Paediatric Dentistry

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Which branch of dentistry is concerned with the dental care of children?

  • Orthodontics
  • Paedodontics (correct)
  • Endodontics
  • Periodontics

What is the definition of eruption of teeth?

  • The movement of the tooth from the oral cavity into the jaw tissues
  • The completion of crown formation
  • The movement of the tooth through the tissues of the jaw towards occlusion into the oral cavity (correct)
  • The formation of teeth

Which factors can influence the formation and eruption of teeth?

  • Emotional factors
  • Genetic factors (correct)
  • Social factors
  • Nutritional factors

What is the primary dentition also known as?

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At what stage does each tooth start to move toward occlusion?

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Paedodontics

The branch of dentistry focused on providing dental care to children.

Eruption of teeth

The process where a tooth moves through the jaw tissues towards its functional position in the mouth.

Factors influencing tooth development

Genetic factors can influence the formation and eruption of teeth

Primary dentition

The initial set of teeth that develop in humans, which are later replaced by permanent teeth.

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Timing of tooth movement

Each tooth starts to move toward occlusion at the time of crown completion

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Study Notes

Dentistry and Children

  • Pediatric dentistry focuses on the dental care of children, addressing their unique oral health needs from infancy through adolescence.

Eruption of Teeth

  • Eruption refers to the process by which teeth emerge from the gums and become visible in the mouth.

Factors Affecting Teeth Formation and Eruption

  • Genetic factors can determine the timing and sequence of tooth eruption.
  • Environmental factors, such as nutrition, can influence dental development.
  • Health conditions, including systemic diseases or dental-related issues, can also affect tooth formation and eruption.

Primary Dentition

  • Also known as "deciduous" or "baby teeth," primary dentition consists of 20 teeth that provide essential functions in a child's oral cavity before permanent teeth replace them.

Tooth Movement Toward Occlusion

  • The process of tooth movement toward occlusion begins at the eruption phase, where each tooth starts to align with opposing teeth for proper bite and function.

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