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1
Q

List the 7 criteria for caries risk

A
Fluoride
Social history
Medical history 
Plaque control
Dietary habits 
Clinical evidence 
Saliva
2
Q

In terms of clinical evidence, what would make an individual high risk for caries?

A

dmft/DMFT > (or equal) 5 (decayed, missing, filled teeth)

> (or equal to) 3 carious lesions in 3 years.

Prosthodontics

Orthodontic appliances

Decay in the 6’s of children.

3
Q

In terms of diet, what would make an individual high risk for caries?

A

If they have > 3 sugary intakes daily

frequency more of a issue than content

4
Q

In terms of social history, what would make an individual high risk for caries?

A
Single parent 
Unemployed 
low SIMD 
Work stressors 
Lack od education
5
Q

In terms of plaque control, what would make an individual high risk for caries?

A

Poor oral hygiene
Irregular brushing

Unassisted child

6
Q

In terms of medical history, what would make an individual high risk for caries?

A

If they are on certain medications;

Drugs that cause xerostomia - reduced saliva, therefore reduced clearance.

High sugar medications

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