Postnatal History and Pregnancy Complications
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What is the primary function of fluoride in preventing tooth decay?

  • Strengthening tooth enamel (correct)
  • Reducing sugar cravings
  • Increasing saliva production
  • Killing bacteria in the mouth
  • What is the name of the condition that occurs when a baby's teeth are in frequent contact with sugars from drinks?

  • Infant tooth rot
  • Baby bottle tooth decay (correct)
  • Early childhood cavities
  • Nursing caries
  • What is the long-term effect of baby bottle tooth decay on oral health?

  • Faster tooth development
  • Increased risk of caries in permanent teeth (correct)
  • Improved oral health
  • No significant effect
  • What is the benefit of fluoride in regards to tooth decay repair?

    <p>It helps with remineralization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for when fluoride is consumed through drinking water or supplements?

    <p>Systemic fluoride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of fluoride on tooth enamel?

    <p>It strengthens tooth enamel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the harmful effects of plaque on teeth?

    <p>Tooth decay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of frequent contact between baby's teeth and sugary drinks?

    <p>Baby bottle tooth decay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential long-term effect of baby bottle tooth decay on physical development?

    <p>Adverse effects on physical development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of repairing early tooth decay?

    <p>Remineralization</p> Signup and view all the answers

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