MIH and Asthma Flashcards
name two types of medication asthmatics may have a risk of adverse reactions to
NSAIDs
aspirin
what should asthmatics who take theophylline medication avoid taking
erythromycin
what affect does beta-2 agonist inhalers cause in the oral cavity
they make the pH of the mouth below 5.5 which is favourable for caries
what are asthmatics encouraged to do after administering their medication
rinse with water or fluoride mouthwash to neutralise the oral pH
what is a significant link between asthma and periodontal disease
gingival tissue of asthmatics contains more IgE which is responsible for periodontal destruction
what is long term use of inhaled corticosteroids associated with
oral candidal infection - pseudomembranous candidiasis
what aspect of the dry powder of inhaled corticosteroids encourages candidal infection growth
lactose
what could be prescribed to asthmatics to take alongside their inhaled corticosteroids
nystatin or fluconazole
why might fluoride varnish be contra-indicated in severe asthmatics
colophony
name four asthma symptoms
persistent cough at rest
wheezing from the chest
difficulty breathing
nasal flaring
what is required to diagnose MIH
at least one FPM has to be affected
what is present clinically on teeth with MIH
demarcated opacities at the occlusal and buccal part of the crown
what are three links to cause of MIH
genetics
medical problems during pregnancy
if amoxicillin is used in first year of life
what is the treatment for posterior teeth with MIH
OHI and diet advice
fluoride applications
GIC or composite restorations
scheduled extractions
what is the treatment for anterior teeth with MIH
microabrasion (18% HCl)
resin infiltration
external bleaching
composite restorations
