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What are some causes of denture induced oral lesions? (4)
1) ill fitting dentures
2) Lack of oral hygiene
3) Continuous wearing of the dentures
4) Some medications if the Pt is imunocompromised

**Pt's often feel DDS exams are no longer needed if they wear dentures…this is not true.**
What does the typical appointment for a denture Pt look like? (describe what you would do)
Review HH / Vitals
Inquire on fit of dentures/have Pt remove
Perform IO/EO
Examine dentures in front of PT (don't want to be accused of breaking them)
Cleanse Dentures
Identify homecare needs/education
DDS Tx as needed
Why does a denture Pt still need to brush the soft tissues?
To remove plaque and stiumlate the tissue.

*Always use a very soft brush.*
A bridge is a __________ or _________ denture.
Fixed or Partial
Fixed or Partial
What does the metal framework do with regard to the partial denture or bridge?
Makes it more stable
What does a "rest" sit on?
Existing structure to add support
Existing structure to add support
What does a "clasp" do with regard to partials?
Wraps around a tooth to add stability
What are the 4 parts of a Complete Removable Denture?
1) Impression Surface (where the existing soft tissue lies)  2) Denture Border(rests in the vestibule)  
3) Polished Surface (the pink polished surface) 
4) Occlusal Surface
1) Impression Surface (where the existing soft tissue lies) 2) Denture Border(rests in the vestibule)
3) Polished Surface (the pink polished surface)
4) Occlusal Surface
An implant supported denture is a more/less common type of denture?
More Common!
It uses actual implants in the edentulous Pt to hold the denture in place
An over denture is often used for a patient with….
Remaining tooth structure.  
(could be existing teeth or roots remaining)
Remaining tooth structure.
(could be existing teeth or roots remaining)
If a patient has an over denture what sill needs to be done with the remaining tooth structure?
Still needs to be probed and examined for health.

Still need to scale those remaing structures too!
What is the purpose for cleaning a prosthesis? (4)
1) Prevent irritation of oral tissue
2) Control Infection
3) Prevent Mouth Odor
4) Maintain Appearance (they will stain)
What 3 deposits will show up on dentures?
Plaque, Calculus and Saliva!

(All of this will be on both sides of a denture. Calc especially so on the lower denture.)
What types of things do I need to tell a Pt concerning the cleaning of their dentures?
Remove and brush after each meal. (if can't brush then rinse off)
Use denture cleaning products--Immersion is best w/denture detergent (avoid abrasives)
Use a specially designed denture brush
There are commercially available ultrasonic devices the Pt can purchase.
Denture Cleansers need to be: (5 things)
Easy to use  
Reasonably priced  
Effective at removing deposits   
Non-toxic  
Harmless to dental materials
Easy to use
Reasonably priced
Effective at removing deposits
Non-toxic
Harmless to dental materials
What can be the purpose of denture adhesive?
To fill the space when the tissues shrink as a result of healing.  

*Be aware that food & plaque will stick to the adhesive and if not cleaned…will stink!*
To fill the space when the tissues shrink as a result of healing.

*Be aware that food & plaque will stick to the adhesive and if not cleaned…will stink!*
What is the procedure for a professional cleaning etc of complete/partial dentures?
1) Have Pt remove (unless they are unable then I should do it.)
2) Inspect for debris
3) Immerse in an ultrasonic cleaning solution
4) Rinse, inspect & polish-->just like typodont teeth
5) deliver to Pt
What should always be done to avoid breakage of dentures when cleaning?
Fill the sink with water to avoid breakage in case you drop them.  Also, always transport in a cup.
Fill the sink with water to avoid breakage in case you drop them. Also, always transport in a cup.
What are the advantages of cleaning by immersion? (5)
1) Solution reaches all surfaces 
2) Minimize danger of dropping the appliance   
3) Offers safe storage when not in the mouth  
4) Aids person with limited dexterity  
5) Immersion involves the least amount of handling/observation when distasteful!
1) Solution reaches all surfaces
2) Minimize danger of dropping the appliance
3) Offers safe storage when not in the mouth
4) Aids person with limited dexterity
5) Immersion involves the least amount of handling/observation when distasteful!
Salivary glands are classifed by their_________.
Location (Major or Minor)
In additional to their location, how else are salivary glands classified by?
The type of secretion…Serous, mucous or mixed.
What is the compositon of serous saliva?
Water, Enzymes, Salts & Organic Ions
What is the composition of Mucous Saliva?
Mucin

