Oral Health
What sticky, colorless film of bacteria constantly forms on our teeth and along the gumline?
Plaque
Sugar directly rots your teeth.
False. It is the acid produced by bacteria feeding on the sugar that causes decay.
Which specialist is primarily known for diagnosing and treating malocclusions using braces and clear aligners?
Orthodontist
How many primary (baby) teeth does a typical child develop?
20
What are the surgeries that Clavicular has undergone? (must get 2/4 right)
Rhinoplasty (Nose Job), Otoplasty (Ear Surgery), Wisdom Teeth Removal, double jaw surgery
Tap water in many states of the US have this substance to protect teeth from decay
Flouride
Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body.
True
If a child with special healthcare needs requires comprehensive oral care, they are best suited to see this specialist.
Pediatric Dentist / Pedodontist
Name the four types of teeth found in the human mouth.
Incisors, Canines, Premolars, Molars
Who does everyone want to pull Indie Navarette
a.) Gavin
b.) Marlon
c.) Plaqueboymax
d.) Duke Dennis
Marlon
When plaque is left on teeth and hardens, it turns into this substance, which can only be removed by a dental professional.
Tartar
If a primary (baby) tooth has a cavity, it doesn't need a filling because it will fall out anyway.
False. Decay can spread to other teeth, cause pain, and affect the development of adult teeth.
A patient has an infection deep inside the tooth's pulp and requires a root canal. Which specialist focuses on this treatment?
Endodontist
What is the porous, yellowish tissue located immediately beneath the tooth enamel?
a.) soft-enamel tissue (SET)
b.) root
c.) pentendal tissue
d.) dentin
Dentin
What is Gavin's favorite restaurant?
Happy Lamb
What is the medical term for the early, reversible stage of gum disease characterized by red, swollen gums that bleed easily?
Gingivitis
Most standard whitening toothpastes physically bleach your teeth.
False. They use abrasives to polish away surface stains, not chemical bleaching agents like peroxide.
This specialist focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth.
a.) Periodontist
b.) Maxillodontist
c.) Palatondist
d.) Tonsildontist
Periodontist
The trigeminal nerve is responsible for sensations in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing. Which cranial nerve number is it?
a.) cranial nerve V
b.) maxillofacial nerve
c.) dental nerve
d.) soft-palate nerve
Cranial Nerve V
Who in the room was pre-diabetic at some point?
Gavin - too much creatine and honey
A patient suffers from xerostomia. Why does this condition significantly increase their risk of developing dental caries?
Xerostomia is dry mouth; without sufficient saliva to neutralize acids and wash away food particles, decay accelerates.
The letters DDS and DMD represent two completely different dental degrees with different clinical training requirements.
False. Doctor of Dental Surgery and Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry are the same degree; universities just choose which name to award.
If a patient requires complex reconstructive dentistry involving crowns, bridges, and implant prostheses to restore missing teeth, they would see this specialist
Prosthodontist
What is the specific term for the visible part of the tooth that is exposed above the gumline, which can change in size over time due to gum recession?
The clinical crown
On average in the United States, how many dentists exist for every 100,000 people?
a.) 30
b.) 60
c.) 1,000
d.) 150
60 dentists per 100,000 people. (Fun fact: in the Philippines, the ratio is 1.89 dentists per 100,000 people)