Fluoride is the reduced ionic form of fluorine and is naturally occurring. List 2 natural resources of fluoride.

An elderly patient presents to your office and states they have reduced taste/smell with clinical signs of atrophic tissue and xerostomia. What could this patient be deficient in?

Long term exposure of LOW concentrations of fluoride causes incorporation of fluoride into the current crystal structure of the tooth creating __________ crystals.

Mrs. Winter’s periodontal assessment reveals gen 2-3 mm pockets with bleeding and localized recession on the buccals of her maxillary molars. What toothbrushing technique should be recommended?

This is the restoration of mineral elements to demineralized areas.

What are the two categories of mouth rinses?

What interdental aid would you recommend?

What would be the fluoride recommendations for Mrs. Holiday according to her caries risk and CAMBRA guidelines?

Is the toothpaste that is recommended by CAMBRA for Mrs. Holiday an over the counter or prescription toothpaste?

Toothpaste has several ingredients. Answer the following questions about various ingredients in toothpaste.