A 65 year old female presents with mucositis on the right buccal mucosa. Her health history is significant for squamous cell carcinoma removed from the right lateral border of the tongue less than 1-year ago. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy. The mucositis is a side effect of the chemotherapy. The patient is interested in mouth rinse to treat the pain caused by mucositis. What should you suggest? 

For a patient who has experienced a non-emergency CVA (stroke), non-emergency dental treatment should be deferred for a minimum of:

For a patient who has experienced a non-emergency CVA (stroke), non-emergency dental treatment should be deferred for a minimum of:

Oral health conditions that can arise from mental illness and its treatment include: Bruxism Erosion Xerostomia

What is a common oral risk factor listed for both Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa?

A common oral clinical finding associated with the long-term use of anticonvulsant drugs like Phenytoin (Dilantin) is:

A 35-year old male with cerebral palsy presents for his initial dental hygiene visit. A FMX, FMP, and exam was complete prior to the dental hygiene appointment. Due to CP, the patient has a hyperactive gag reflex and bite reflexes during treatment. Which two modifications are most appropriate for managing this patient?

A 35-year old male with cerebral palsy presents for his initial dental hygiene visit. A FMX, FMP, and exam was complete prior to the dental hygiene appointment. Due to CP, the patient has a hyperactive gag reflex and bite reflexes during treatment. Which two modifications are most appropriate for managing this patient?

Choose ONE topic and write a short paragraph. TOPIC 1: The Effects of Social Media on Teenagers. Write a paragraph explaining three or more effects that social media has on teenagers today. Give examples and explain each effect clearly.    TOPIC 2: Public Transportation vs. Driving a Car. Compare using public transportation and driving your own car. Discuss cost, convenience, and comfort.    TOPIC 3:Causes of Stress for College Students. Write a paragraph explaining the main causes of stress among college students. Include examples and reasons why these situations create stress.   TOPIC 4: Two Types of Vacations. Compare a beach vacation and a mountain vacation. Describe the activities, atmosphere, and benefits of each.

Choose ONE topic and write a short paragraph. TOPIC 1: The Effects of Social Media on Teenagers. Write a paragraph explaining three or more effects that social media has on teenagers today. Give examples and explain each effect clearly.    TOPIC 2: Public Transportation vs. Driving a Car. Compare using public transportation and driving your own car. Discuss cost, convenience, and comfort.    TOPIC 3:Causes of Stress for College Students. Write a paragraph explaining the main causes of stress among college students. Include examples and reasons why these situations create stress.   TOPIC 4: Two Types of Vacations. Compare a beach vacation and a mountain vacation. Describe the activities, atmosphere, and benefits of each.