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What type of stain can be removed when it is included within the substance of a soft deposit or calculus?
What type of stain can be removed when it is included within the substance of a soft deposit or calculus?
In which dental deposit is green stain primarily embedded?
In which dental deposit is green stain primarily embedded?
What is the etiology of green stain (extrinsic)?
What is the etiology of green stain (extrinsic)?
When is intrinsic stain unable to be removed?
When is intrinsic stain unable to be removed?
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What is the primary cause of green stain on teeth?
What is the primary cause of green stain on teeth?
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Where is black line stain (extrinsic) most frequently found on teeth?
Where is black line stain (extrinsic) most frequently found on teeth?
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What is the color of tobacco stain (extrinsic) on teeth?
What is the color of tobacco stain (extrinsic) on teeth?
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Which age group does green stain occurrence primarily affect?
Which age group does green stain occurrence primarily affect?
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What is the most common cause of metallic stains on teeth?
What is the most common cause of metallic stains on teeth?
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How does poor oral hygiene contribute to brown stains on teeth?
How does poor oral hygiene contribute to brown stains on teeth?
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What is the primary preventive measure for minimizing direct contact between teeth and medication?
What is the primary preventive measure for minimizing direct contact between teeth and medication?
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What contributes to a wide range of colors of stains on teeth?
What contributes to a wide range of colors of stains on teeth?
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Study Notes
Stains in Dental Health
- Intrinsic stains can be removed if they are part of soft deposits or calculations.
- Green stain is primarily found embedded in dental plaque.
- Etiology of green stain is often associated with the presence of iron compounds, often from bacteria or certain foods.
- Intrinsic stains become impossible to remove when they originate from within the tooth structure, such as from developmental issues or aging.
- The primary cause of green stain on teeth is bacteria that produce a green pigment in the presence of poor oral hygiene.
- Black line stain is most frequently found along the gingival margin of teeth.
- Tobacco stain typically appears as a dark brown or black extrinsic stain on teeth.
- Green stain occurrence primarily affects children and adolescents.
- The most common cause of metallic stains on teeth is exposure to metals such as iron, copper, or nickel in various substances.
- Poor oral hygiene contributes to brown stains due to the accumulation of plaque and tartar, which can lead to the staining of teeth.
- A primary preventive measure for minimizing direct contact between teeth and medication is using a straw or not allowing medications to linger in the mouth.
- Stains on teeth can vary widely in color due to different sources, such as food, drinks, tobacco, and certain medications.
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Test your knowledge about the occurrence, etiology, and clinical features of dental green stain, which primarily occurs in childhood and is associated with poor oral hygiene, dental biofilm retention, and chromogenic bacteria. Learn about its appearance and causes with this quiz.
