Pharmaceutics II: Oral Hygiene Products

What does Essentia water do to the debris in the mouth?

It accumulates it
It neutralizes it
It transforms it
It washes it away (correct)

What is the purpose of using Alkaline Water?

To reduce the pH inside the mouth
To maintain the pH inside the mouth
To increase the pH inside the mouth (correct)
To decrease the pH inside the mouth

Who can apply fluoride varnish?

A patient themselves
A pharmacist
A dentist, dental hygienist, or other health care professional (correct)
Only a dentist

What is the main difference between fluoride varnish and fluoride gel?

Their method of application (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of fluoride varnish?

To prevent tooth decay and demineralize the tooth surface (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many fluoride-containing varnish products are available in the market?

More than 30 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of caries reduction in children and adolescents with the use of fluoride gels?

21-28% (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of humectants in mouthwash?

To aid in solubilization of flavor and add sweetness (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of flavors in mouthwash?

To leave a nice fresh feeling (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ethanol in mouthwash?

To act as a solubilizer and provide freshness effect (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of agents may be present in mouthwash to act as preservatives?

Anti-microbial agents (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of fluoride gels in dental care?

To reduce caries increment (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended time to use the compound sodium mouth wash?

In the morning and at night (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of sodium bicarbonate in the mouth wash?

To act as a mechanical cleaner and antiseptic (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of double strength chloroform water in the mouth wash?

To preserve the mouth wash (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a good food habit for oral health?

Consuming more sugars (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of concentrated peppermint emulsion in the mouth wash?

To enhance the flavor of the mouth wash (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who is quoted as saying 'Brushing the teeth is a tradition of the prophet'?

Imam Al-Sadiq A.S (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of cetyl pyridinium chloride (CPC) and Chlorhexidine in a mouthwash?

To leave a fresh feeling (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of buffers in the mouthwash?

To maintain a suitable pH (B) Signup and view all the answers

How much of sodium bicarbonate is required in the preparation of the mouthwash?

10 gm (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the final volume of the prepared mouthwash?

1000 ml (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should the mouthwash be stored?

In a tightly closed container at cool and dry place (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is another use of the mouthwash apart from rinsing the oral cavity?

Treating inflammatory conditions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of oral hygiene?

To keep the mouth and teeth in good condition (D) Signup and view all the answers

How often should one brush their teeth for good oral hygiene?

Twice a day (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using fluoride mouth rinse?

As directed by the dentist (C) Signup and view all the answers

What classification do oral hygiene products fall under?

Cosmetic preparations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between dental materials and oral hygiene products?

Oral hygiene products are used by patients without reference to a dental health professional (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the examples of oral hygiene products?

Tooth bleaching agents (B) Signup and view all the answers