Pregnancy is an ideal time for interprofessional collaboration because of the impact of pregnancy on the woman’s oral health. Thus dental hygienists working with obstetricians, family medicine physicians, nurses, and nurse-midwives are essential for optimal health for gravid women.
Infants whose mothers having high levels of mutans streptoco…
Infants whose mothers having high levels of mutans streptococci (MS) as a result of untreated dental caries are at greater risk of acquiring the organisms earlier than children whose mothers having low levels. Pregnant women should have all carious lesions restored prior to delivery to reduce MS levels.
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17. Identify the epithelial tissue being pointed at. 18. Name a location of this tissue in the body.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends children…
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends children seek their first dental visit at the eruption of the first tooth, or no later than ________months.
Desensitization is defined as a gradual exposure to ________…
Desensitization is defined as a gradual exposure to _________.
Each of the following can be used to describe symptoms of he…
Each of the following can be used to describe symptoms of herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) in an infant or young child EXCEPT one. Which is the EXCEPTION?
23. Identify the structure labeled 6. 24. What is the functi…
23. Identify the structure labeled 6. 24. What is the function of this structure.
Seeing the child dental patient at the youngest age provides…
Seeing the child dental patient at the youngest age provides all of the following EXCEPT ______.
Each of the following is an acceptable oral hygiene instruct…
Each of the following is an acceptable oral hygiene instruction for caregivers for babies from birth to 1 year of age EXCEPT one. Which is the EXCEPTION?
Children are susceptible to toxicity when proper dosing and…
Children are susceptible to toxicity when proper dosing and instructions for fluoride are not followed. The most common symptom of acute toxicity is __________.