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The fluoride ion is stored in the crystal lattice of the tooth. The
amount stored will vary for all of the following reasons except one.
Which on is the exception?
A. The gender of the individual
B. The intake of the fluoride
C. The age of the individual
D.The time of exposure
E.The stage of development of the individual
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D. The first statement is true, and the second statement is false
Chlorhexidine is highly effective against Streptococcus mutans infection. It is
prescribed for shot-term control of dental caries. Pg 443
A. Etching of teeth and restoratives
Chlorhexidine may cause staining, not etching, of teeth and restorations. Pg 492
A. Removal of occlusal biofilm prior to sealant placement.
The fluoride content of a dentifrice would inhibit proper etching and retention of
the sealant material. Pg 488
, A. The gender of the individual
The factors that have bearing depend on age, type, amount, and
exposure. Pg 594
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All of the following statements are true concerning continuing care
except:
A. customize maintenance care appointments to monitor,
educate, and apply preventive and therapeutic measures.
B.follow-up with the patient through telephone and e-mail
messages after the first month.
C. none of the above.
D.motivational interviewing principles apply when evaluating all
oral conditions at continuing care appointments.
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A. A patient with severe Down syndrome
Mouthiness are contraindicated in children younger than 6 years and in
physically or mentally challenged patients who cannot follow rinsing
instructions. Pg 495
D. The teeth store large amounts, with the highest levels in the underlying.
The teeth store small amounts of the highest levels of the tooth surface or where
, the fluoride is made available to the tooth (surface and pulpal surface). Pg 594
& 595
A. Etching of teeth and restoratives
Chlorhexidine may cause staining, not etching, of teeth and restorations. Pg 492
B. follow-up with the patient through telephone and e-mail messages after
the first month.
Follow-up with the patient through telephone and e-mail messages
DURING the first month.
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Streptococcus mutans is responsible for caries. Which of the
following is not a mechanism of action in the caries processing
involving S. mutans?
A. It can produce acid from available fermentable carbohydrates.
B.It can diffuse over the cell membrane of the acidogenic bacteria.
C. It can cling to the smooth surface of the tooth.
D.It can create a biofilm.
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B. It can diffuse over the cell membrane of the acidogenic bacteria.
Diffusion over the cell membrane of the acidogenic bacteria is the