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What is Preventive Dentistry?
What is Preventive Dentistry?
- Only focuses on dental hygiene practices
- Involves surgical interventions
- Includes proper nutrition and a plaque control program (correct)
- Is solely about cosmetic dentistry
What is a Disclosing Agent?
What is a Disclosing Agent?
- Coloring agent that is applied to the teeth to make plaque visible (correct)
- A type of toothpaste
- A dental drill
- An oral rinse
What is a dental sealant?
What is a dental sealant?
A coating that covers the occlusal pits and fissures
What is systemic fluoride?
What is systemic fluoride?
What is topical fluoride?
What is topical fluoride?
What is the goal of preventive dentistry?
What is the goal of preventive dentistry?
What is one of the most common dental diseases?
What is one of the most common dental diseases?
What is the goal of a patient education program?
What is the goal of a patient education program?
What is the initial step in a patient education program?
What is the initial step in a patient education program?
What are dental sealants made of?
What are dental sealants made of?
How does fluoride combat decay?
How does fluoride combat decay?
What technique is used in the dental office to provide fluoride treatment?
What technique is used in the dental office to provide fluoride treatment?
What dental condition is the result of too much fluoride?
What dental condition is the result of too much fluoride?
What precaution is necessary for children who are using fluoridated toothpaste?
What precaution is necessary for children who are using fluoridated toothpaste?
What is the key dietary factor that relates to dental caries?
What is the key dietary factor that relates to dental caries?
What information must a patient include in a food diary?
What information must a patient include in a food diary?
How do sugar-free sodas relate to dental caries?
How do sugar-free sodas relate to dental caries?
What can patients do daily to remove plaque?
What can patients do daily to remove plaque?
Which type of toothbrush bristles are usually recommended?
Which type of toothbrush bristles are usually recommended?
Which method of tooth brushing is generally recommended?
Which method of tooth brushing is generally recommended?
What is dental tape?
What is dental tape?
What types of dental floss are more effective?
What types of dental floss are more effective?
What can be used to clean dentures?
What can be used to clean dentures?
What is recommended after meals and snacks when tooth brushing and flossing are not possible?
What is recommended after meals and snacks when tooth brushing and flossing are not possible?
Fluoride varnish is used with which group of patients?
Fluoride varnish is used with which group of patients?
What is vigitis?
What is vigitis?
How many times do you visit the dentist?
How many times do you visit the dentist?
What is another word for decay?
What is another word for decay?
What are grooves?
What are grooves?
What can we do to remove plaque?
What can we do to remove plaque?
How long does floss need to be?
How long does floss need to be?
Where do you start flossing?
Where do you start flossing?
What does buccal refer to?
What does buccal refer to?
What does lingual refer to?
What does lingual refer to?
Where do we place sealants?
Where do we place sealants?
Do you brush before flossing or after?
Do you brush before flossing or after?
How many times do you brush a day?
How many times do you brush a day?
What can dental caries not occur without?
What can dental caries not occur without?
What is caused by vigorously scrubbing the teeth with any toothbrush?
What is caused by vigorously scrubbing the teeth with any toothbrush?
Who approves all dental materials?
Who approves all dental materials?
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Study Notes
Preventive Dentistry
- Focuses on maintaining dental health through nutrition and effective plaque control.
- Encourages routine dental check-ups, typically recommended twice a year.
Disclosing Agent
- A coloring agent applied to teeth to visually identify plaque accumulation.
Dental Sealant
- A protective coating applied to the occlusal pits and fissures of molars to prevent decay.
Fluoride
- Systemic Fluoride: Ingested fluoride that becomes distributed throughout the body.
- Topical Fluoride: Directly applied fluoride that aids in protecting the teeth from decay.
- Fluoride reduces decay by enhancing remineralization and slowing the demineralization process.
Patient Education
- Aims to instruct patients on effective dental care practices and habits.
- Initial step involves listening to the patient's concerns and questions.
Dental Caries
- One of the most prevalent dental diseases, primarily linked to sugar consumption.
Dietary Considerations
- Sugar is a crucial factor contributing to dental caries severity.
- Recommendations include keeping a food diary documenting the time, quantity, and sugar content of consumed food.
- Sugar-free sodas can contribute to dental issues by increasing acidity.
Daily Oral Hygiene
- Daily brushing and flossing are essential for plaque removal.
- Recommended dental care includes using a soft-bristled toothbrush and the modified bass technique for effective cleaning.
Dental Tools
- Dental Tape: Flat interproximal cleaning tool.
- Floss: Both waxed and unwaxed types are effective for plaque removal; ideal length is eighteen inches.
Denture Care
- Dentures can be cleaned with commercial cleaners, mild soaps, or dishwashing liquid.
Post-Meal Care
- Rinsing with water is recommended after meals/snacks when brushing is not possible.
Fluoride Varnish
- Safe for use on patients of any age, providing an additional layer of protection against cavities.
Gingivitis
- Refers to inflammation of the gums, often related to poor dental hygiene.
Toothbrushing and Flossing Techniques
- Best practice is to brush teeth twice daily and floss at least once every 24 hours.
- Flossing sequence starts from the upper right, continuing to upper left, lower left, and ends with lower right.
- Brushing should always follow flossing to maximize plaque removal.
Plaque and Decay
- Plaque cannot form without dietary sugars, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a low-sugar diet.
- Excessive scrubbing can lead to abnormalities such as tooth wear and gingival recession.
Approval of Dental Materials
- The American Dental Association is responsible for approving all dental materials used in practice.
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