Prevention
What is the goal to preventive dentistry?
Have a healthy mouth for life.
How is topical fluoride applied?
Through use of fluoridated toothpaste, mouth rinses, and topical applications of rinses, gels, foams, and varnishes
what type of toothbrush do dentist recommend to their patients?
Nylon, soft bristled brushes
What should you use to clean your dentures?
nonabrasive cleanser such as a mild soap, dishwashing liquid, or mild toothpaste
What are the two most common dental diseases?
caries and periodontal disease
Who are the partners in prevention?
The patient and dental healthcare team
These fluoride-enriched crystals are less ___ than the original structure of the enamel.
acid soluble
Why do dentist recommend this type of toothbrush?
Gentler on the soft tissue and to any exposed cementation and dentin.
What are bridge threaders for?
pass dental floss under the pontic
What is the name for early childhood decay caused by milk or sugary drinks?
Early Childhood Caries (ECC)
What should you do before the baby has teeth?
Wipe the gums with a clean wet cloth after each feeding.
Major effects of water fluoridation are topical, not __.
systemic
Dental floss should be used when?
before brushing
HOW should the dentures be brushed?
in short strokes
What is the process of which fluoride prevents decay?
remineralization
How to avoid spreading caries in a baby's mouth?
The parent should not put anything in the babies mouth that has been in his or her mouth.
What is the primary source of topical fluoride?
Toothpaste
What are End-Turf brushes made of?
soft nylon filaments formed into a narrow cone shape
Patients whom have dentures use what type of toothbrush?
denture brush
what is the name of the dental condition that results in too much fluoride in children younger than 6?
dental fluorosis
What is the only one of the artificial sweeteners that actually prevent caries?
xylitol
What is the secondary source of fluoride?
mouth rinse
Vigorously scrubbing the teeth with any toothbrush causes what?
causes abnormal abrasion (wear) of the tooth structure, gingival recession, and exposure of root surface
Why do patients need to use a denture brush on dentures?
to clean all areas of the dentures
What precautions are necessary for children that use fluoridated toothpaste?
Make sure its elevated