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15 Cards in this Set
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Caries are formed when bacteria metabolize ___ and deposit ___ onto teeth
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carbohydrates, acid
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What is the primary etiolofy of caries?
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Strep Mutans in matrix of bacterial plaque
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True or False, white spots reach the dentin where cavities go through the dentin
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True.
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The purpose of what aspect of dentistry is to restore teeth to healthy form and function with minimal impct on existing structures
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operative dentistry
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What is the main external component used to enhance remineralization
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fluoride
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What are the three main restorations?
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amalgam, glass ionomer, resins
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What are the two types of resins?
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filled (composite) and unfilled (flowable)
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Healthy dentin is (matte, shiny)
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shiny
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True or false, if dentin is stained but shiny, then it is ok to place a restoration on top of it
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True!
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What are the three benefits of glass ionomers?
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they release fluoride and can be recharged; they chemically bond to tooth surface allowing for intimate adaptation; most closely matched to actual properties of the tooth so they live longer
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What are two big downsides to glass ionomers?
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they don't look good, they can be eroded by brushing and chewing
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What is the name of the technique, abbreviated ART, that is used in areas without good access to care
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Atraumatic restorative treatment
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Unfilled resin is good for what areas of a tooth?
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pits and fissures
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What is always the first option with a lesion?
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Don't do anything, try to remineralize
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Which of the three materials would be best for minmizing caries in the mouth?
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glass ionomers
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