Dental Nurse 315 Graded A Q&A Complete

What does aggressive toothbrushing cause? - Answer-Abrasion What does a BPE code of 2 indicate a pocket depth of? - Answer-0-3.5mm What is a pre-disposing factor of gingivitis? - Answer-Pregnancy Name a systemic disease that might significantly affect oral health maintenance? - Answer-Diabetes How does the first stage of periodontal disease initially present? - Answer-Chronic Gingivitis Stephans curve represents the effect of? - Answer-Sugar on bacterial plaque Which instrument would be used to remove softened dentine from a tooth? - Answer-Condensor What is the critical PH of saliva? - Answer-5.5 How does gingival hyperplasia present in the mouth? - Answer-Inflamed swollen gums A high level of acidity in the mouth due to the consumption of citrus fruits and fruit juices can cause what? - Answer-erosion of the tooth surface If plaque deposits are left around the tooth, minerals in the saliva can incorporate into it and cause it to harden, what would this be known as? - Answer-Calculus Rounded interdental papilla are a sign of what? - Answer-Periodontal disease. What is the main risk to children of applying too much fluoride toothpaste on a brush? - AnswerExcessive ingestion