Oral Hygiene Basics
We don't only clean teeth. We provide oral health coaching, oral cancer screening, orthodontics, take radiographs and much much more!
What is a dental hygienist?
The accumulation of bacteria in the form of plaque.
What is dental biofilm?
Forms a protective layer on the tooth's surface, and helps put calcium back into the tooth to remineralize it.
What is fluoride?
Used to help remove biofilm from the denture using a scrubbing motion?
What is a denture brush?
Distract these patients during care (for example, sit them infront of a television).
What is alzheimer's/dementia?
When the _____ ______ is not taken care of, it can contribute to sickness throughout the body.
What is the oral cavity?
Leaving biofilm in the oral cavity causes this. Also referred to as tooth decay.
What is caries (cavities)?
Good for those who re on a budget, with good dexterity.
What is a manual toothbrush?
You can clean the denture with this.
What is mild liquid soap?
Create a comfortable environment for these patients, and talk them through everything.
What are physical disabilities?
There is a great ________ link to oral health and overall health.
What is systemic?
Accumulation of biofilm and calculus, causing inflammation, redness, and bleeding of the gingiva.
What is gingivitis?
Good for those with poor dexterity, and for a better overall experience.
What is a power toothbrush?
Do not use this to clean dentures, as it can damage it.
What is toothpaste?
It is helpful to use a flashlight when treating these patients?
What is a wheelchair?
it is important to take care of every patient fully, meaning ______ _______ cannot be neglected.
What is oral health?
Attachment loss between the teeth and the bone structure.
What is periodontitis?
Helps remove biofilm interproximally and marginally, and prevent the buildup of calculus
What is a sulca brush?
This is where dentures should be stored overnight.
What is water?
Lay these clients on their back with a pillow behind their head to prevent choking.
What are clients laying in bed?
Dry mouth that can be caused by family history, multiple medications, aging, smoking etc.
What is xerostomia?
A ______ must be placed when caries reach the 2nd layer of the tooth structure.
What is a filling?
Used to remove biofilm and food that has been left behind between teeth.
What are soft picks?
What is the sink?
Using this type of mouthrinse on those who have dry mouth, as this decreases their saliva flow.
What is alcohol based mouthrinse?