Cavity Prep 101
Most common spot to develop a cavity?
Pit's and fissures
Most common area where tartar shows up supragingivally?
Lower anteriors
Rubber tip stimulator
What two states were the first to legalize the recreational use of marijuana?
Colorado and Washington
Heather
What sedative filling material contains cloves?
IRM
Technical term for "mouth zit"?
Fistula
What is the purpose/benefit of fluoride?
Strengthen's enamel, preventing cavities
What area of the tongue does oral cancer most commonly show up?
Coworker most likely have the IO camera in their room?
Vange
Name one food/beverage that contains fluoride naturally?
When using string floss, wrap the floss around the tooth in a __ -shape motion?
C -shape motion
What component of marijuana causes dry mouth?
THC
Coworker most likely get asked out by a patient?
Lexi
What year did Colgate introduce the tube of toothpaste?
1890's
What are two reasons why you would take a pre-med before a dental appointment?
-recent joint replacement
-heart valve replacements
-hx of infective endocarditis
-a heart transplant that developed a heavy valve problem
-certain types of congenital heart conditions
This substance when used with marijuana puts people at risk for oral cancer.
Alcohol
Coworker most likely to have a patient wanting to have a counseling session with?
Amber
What sugar alternative prevents cavities but is toxic to dogs?
Xylitol
How many teaspoons per 4oz of water is recommended for waterpik?
1/2 a teaspoon per 4oz of water
What is the technical term for "dry mouth"?
Xerostomia
Coworker most likely to have a crazy patient with a crazy name?
Britt