File - Teaching Portfolio - Varsha Patel RDH
... • He has sealants on most of his non decayed teeth. • He has no rotations, which is related to him having orthodontic treatment in the past. • His third molars are still not present in the oral cavity, but a radiograph will tell if they may be erupting soon. ...
... • He has sealants on most of his non decayed teeth. • He has no rotations, which is related to him having orthodontic treatment in the past. • His third molars are still not present in the oral cavity, but a radiograph will tell if they may be erupting soon. ...
instructions for dentalerosion patients
... Do not brush your teeth immediately after having acidic food or beverages. If you wish, you can rinse your mouth with water. This, however, does not have any profound effect, since the acid has already reacted with the tooth surface. ...
... Do not brush your teeth immediately after having acidic food or beverages. If you wish, you can rinse your mouth with water. This, however, does not have any profound effect, since the acid has already reacted with the tooth surface. ...
Dentifrices
... patient at home. Many claims for efficacy and safety are under review by agencies and government panels. ." These dentifrices control stain via physical methods (abrasives) and chemical mechanisms (surface active agents or bleaching/oxidizing agents). Although the public perceives these as more abra ...
... patient at home. Many claims for efficacy and safety are under review by agencies and government panels. ." These dentifrices control stain via physical methods (abrasives) and chemical mechanisms (surface active agents or bleaching/oxidizing agents). Although the public perceives these as more abra ...
Caries Risk Assessment: IHS Oral Health Program Guide Risk
... These high-risk patients should receive appropriate treatment which includes pit and fissure sealants and the restoration of carious lesions. Additional preventive treatment measures at the exam and subsequent appointments could include: professionally-applied topical fluoride treatments (foam, gel, ...
... These high-risk patients should receive appropriate treatment which includes pit and fissure sealants and the restoration of carious lesions. Additional preventive treatment measures at the exam and subsequent appointments could include: professionally-applied topical fluoride treatments (foam, gel, ...
Sealants - Frere Smile Design
... checked regularly and reapplied when they appear to have worn off. Because teeth are most susceptible to decay when they are young, preventing decay during the first 5 to 14 years after a tooth erupts is critical. ...
... checked regularly and reapplied when they appear to have worn off. Because teeth are most susceptible to decay when they are young, preventing decay during the first 5 to 14 years after a tooth erupts is critical. ...
Importance of Toothbrushing
... clear. When to start brushing is as important as the habit itself. Using a brush without toothpaste is sufficient for children who have started brushing their teeth at an early age. Yet, toothpaste use should also be encouraged after making sure that the child will not swallow it. In addition to car ...
... clear. When to start brushing is as important as the habit itself. Using a brush without toothpaste is sufficient for children who have started brushing their teeth at an early age. Yet, toothpaste use should also be encouraged after making sure that the child will not swallow it. In addition to car ...
Streptococcuss mutans poster
... eat away at the outermost layer of the tooth, called the enamel. Eating candy frequently can also cause cavities because the sugar creates an acidic environment in the mouth. ...
... eat away at the outermost layer of the tooth, called the enamel. Eating candy frequently can also cause cavities because the sugar creates an acidic environment in the mouth. ...
Water Fluoridation Review - Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
... impossible to control the amount of fluoride taken by each individual and ensure that each individual (whose ability to absorb fluoride may differ widely from the next person’s) receives the optimum level and not too much. The review therefore concluded that that whilst there is evidence of the bene ...
... impossible to control the amount of fluoride taken by each individual and ensure that each individual (whose ability to absorb fluoride may differ widely from the next person’s) receives the optimum level and not too much. The review therefore concluded that that whilst there is evidence of the bene ...
Fall 2009 - Dr. Bozell
... have been linked to poor oral health. If you have one or more of these conditions or are at high risk, routine dental checkups are especially important to prevent additional problems. Infections such as periodontal disease or an abscessed tooth can What many cause these conditions to be aggravated a ...
... have been linked to poor oral health. If you have one or more of these conditions or are at high risk, routine dental checkups are especially important to prevent additional problems. Infections such as periodontal disease or an abscessed tooth can What many cause these conditions to be aggravated a ...
Tooth Decay
... treatments such as fluoride gels, rinses and varnishes are available • Over-the-counter fluoride sources are available in the form of rinses, gels, and toothpaste One of the best ways to prevent mineral loss from the tooth or demineralization and help the replacement process or remineralization is by ...
... treatments such as fluoride gels, rinses and varnishes are available • Over-the-counter fluoride sources are available in the form of rinses, gels, and toothpaste One of the best ways to prevent mineral loss from the tooth or demineralization and help the replacement process or remineralization is by ...
Well Baby Visit
... We know that most children will use a pacifier, suck their thumb, or both at some point in their infancy or childhood. It is a newborn’s reflexive response to want to suck. That is how they get nourishment, and it is comforting to them. It keeps them busy when they are bored, and can get them to sto ...
