Dental Public Health and Preventive Dentistry Flashcards
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What Bass technique modification involves placing the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle directed toward the gingival sulcus?
Answer: Modified Bass technique
The Modified Bass technique combines the sulcular 45-degree placement of the Bass method with a rolling stroke to clean both the sulcus and tooth surface.
Which dietary carbohydrate is most cariogenic when consumed frequently?
Answer: Sucrose
Sucrose is the most cariogenic dietary carbohydrate because it is readily fermented by Streptococcus mutans and is used as a substrate for glucan production enabling plaque adherence.
What health behavior model explains that individuals will take health action if they perceive they are susceptible to a disease and that action will be beneficial?
Answer: Health Belief Model
The Health Belief Model posits that perceived susceptibility, severity, benefits, and barriers drive health behavior decisions.
Which condition is associated with 'mottled enamel' caused by excessive fluoride intake during tooth development?
Answer: Dental fluorosis
Dental fluorosis results from excessive fluoride ingestion during enamel formation, causing opaque white spots to brown staining and surface pitting.
Which index is used to assess periodontal treatment needs at the community level?
Answer: CPITN
The Community Periodontal Index of Treatment Needs (CPITN) assesses gingival bleeding, calculus, and pocket depth to determine population-level periodontal care needs.
What is the primary goal of secondary prevention in oral health?
Answer: Early detection and prompt treatment to halt disease progression
Secondary prevention involves early detection (e.g., screening) and prompt treatment to stop disease from progressing before significant damage occurs.