(Mucin is a glycoprotein constituent of mucus.)
What are the major salivary glands?
Parotid Submandibular & Sublingual

*They give the most saliva and you want to check for any tenderness when palpating during the IOEO.*
What duct is assocatted with the Parotid gland?
Stenson's duct
Which gland(s) is the Wharton's duct associated with?
Submandibular & Sublingual
Where is the Wharton's duct located?
Under the tongue on the floor of the mouth.
What portion of the total saliva comes from the Parotid gland? What is this fluid primarly comprised of?
25%

Serous fluid
Which cranial nerve intervates the Parotid gland?
Glosopharyngeal (IX Nine)
Which gland produces 60% of the total salivary secretions? What is the fluid comprised primarly of?
Submandibular
The fluid is mixed but is predominatly serous
What part of the facial cranial nerve impacts the submandibular gland?
The Chorda tympani of the facial nerve (VII 7)
What excreets the submandibular fluid?
The Wharton's duct.
How much of the total saliva output is released by the Sublingual gland?
What is the fluid primarly made up of?
5%
Mixed secretions but primarily mucus.
Which cranial nerve intervates the Sublingual Gland?
VII Facial Nerve….The same Chorda Tympani of the facial nerve intervates both the Sublingual & Submandibular glands.
What are the 3 locations of the minor salivary glands?
Labial minor Buccal minor & Palatal minor mucosas
What is primarily secreted from the minor salivary glands?
Mucous Secretions?
What is one other minor salivary gland, where is it located and what does it secrete?
von Ebner's gland, Located at the posterior of the tonge by the circumvalate papilla

Secetes ONLY Serous fluid!
What causes the formation of the calcified stones which block the ducts?
The salts in the saliva
Since a blocked gland/duct causes pain and swelling; what is causing any infection that arrises?
An abundance of natural bacteria since the duct is backed up.

*It can cause infection or even a tumor could form.*
How are salivary stones gotten rid of?
They either work themselves out OR they need to be excised.

**You could suggest the Pt increase the intake of fluids to flush it out, the Pt may also need antibiotics in response to any infection.*
Mucositis is a condition associated w/radiation therapy. What is mucositis?
Inflammation & ulceration of the mucus membranes.
(aka apthous ulcer…everywhere)
What is dyspgagia?
Difficulty swallowing…possibly due to a lack of saliva
Is Sjogren's (Show grens) Syndrome an autoimmune disease? If so, what is causing it?
Yes There is an abnormal # of antibodies in the blood
What is the difference between Primary Sjogrens & Secondary Sjogrens?
Primary: Inflammation of tear and salivary glands

Secondary: Inflamation of tear, salivary glands AND connective tissues
What are some additional symptoms of Secondary Sjogren's Syndrome?
Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus & scleroderma
How is Sjogren's transmitted and who is most likely to "receive" it?
Its GENETIC in nature and 90% of those who get it are FEMALE
What can Sjogren's sometimes be associated with?
Juvenile diabetes
Thyroid disease
What are some non oral symptoms of Sjorgen's?
Frequent Dry Cough
Difficulty Swalling
Blurred vision or the sensation of burning
Constipation
Dry Skin
Nasal Dryness
What types of physicians might be included in the Tx of Sjogren's? Why?
Opthalmologist-->Dry Eyes
Rheumatologist-->Connective tissue disorder, arthritis
What are some products to recommend for the Pt w/Xerostomia?
Biotene
Salivart (little pump spray that goes in the mouth)
No alcohol
Chewing gum (xylitol) or sugar free candy
What meds might you see for a Pt with hyposalivation?
Pilocarpine 5-10 mg BID or Evoxac 30mg BID

