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fluoridated toothpaste is a source of ____ fluoride
topical
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fluoridated toothpaste is a source of ____ fluoride
topical
prolonged exposure to excessive amounts of fluoride may cause
dental fluorosis
over the counter topical rinses are designed to be used
daily
what interdental cleaning aid can be used in hard to reach areas where gingival recession is present
periodontal aid
the most effective time to use a fluoridated mouth rinse is
immediately after brushing and flossing
recommended age when fluoride supplementation should cease for children who do not live in an area with a fluoridated water source and who do not consume bottled water containing fluoride is
16
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
fluoridated toothpaste is a source of ____ fluoride | topical |
prolonged exposure to excessive amounts of fluoride may cause | dental fluorosis |
over the counter topical rinses are designed to be used | daily |
what interdental cleaning aid can be used in hard to reach areas where gingival recession is present | periodontal aid |
the most effective time to use a fluoridated mouth rinse is | immediately after brushing and flossing |
recommended age when fluoride supplementation should cease for children who do not live in an area with a fluoridated water source and who do not consume bottled water containing fluoride is | 16 |
age related dental changes may include what | abrasion and attrition |
does all bottled water contain fluoride | no |
the most effective way to remove plaque from proximal surfaces is by | interdental aids |
after plaque has been thoroughly removed it takes about ___ hours to form again | 24 hours |
in water fluoridation the ratio of fluoride to water is | 1 part per million |
excess systemic fluoride intake is excreted by | the kidneys |
brushing instructions for a young child should include | avoid swallowing fluoridated tooth paste |
ways to receive fluoride treatment include | consumption of fluoridated bottled water or community water, nonprescription strength over the counter products for at home use, prescription strength fluorides that are applied in the dental office |
t/f acute overdosing of fluoride can result in poisoning or even death | true |
what artificial sweetener is most effective in preventing decay | xylitol |
the method of toothbrushing useful for most people is | bass or modified bass |
the major effect of fluoridated water in the prevention of caries is | systemic and topical |
can sugar free sodas cause decay | yes |
a toothbrush should be replaced | when the bristles begin to splay outward and show signs of wear |
type of dental floss you could use is | floss, tape, waxed, unwaxed |
the body through the ___, ___, and ___ excretes excess systemic fluoride | skin, kidneys and feces |
what method of toothbrushing is best for cleaning artificial teeth and around Ortho appliances | charters |
t/f acidulated phosphate fluoride is ideal for all patients | false |
is a fluoride needs assessment necessary when a patient has rampant caries | yes |
only energy and no other nutrients are provided by | empty calories |
oral manifestations of bulimia include | decalcification of enamel |
swollen and bleeding gums, slow wound healing, fatigue, depression and poor digestion can be the result of | vitamin c deficiency |
a major factor in determining the carcinogenicity of a carbohydrate is | how long it stays in the mouth |
the only nutrient that can make new cells and rebuild body tissues are | proteins |
sticky sugary refined products are ___ cariogenic than/as complex carbohydrates | more |
tooth erosion is often seen in patients with | a history of bulimia |
the recommendation is that cholesterol be limited to less than | 250 mg/day |
which food group is at the bottom of the pyramid | grains |
which antioxidant vitamin can help prevent cholesterol from oxidizing and damaging the arteries | vitamin c and e |
dietary fiber is also called | roughage |
raisins, soft drink and crackers are considered to be | cariogenic |
compounds in proteins used by the body to build and repair tissue are | amino acids |
five categories of major nutrients are | minerals, vitamins, fats, proteins and carbohydrates |
a well balanced mixture of all 8 essential amino acids is the definition of a | complete protein |