PROTECTION
The dental assistant should always use universal precautions when treating a patient with hepatitis
TRUE
Which types of bacteria are responsible for dental caries?
mutans streptococci
lactobacilli
The following are signs and symptoms of?
pus around the teeth or gingiva loose or separating teeth bleeding gingiva while brushing or flossing pain or pressure when chewing
Periodontal disease
The colour, size, shape and location of a lesion are documented in the patient’s file. This is an example of ___ diagnosis.
CLINICAL
Incipient caries might be seen as a _____ ____ in the enamel of the tooth?
WHITE SPOT
Physical, chemical and antibacterial protection is provided to the teeth by _______?
SALIVA
When the number of caries causing bacteria in the mouth INCREASE, the risk for developing dental caries DECREASES
FALSE
What are 3 factors implicated in causing periodontal diseases?
plaque systemic causes malocclusions
_______ ________may be caused by heat and irritating chemicals in tobacco.
nicotine stomatitis
_______ is often seen in patients with habits such as aggressive tooth brushing
TOOTH ABRASION
Chemical protection from saliva is provided by: (list 3)
PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM, FLUORIDE
Putting a child to bed frequently with juice in a bottle can cause rampant decay. This condition is known as incipient caries. (True/False)
FALSE-decay that develops fast and widespread in the mouth
The over growth of gingival tissue caused by Dilantin or phenytoin is called
HYPERPLASIA
What virus causes mononucleosis?
Epstein-Barr
Tooth 14 has an DOL composite resin restoration; there is microleakage and signs of decay around the margins. This would be known as:
Recurrent caries
Secondary caries
The dentist doesn't need be made aware of any allergies the patient may have. (True/False)
FALSE
An opportunistic infection occurs when ________ and ________.
Immune system is compromised
Exudate around the teeth or gingiva may indicate
Periodontitis
Tongue tied is also known as
ANKLYOGLOSSIA
Mottled enamel is often caused by the excessive intake of this.
FLUORIDE
Inflammation is the body's response to protect an area. The general term used to describe inflammation and changes in the topography of the tongue is:
GLOSSITIS
Edema, heat and redness are signs of this.
INFLAMMATION
Bone loss is a characteristic of gingitivis. (True/False)
FALSE-periodontitis
The layer that acts as an adhesive for plaque is called
MUCIN/PELLICLE
Loss of minerals from the tooth surface is called
DEMINERALIZATION