23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion during pregnancy,infancy and toddlers Flashcards
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23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Primary prophylaxis and when it is performed
- When malocclusion not yet developed
- Targets environmental factors that lead to malocclusions
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Environmental factors targeted in primary prophylaxis to prevent malocclusion
- Oral hygiene
- Oral gymnastics
- Diet
- Regular dental check-ups
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Secondary prophylaxis
Performed when malocclusion is already present
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
How secondary prophylaxis usually carried out
Performed using orthodontic appliances
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Why education important during pregnancy in preventing malocclusions
- Inform patient about environmental factors=>
- Prevent injury of unborn child=>
- Preventing malocclusions
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
When primordial prophylaxis performed
- Before conception=>
- Can still be effective if done during first trimester of pregnancy
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Immediate action taken right after birth to ensure newborn’s airways are open
- Newborn’s mandible protruded to open pharynx=>
- If not possible=>suspicion of Pierre-Robin triad=>
- In severe cases requires placing newborn in an oxygen tent or intubation
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Why cleaning nose of a newborn important
- Babies obligatory nose-breathers=>
- Necessary for proper breathing
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
What is checked during a neonatological check-up, and actions taken
- Presence of tongue tie checked
- If necessary, frenulum linguae cut without anesthesia=>lack of innervation
- Presence of natal teeth checked
Parents reassured about the child’s ability to survive without external nutrition=> due to the baby’s brown fat providing provision and warmth.
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
First checkup time
3 months
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
When solid and semi solid food introduced
6 months
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Age at which infantile swallowing pattern and oral habits stopped
3 years
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
How feeding approached after respiration established and neonatological check-up complete
- Baby placed close to breast=>
- Breast-to-breast and upright position=>
- To find it by smell=>
- Kept warm, and breastfed for 15-20 minutes every 2-3 hours
- Stimulation to suckle necessary if baby stops too early
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Guidelines for bottle-feeding if breastfeeding is not possible
- Teat resembles abreast=>
- Hole in teat placed towards palate
- Bottle w/ anticholic system
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Dietary changes occuring during infancy
Solid foods introduced
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Recommended order for introducing new foods to an infant
- First mashed vegetables and potatoes
- Mashed meat=>
- Mashed fruits, bread soaked in milk, and finally fruit juices
23. Concepts of primary prophylaxis of malocclusion- pregnancy,infancy
Major dental development occurs in toddlers
Tooth eruption
