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True or False: Community water fluoridation is an effective, safe, and inexpensive way to prevent tooth decay. Fluoridation benefits Americans of all ages and socioeconomic status.
True
Moderate Risk for decay-what recommendation should you make for preventative therapy?
Fluoridated dentifrice, fluoride supplements, professional topical fluoride treatment, sealants.
True or False: Fluorosis cannot occur once enamel formation is complete and the teeth have erupted, therefore older children and adults are not at risk.
True
OTC toothpastes contain how much ppm fluoride?
1000 ppm fluoride
What ppm for water fluoridation is considered safe?
0.7-1.2 ppm.
0.7 ppm -> warmer climates
1.2 ppm -> colder climates
Children and adults who are at low risk of dental decay can stay cavity-free through frequent exposure to SMALL or LARGE amounts of fluoride?
Small
True or False: The topical effect happens when small amounts of fluoride are maintained in the mouth in saliva and dental plaque.
True
1) What is thee lethal dose of Fluoride for adults?
2) What is the average lethal dose?
1) 2.5 g-10 g
2) 3-5 g
1) How much fluoride does a smear of toothpaste contain?
2) How much fluoride does a pea size of toothpaste contain?
1) 1 gram
2) 0.1 gram
Who regulates drinking water additives in United States?
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates drinking water additives.
Fluoride's main effect occurs before or after the tooth has erupted above the gum?
After
True or False: Fluoride only protects young children from cavities?
False: prevents cavities in all ages.
What are the symptoms of Fluoride toxicity?
Nausea, vomiting (abdominal cramping/pain), muscle tetany.
Three C's: coma, convulsions, and cardiac arrhythmias.
Prescription toothpaste contains how much fluoride?
5000 ppm
Who regulates/approves fluoride prescriptions, OTC products, and bottled water?
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
What was the first city worldwide to fluoridate community water?
Grand Rapids, Michigan
High Risk for decay-what recommendation should you make for preventative therapy?
Fluoridated dentifrice, Fluoride supplements, Professional topical fluoride treatment, Sealants, Daily home fluoride +/or antimicrobial, Dietary counseling
Chalky, lace like, not readily seen to casual observer is mild, moderate, or severe fluorosis?
Mild
True or False: Children under 6 months may NOT have fluoride.
What are some indications for use of Fluoride?
Decalcified areas, incipient caries, rampant caries, abrasion, poor OH, xerostomia high sugar diet
True or False: Dental decay has NOT decreased significantly since fluoridated water.
False. Research data indicated that dental caries is reduced 55-60% when drinking from a water supply that is optimally fluoridated.
Low Risk for decay-what recommendation should you make for preventative therapy?
Fluoridated dentifrice.
If fluoride toxicity occurs, what kind of liquid should one drink?
Milk
What is the ALD for children?
36mg/kg NaF (15mg/kg F)
True or False: No skeletal fluorosis seen with water fluoridation.
True