Category 1
Thin coating applied to the pits and fissures of teeth to prevent decay.
Dental Sealants
Fluoride that is ingested, such as in the drinking water
Systemic fluoride
Also known as lipids; are compounds of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen and are a major class of energy-rich foods
Fats
System that allows individuals in one state to obtain a license in another state without retesting.
Reciprocity
minor offense that usually results in only a fine.
Infraction
Practice of caring for your teeth to keep them healthy; this can include use of fluorides, application of dental sealants, proper nutrition, and plaque.
Preventive Dentistry
Eating disorder characterized by binge eating and self- induced vomiting
Bulimia
Organic and inorganic food that provides nourishment essential for growth and maintenance of life
Nutrients
Binding agreement between two or more people.
Contract
Involving an act that brings harm to a person or damage to property
Tort Law
Concentrated form of topical fluoride applied to teeth that are high risk for developing caries
Fluoride varnish
Compounds in proteins, used by the body to build and repair tissue
Amino acids
Nutrition guide published by the USDA using a place setting to divide the five good groups for a healthy diet
MyPlate
State agency that adopts rules and regulations and implements the specific state's Dental Practice Act.
Board of Dentistry
Contract that is established by actions, not by words
Implied Contract
Coloring agent used to make plaque visible when applied to teeth.
Disclosing agent
Eating disorder caused by an altered self-image
Anorexia nervosa
Describes food products that have been grown without the used of chemical pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers
Organic
Involves crimes against society
Criminal Law
Consent that requires a written explanation of diagnostic findings, prescribed treatment, reasonable expectations about treatment results.
Written Consent
Fluoride that is applied directly to the tooth.
Topical fluoride
Producing or promoting tooth decay
cariogenic
Type of fat found in your blood that gives energy to your body.
Triglycerides
Untreated rampant caries, easily detected by a layperson
Dental Neglect
means a patient for whom the patient's most recent dentist has obtained a relevant medical and dental history and on whom the dentist has performed an examination and evaluated the condition to be treated.
Patient of Record