should children at high risk receive bitewing radiographs?
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What fluoride concentration in toothpaste is recommended for patients with a higher caries risk?
What fluoride concentration in toothpaste is recommended for patients with a higher caries risk?
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For adults categorized as having low caries risk, how often should they have radiographic assessments?
For adults categorized as having low caries risk, how often should they have radiographic assessments?
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Which of the following statements reflects a misconception about treatment phasing?
Which of the following statements reflects a misconception about treatment phasing?
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What type of preventive advice is typically given based on a patient's assessed risk?
What type of preventive advice is typically given based on a patient's assessed risk?
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Which group would likely require fluoride varnish application according to risk assessments?
Which group would likely require fluoride varnish application according to risk assessments?
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What is the primary purpose of risk assessment in dental care?
What is the primary purpose of risk assessment in dental care?
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Study Notes
Dental Caries Risk Assessment
- Caries risk assessment is a systematic process for evaluating potential risks to assess a patient's future risk of oral disease.
- It should be done ideally before disease occurs.
- It's important to consider risk and protective factors.
- Oral health assessment and review (OHAR) is done within routine primary dental care.
- It involves a comprehensive assessment of a patient's social history, dental history, medical histories and oral health status.
- This assessment leads to diagnosis, risk assessment, personalized care planning, and ongoing review.
- The information includes factors that influence caries development.
- Assessing caries risk is important for patient care planning, effective treatment and prevention.
GDC Learning Outcomes
- Recognize the importance of, and record a comprehensive and contemporaneous patient history.
- Recognize the significance of changes in a patient's reported oral health status and take appropriate action.
- Discuss the role of the dental therapist and other members of the dental team in the treatment plan.
Intended Learning Outcomes
- Define oral health assessment.
- Explain risk assessment.
- List factors to consider in an oral health assessment.
- Describe how risk assessment results inform future care.
- Describe documentation importance.
Risk Factors and Protective Factors
- Protective factors include good oral hygiene, fluoride use, and routine attendance.
- Risk factors include, for example, poor oral hygiene, smoking, and a history of diabetes.
- Risk factors and protective factors play a significant role in a patient's risk profile.
Structured Approaches to Caries Risk Assessment
- American Dental Association CRA tools (CRA), tool <6 and tool >6.
- Caries management by risk assessment (CAMBRA), CRA tool (parts 1 and 2).
- American Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (AAPD) CRA tool.
- Dundee CRA tool.
- Cariogram (available on app stores).
Unstructured Approaches to Caries Risk Assessment
- Unstructured questions and evaluation around medical history, social history, oral hygiene, diet history, dental history, and examination.
Caries Risk Assessment Tools and Effectiveness
- Evidence on existing caries risk assessment systems' validity is limited.
- Identification of high-risk individuals may not always lead to long-term effective management.
- Assessing caries risk is still important.
Factors to Assess if Not Using a Tool
- Medical history (diabetes, medication use, reduced saliva)
- Diet history (timing, frequency, sugary foods)
- Social history (family history of caries in children)
- Oral hygiene (fluoride use, brushing frequency, quality of hygiene)
- Dental history (previous caries experience, restorations)
How Caries Risk Assessment Information Will be Used
- This information will direct preventative measures, treatment, and complex treatment options for the patient.
- Different risk categories (low, moderate, high) will affect the level and frequency of intervention.
- A risk-based interval dictates how often the patient should be reviewed to assess ongoing treatment and prevention.
Supporting Materials/Tools for Caries Risk Assessment
- Examples of caries management pathways for different age groups (0-5 years old and ≥6 years old) and their associated risk management and restorative interventions are included.
Patient Example Question
- Which patient has a higher risk of caries?
- Examples of different patient scenarios (young, old) and their oral care (including risk factors and protective factors) are shown.
- Questions and examples regarding patient management are presented.
Summary
- Risk assessment requires a systematic approach as patient risk can change over time.
- Assessing every aspect of the patient’s oral condition, together, is crucial.
- This assessment method enables better care planning.
- Several tools to assist this process are available.
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This quiz evaluates your understanding of dental caries risk assessment, a crucial process for predicting oral health issues before they arise. It covers the comprehensive evaluation of a patient's history and current oral health status, focusing on risk factors and personalized care planning.