... We know that most children will use a pacifier, suck their thumb, or both at some point in their infancy or childhood. It is a newborn’s reflexive response to want to suck. That is how they get nourishment, and it is comforting to them. It keeps them busy when they are bored, and can get them to sto ...
International academy for health sciences
... 5-tape board and flat waxed floss…interdental space without tight contact 6-stannus fluoride available as…… liquid solution In dentifrice for caries control 7- the calculus is removed by…hand instruments , scalers , curettes , sonic instruments , ultrasonic instruments 8-anitartar active ingredient ...
... 5-tape board and flat waxed floss…interdental space without tight contact 6-stannus fluoride available as…… liquid solution In dentifrice for caries control 7- the calculus is removed by…hand instruments , scalers , curettes , sonic instruments , ultrasonic instruments 8-anitartar active ingredient ...
Effect of Topical Fluoride on Retention of Pit and Fissure
... which was applied in trays for four minutes to thoroughly dried teeth. Many offices, however, may strictly use fluoride varnish, and not a gel or foam. Higher precision can be possible if the authors experiment with various fluorides and monitor sealant retention. Ultimately both groups retained var ...
... which was applied in trays for four minutes to thoroughly dried teeth. Many offices, however, may strictly use fluoride varnish, and not a gel or foam. Higher precision can be possible if the authors experiment with various fluorides and monitor sealant retention. Ultimately both groups retained var ...
Identifying and Treating Medical Emergencies in Children
... Uh, Oh: Another Fluoride Controversy! ADA issues statement saying the fluoride in water used to reconstitute powdered baby formula may increase risk of fluorosis AAPD, NIDCR, CDC believe this was released without enough evidence-based research New “advisory”: use non or low fluoridated water to r ...
... Uh, Oh: Another Fluoride Controversy! ADA issues statement saying the fluoride in water used to reconstitute powdered baby formula may increase risk of fluorosis AAPD, NIDCR, CDC believe this was released without enough evidence-based research New “advisory”: use non or low fluoridated water to r ...
ABFRACTIONS and ABRASIONS
... There are a number of prudent steps to take to prevent abfraction and abrasions from causing further loss of tooth structure. Consider an occlusal guard. About 25% of the population clench or grind their teeth at night (and are completely unaware of it!). This force causes the tooth to break down wh ...
... There are a number of prudent steps to take to prevent abfraction and abrasions from causing further loss of tooth structure. Consider an occlusal guard. About 25% of the population clench or grind their teeth at night (and are completely unaware of it!). This force causes the tooth to break down wh ...
safety and efficacy of community water fluoridation is clear
... “… simply by drinking water, everyone, especially those without access to regular dental care, can benefit from fluoridation’s cavity protection whether they are at home, work or school.” 38 ...
... “… simply by drinking water, everyone, especially those without access to regular dental care, can benefit from fluoridation’s cavity protection whether they are at home, work or school.” 38 ...
New fluoride varnish for surface sealing with
... relies on the unique combination of 5% sodium fluoride and 2% Recaldent, offering high-risk caries patients effective protection and relief ...
... relies on the unique combination of 5% sodium fluoride and 2% Recaldent, offering high-risk caries patients effective protection and relief ...
The Real Cost Of Removing Water Fluoridation
... Several municipalities have stopped water fluoridation and others may be considering it. This will have adverse and inequitable health impacts. Fluoride is scientifically proven to prevent tooth decay and to aid in achieving and maintaining good oral health. Water fluoridation is a safe and cost-eff ...
... Several municipalities have stopped water fluoridation and others may be considering it. This will have adverse and inequitable health impacts. Fluoride is scientifically proven to prevent tooth decay and to aid in achieving and maintaining good oral health. Water fluoridation is a safe and cost-eff ...
Diet, nutrition and the prevention of dental diseases
... while the term ‘sugar’ only refers to sucrose, the term ‘free sugars’ refers to all mono and disaccharides added to foods by manufacturer, cook or consumer, plus sugars naturally present in honey, fruit juices and syrups and the term ‘fermentable carbohydrate’ refers to free sugars, glucose polymers ...
... while the term ‘sugar’ only refers to sucrose, the term ‘free sugars’ refers to all mono and disaccharides added to foods by manufacturer, cook or consumer, plus sugars naturally present in honey, fruit juices and syrups and the term ‘fermentable carbohydrate’ refers to free sugars, glucose polymers ...
Root Decay - The Hub Dental Practice
... What is Colgate Duraphat 5000? Colgate Duraphat 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste contains a higher level of fluoride than ordinary toothpaste. Why would I need Duraphat 5000? Clinical studies indicate that certain people who are at a higher risk of tooth decay can derive additional benefits from the dail ...