(effects are 2-4 hours for each)
What is an extrinsic stain? (Stain by locatin)
A stain that is outside the tooth surface
A stain that is outside the tooth surface
What is an intrinsic stain? (Stain by location)
A stain from within the tooth surface
Where does an Exogenous stain orginate?
Outside of the tooth
What is an exogenous stain the result of?
Exposure to environmental agents..the stain may be on the outside surface of the tooth (extrinsic) or become incorporated within the tooth structure (intrinsic).
What is an example of an exogenous stain source?
Coffee  Tea  Wine  Smoking
Coffee Tea Wine Smoking
Where is an endogenous stain orginate?
Comes from within the tooth
In terms of location (intrinsic or extrinsic) and by source; what would a metallic stain be classified as?
Exogenous (from outside of the body) &
Intrinsic (as it can stain dentinal tubules)
What causes Orange/Yellow stain? What would be the classification?
Chromogenic Bacteria	
Exogenous extrinsic-->comes from outside source & can be cleaned off.
Chromogenic Bacteria
Exogenous extrinsic-->comes from outside source & can be cleaned off.
Where is Orange/Yellow stain usually located on the tooth surface?
Cervical 1/3 of anteriors-->adheres to the gingival margin.
What is Orange/Yellow stain associated with?
Poor Oral hygiene.

*Remember incisors get "self" cleaned by the act of eating. If this stain is present then Pt isn't cleaning very well.*
What are Green Stains usually associated with?
An environmental metal-->metallic industry dust, perhaps from the work place
An environmental metal-->metallic industry dust, perhaps from the work place
Where on the mouth is Green Stain usually found?
What is the classification of green stain?
MX anteriors			

Exogenous/Extrinsic
MX anteriors

Exogenous/Extrinsic
Teeth with green stain are often ____________ (condition.)
In addition to the metallic dust, what is causing the green stain?
Demineralized

Chromogenic bacteria, fungi and gingival hemorrhage.

*Fungi has a higher acidity, since teeth become demineralized they are a "magnet" for this type of staining.
Where is Black Line Stain usually located?
Which sex is more likely to experience it?
Posterior linguals, along the gingival margin…often found in clean mouths.	  

Females
Posterior linguals, along the gingival margin…often found in clean mouths.

Females
What is often the cause of Black line stain?
Exposure to iron (ferric sulfide).
Can come from Pre-natal vitamins perhaps, or well water
Since Black stain can come from well water or vitamins and can be polished right off, what is the stain classification?
Exogenous/ Extrinsic

**Remember the iron is constantly coming throug the saliva so the stain is "always" there.**
How difficult is it to remove Black stain?
Very Easy-->remove with polishing cup.

**But because it flows through the saliva the stain will return right away.**
What specificially causes the intrinsic stain of smoking tobacco?
The HEAT!

The heat is actually baking the enamel causing it to become yellow.
What tool is good at removing the tar of tobacco stain?
Ultra Sonic!

*Otherwise, keep your instruments sharp!*
What are 3 "reasons" to see endogenous intrinsic stains?
1) Pulpless teeth
2) Tetracycline Stain (Drug induced in offspring)
3) Developmental imperfections
Review Nabors Probe on your own
Didn't have time to make questions
What is a Class 1 Furcation?
Slight root indention
What is a Class 2 Furcation?
1/2 way through
What is a Class 3 Furcation?
All the way through…but covered by Gingiva
What is a Class 4 Furcation?
All the way through & EXPOSED!
What constitutes a Class 1 perio Pt
(Like Class1 Lt or Class 2 Lt etc)
No Attachment Loss

No bone loss (bone is 1.5-2.0mm from CEJ)
What constitutes Class 2 perio Pt
(Like Class1 Lt or Class 2 Lt etc)
10 places w/ 1-2 mm attachment loss

*Bone measures 1-2mm beyond the normal 2mm level**
What constitutes a Class 3 perio Pt
(Like Class1 Lt or Class 2 Lt etc)
10 places w/ 3-4 mm attachment loss

**Bone measures 3-4mm beyond the normal 2mm level**
What constitutes a Class 4 perio Pt
(Like Class1 Lt or Class 2 Lt etc)
10 places w/5-6 mm attachment loss

**Bone measures 5-6mm beyond the normal 2mm level**
Review your Process Evals
Review the process Evals for:
Graceys
Polishing
Fluoride Tray vs Varnish
Cleaning Prosthetic