Dental theory 3

Alzheimer's is a reversible type of dementia; it impaires congnitive abilities, thinking memory and judgement.

First statement is false; second statement is true

Case Study 1Beth, an attractive 16-year-old, comes into the office complaining of tooth sensitivity. She has not been seen in the office for 3 years. When asked about her medical history she states that she has been diagnosed with an eating disorder and has had a lot of trouble with it over the past few months. Beth is of normal weight and the dental hygienist questions her further about the disorder. She states that she goes through phases of uncontrollable binge eating and then uses laxatives or self-induces vomiting after the binges. She says she thinks she is obese. Upon further assessment the dental hygienist notes that several teeth have been worn down and are very translucent. She also notes that the right parotid gland is swollen. Open and read the attached case to answer the following question. What is the chemical erosion of tooth surface by acid from regurgitation called?

Perimylolysis

Which of the following is contraindicated for a patient with respiratory disease?

Power scalers

What are different types of Dental Professional Measures to treat sensitivity?

Tray delivered fluoride agents and Fluoride varnishes

"Old Age" begins at 65

True

Oral candidiasis is the most common infection of the mouth.

True

Varnishes are the only topically applied fluoride treatments recommended for all ages.

True

What are contributing factors to Gingival Recession and Root Exposure?

Using a hard toothbrush, frenum attachment, piercings

Which is the most common oral side effect from prescription medications?

Xerostomia

Case Study 1Beth, an attractive 16-year-old, comes into the office complaining of tooth sensitivity. She has not been seen in the office for 3 years. When asked about her medical history she states that she has been diagnosed with an eating disorder and has had a lot of trouble with it over the past few months. Beth is of normal weight and the dental hygienist questions her further about the disorder. She states that she goes through phases of uncontrollable binge eating and then uses laxatives or self-induces vomiting after the binges. She says she thinks she is obese. Upon further assessment the dental hygienist notes that several teeth have been worn down and are very translucent. She also notes that the right parotid gland is swollen. Open and read the attached case to answer the following question. Parotid gland enlargement usually occurs how many days after a binge?

2 to 6

What percentage of the general population suffers from dentin hypersensitivity?

50%

By 2020, the number of US adults 65 years of age and older is expected to be:

55 million

Factors that contribute to gingival recession and root exposure include all of the following EXCEPT:

Age of the patient

The mechanisms of natural desensitization include which of the following?

All of the choices Calculus Secondary dentin Sclerosis of dentinal tubules

Horizontal fissuring at the commissure of the lips that is caused by candida, nutritional deficiencies, and/or decreased vertical dimension is:

Angular Cheilitis

Consuming large amounts of dietary acids can contribute to the loss of enamel and cementum. Brushing with a dentifrice immediately following consumption of acidic foods and beverages can further abrade the already demineralized tooth surface.

Both statements are true.

Case Study 1Beth, an attractive 16-year-old, comes into the office complaining of tooth sensitivity. She has not been seen in the office for 3 years. When asked about her medical history she states that she has been diagnosed with an eating disorder and has had a lot of trouble with it over the past few months. Beth is of normal weight and the dental hygienist questions her further about the disorder. She states that she goes through phases of uncontrollable binge eating and then uses laxatives or self-induces vomiting after the binges. She says she thinks she is obese. Upon further assessment the dental hygienist notes that several teeth have been worn down and are very translucent. She also notes that the right parotid gland is swollen. Open and read the attached case to answer the following question. What is the eating disorder that Beth has?

Bulimia nervosa purging type

A patient with diabetes is at risk for all of the following except:

Decreased cough response

The Hydrodynamic Theory of pulpal pain concludes that when fluids within the ___________ are subjected to temperature changes or physical osmotic changes, the movement stimulates a nerve receptor sensitive to pressure, which leads to the transmission of the stimuli.

Dentinal tubules

Case Study 1Beth, an attractive 16-year-old, comes into the office complaining of tooth sensitivity. She has not been seen in the office for 3 years. When asked about her medical history she states that she has been diagnosed with an eating disorder and has had a lot of trouble with it over the past few months. Beth is of normal weight and the dental hygienist questions her further about the disorder. She states that she goes through phases of uncontrollable binge eating and then uses laxatives or self-induces vomiting after the binges. She says she thinks she is obese. Upon further assessment the dental hygienist notes that several teeth have been worn down and are very translucent. She also notes that the right parotid gland is swollen. Open and read the attached case to answer the following question. Beth indicates that she is seeing a doctor for her eating disorder. What dental advice should the hygienist give her?

Do not brush teeth after vomiting

Dentinal hypersensitivity is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT

Dull, continuous pain

Hypersensitivity is associated with which of the following?

Exposed dentin

Xerostomia can be caused by all of the following except:

Hypertension

Which of the following is a contraindication for a patient taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor?

Local anesthesia containing epinephrine

Case Study 1Beth, an attractive 16-year-old, comes into the office complaining of tooth sensitivity. She has not been seen in the office for 3 years. When asked about her medical history she states that she has been diagnosed with an eating disorder and has had a lot of trouble with it over the past few months. Beth is of normal weight and the dental hygienist questions her further about the disorder. She states that she goes through phases of uncontrollable binge eating and then uses laxatives or self-induces vomiting after the binges. She says she thinks she is obese. Upon further assessment the dental hygienist notes that several teeth have been worn down and are very translucent. She also notes that the right parotid gland is swollen. Open and read the attached case to answer the following question. Which surface of teeth most often shows signs of perimylolysis in a patient who has bulimia?

Maxillary anterior linguals

Depression is defined as:

a disturbance marked by apathy, fear, sadness, and loss of mobility and energy.

All of the following are anxiety disorders except:

depression.

All of the following are true concerning bipolar disorder except:

more prevalent in men.

Anorexia nervosa is characterized by:

refusal to maintain normal body weight.

The major oral problem associated with antidepressive medications is:

xerostomia.