How fluoride works
What is fluoride also known as?
What is natures cavity fighter
How can you protect the patient from receiving too much fluoride?
Their fluoride intake should be thoroughly evaluated
Who can perform the application process of fluoride gels or varnishes?
Who is the dentist, dental hygienist, or qualified dental assistant?
What can varnishes be used in place of?
What is gel?
What technique is used in the dental office to provide fluoride treatment?
What is topical
Systemic fluoride is ingested by...
What is water
Why should children be supervised when using fluoridated toothpaste?
To prevent the child from swallowing the toothpaste
If water in the area is fluoridated, why is the patient instructed to rinse out their mouth with water?
To prevent swallowing any remaining fluoride gel
How are varnishes applied on a patient?
What is painting on the teeth?
Fluoride combats decay by...
Enhancing remineralization
What can overexposure of fluoride cause?
What is fluorosis
What is a side effect of fluorosis?
At what time of the day is the patient instructed to use their reusable custom tray and how long is the tray kept on the teeth?
At bedtime for 5 minutes
What base does the fluoride varnish have?
What is resin/synthetic?
What precaution is necessary for children who use fluoridated toothpaste?
What is adult supervision while the child is brushing their teeth
What forms do fluoride supplements come in?
What are tablets, drops, and vitamin fluoride combinations
Why would a patient in a rural area need more fluoride treatment than someone in an urban area?
The patient in the rural areas water is not fluoridated so they will need some additional fluoride treatment rather than the patient in the urban area
How low does the concentration have to be for gels to be purchased over the counter?
Under 1.1%
What percent of sodium fluoride is in varnishes?
5%
What are the two routes/means of which the body receives fluoride?
What is systemic and topical?
Topical fluoride is applied by which means?
What should the dentist do if the child already lives in an area with water fluoridation, attends a preschool with a fluoride rinse program, and uses a fluoridated toothpaste at home?
The dentist should reconsider these multiple factors before prescribing additional fluoride supplements/treatments.
How high does the concentration have to be for a gel to require a prescription?
Higher than 2%
How many professional applications are needed for the varnish to prevent decay?
2-3 professional applications
Prescription fluoride generally ____ stannous fluoride?
0.63%