Anatomy of the face
How many teeth does an average adult have?
32
What is the primary purpose of the molars?
Chewing food
What dental disease does 48% of the world suffer from?
Cavities / dental carries
What are dental fillings used for?
Dental fillings are used to restore damaged teeth by decay.
What type of dentist does fillings?
General dentist / family dentist
What is the largest bone in the face?
The mandible
How many primary (baby) teeth do kids have?
20
What is the most common cause of tooth decay?
Tooth decay is most commonly caused by the buildup of plaque.
What treatment repairs badly damaged or infected teeth as well as removes damaged pulp?
Root Canal treatment
What do orthodontists do?
They help straighten your teeth
How many bones are there in your face?
14
How many molars does an adult have?
12
What does periodontitis do to your mouth?
Periodontitis / periodontal disease damages your soft tissue and your gums. Without treatment, it could destroy the bones supporting your teeth and lead them to loosen up and fall out
What is dental scaling?
Dental scaling is a cleaning procedure that removes plaque and hardened calculus from the teeth, precisely from below the gumline.
What doctors deal with facial and neck trauma and have to complete the longest residency out of all dental professionals?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons
How is the oral cavity divided so that dentists can quickly mention a specific tooth?
4 sections, each section has 8 teeth
What age is the recommended age by dentists to remove your wisdom teeth?
15-22 years
How does diabetes influence the progression of periodontal disease?
Diabetes weakens the immune system, making gums more prone to infections. In addition, the high blood sugar concentration promotes bacterial growth in the mouth and quickly developing periodontal disease.
When do you need dental implants?
You need dental implants when your roots and bone are so damaged, that your teeth have no support, or when you already lost your teeth. Implants act as a replacement for the root on which dental crowns are placed acting as the new tooth
What do prosthodontists do?
Crowns and veneers
What main muscle is used in smiling?
Zygomaticus major
Why do we need primary / baby teeth?
The main reason that we need primary teeth is to create a path for the permanent teeth to follow, but also to help develop your bones in the skull
What is the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
Gingivitis is the early stage of severe gum disease, often associated with red, swollen gums. When left untreated, the diseases develops into periodontitis, eventually leading to teeth loss.
What are the key differences between dental implants and bridges for tooth replacement?
Dental implants are titanium posts which are surgically implemented into the jawbone, whereas bridges use healthy teeth as anchors to support false teeth in between.
What dentist specialises in the gums?
Periodontist