... What is Colgate Duraphat 5000? Colgate Duraphat 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste contains a higher level of fluoride than ordinary toothpaste. Why would I need Duraphat 5000? Clinical studies indicate that certain people who are at a higher risk of tooth decay can derive additional benefits from the dail ...
- Wiley Online Library
... against Streptococcus mutans. The frequency of use, product stability, concentrations, and commercial formulations were included together with an overly optimistic conclusion that stannous fluoride preparations have appeared to be strongly revitalized because of the antibacterial properties of the a ...
... against Streptococcus mutans. The frequency of use, product stability, concentrations, and commercial formulations were included together with an overly optimistic conclusion that stannous fluoride preparations have appeared to be strongly revitalized because of the antibacterial properties of the a ...
The Case Against Sulfuryl Fluoride
... 1) explicitly determine that the tolerance is safe for children; 2) consider the need for an additional safety factor of up to ten-fold to account for uncertainty in the data base relative to children unless there is evidence that a different factor should be used; and ...
... 1) explicitly determine that the tolerance is safe for children; 2) consider the need for an additional safety factor of up to ten-fold to account for uncertainty in the data base relative to children unless there is evidence that a different factor should be used; and ...
hydration and dental health
... The term ‘tooth decay’ is also sometimes referred to as dental caries. Dental caries are caused by exposure to sugars over time. Bacteria forms a layer called plaque on the surface of teeth which uses sugars as an energy source, leading to the production of mouth acids. In turn, the acidic environme ...
... The term ‘tooth decay’ is also sometimes referred to as dental caries. Dental caries are caused by exposure to sugars over time. Bacteria forms a layer called plaque on the surface of teeth which uses sugars as an energy source, leading to the production of mouth acids. In turn, the acidic environme ...
Fluoride varnish - Nurse Practitioners of Oregon
... Hypertensive disorders, including chronic or preexisting hypertension and the development of hypertension during pregnancy, occur in 12–22% of pregnant women. Oral health professionals should be aware of hypertensive disorders because of increased risk of bleeding during procedures. Consult with the ...
... Hypertensive disorders, including chronic or preexisting hypertension and the development of hypertension during pregnancy, occur in 12–22% of pregnant women. Oral health professionals should be aware of hypertensive disorders because of increased risk of bleeding during procedures. Consult with the ...
Water fluoridation
Water fluoridation is the controlled addition of fluoride to a public water supply to reduce tooth decay. Fluoridated water has fluoride at a level that is effective for preventing cavities; this can occur naturally or by adding fluoride. Fluoridated water operates on tooth surfaces: in the mouth it creates low levels of fluoride in saliva, which reduces the rate at which tooth enamel demineralizes and increases the rate at which it remineralizes in the early stages of cavities. Typically a fluoridated compound is added to drinking water, a process that in the U.S. costs an average of about $1.02 per person-year. Defluoridation is needed when the naturally occurring fluoride level exceeds recommended limits. A 1994 World Health Organization expert committee suggested a level of fluoride from 0.5 to 1.0 mg/L (milligrams per litre), depending on climate. Bottled water typically has unknown fluoride levels, and some domestic water filters remove some or all fluoride.Dental caries remain a major public health concern in most industrialized countries, affecting 60–90% of schoolchildren and the vast majority of adults. Water fluoridation prevents cavities in both children and adults, with studies estimating an 18–40% reduction in cavities when water fluoridation is used by children who already have access to toothpaste and other sources of fluoride. Studies suggest that the use of water fluoridation, particularly in industrialized countries, may be unnecessary for caries prevention because topical fluorides (such as in toothpaste) are widely used and caries rates have become low.Although fluoridation can cause dental fluorosis, which can alter the appearance of developing teeth or enamel fluorosis, most of this is mild and usually not considered to be of aesthetic or public-health concern. There is no clear evidence of other adverse effects from water fluoridation. Studies on adverse effects have been mostly of low quality. Fluoride's effects depend on the total daily intake of fluoride from all sources. Drinking water is typically the largest source; other methods of fluoride therapy include fluoridation of toothpaste, salt, and milk. Water fluoridation, when feasible and culturally acceptable, has substantial advantages, especially for subgroups at high risk.In 1999 the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention listed water fluoridation as one of the ten great public health achievements of the 20th century. Most European countries have experienced substantial declines in tooth decay without its use, primarily due to the introduction of fluoride toothpaste in the 1970s. Fluoridation may be more justified in the U.S. because of socioeconomic inequalities in dental health and dental care. Public water fluoridation was first practiced in the U.S., and has been introduced to many other countries to varying degrees, with many countries having water that is naturally fluoridated to recommended levels and others, such as in Europe, using fluoridated salts as an alternative source of fluoride.