Non operative management of caries lesions
16 important questions on Non operative management of caries lesions
What are the four stages of caries development?
2. Dentine caries
3. Pulpitis
4. Periodontitis
What is the critical pH of enamel and dentine?
Dentine - pH 6.5
When does demineralisation and remineralisation of teeth happen?
Remineralisation happens when pH goes back up
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What are the treatments for caries disease?
Flouride
Oral hygiene instructions (OHI)
What are the factors that should be considered when making treatment decisions for carious lesions?
2. Active or arrested?
3. Patient's compliance
4. Ability of patient to follow up
5. Is the carious lesion in the aesthetic zone?
6. Are there any functional loss?
What are the non-invasive management of caries?
Biofilm control
Mineralisation control
When is non-operative management used for dental caries?
What are the characteristics of an active caries lesion?
Rough
What are the characteristics of an inactive caries lesion?
Shiny
What is E1 and E2?
E2 = A dental caries lesion in the inner half of the enamel, more advanced stage of decay
What are factors to consider for plaque/biofilm control to stop caries lesion progression?
Toothpaste/toothbrush
Interdental cleaning
Technique
Why is flouride used for mineralisation control to stop caries lesion progression?
2. Increases enamel resistance
3. Inhibits bacterial metabolism
4. Effectiveness has been linked to flouride concentration
5. Cost-effective
How much flouride does a toothpaste normally contain?
How much flouride does a high flouride toothpaste contain?
How much fluoride is in a fluoride varnish?
What are factors to consider for dietary control to stop caries lesion progression?
2. Frequency
3. Physical form of food items
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