NDAEB 8.2 Fluorides Part 6

Question 1 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

Which of the following is true of caries and topical fluoride?

All caries must be filled prior to topical fluoride application, regardless of size

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Topical fluoride should be applied directly to open caries for maximum benefit

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Topical fluoride has been shown to shrink large caries

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Large caries should be filled prior to fluoride application

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Question 2 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

A patient who lives in an area with unfluoridated drinking water would be advised to do which of the following when using a brush-on gel?

Avoid swallowing the gel

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Rinse thoroughly after 5 minutes

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Avoid rinsing after application

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Leave the gel on twice as long as recommended

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Question 3 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

Patients should be instructed to use how much fluoride rinse at each rinsing?

10 mL

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15 mL

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30mL

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5 mL

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Question 4 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

A patient who lives in an area with fluoridated drinking water would be advised to do which of the following when using a brush-on gel?

Leave the gel on for 10 minutes and rinse thoroughly

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Leave the gel on overnight and then brush the teeth

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Rinse thoroughly after the gel has been on the teeth for the recommended time

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Apply the gel and refrain from brushing or rinsing

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Question 5 of 30

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of professionally applied topical fluoride?

These preparations have a higher fluoride concentration than at home products

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These products have longer contact with the teeth than at home treatment

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These products eliminate the need for at home treatment

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These products provide additional protection to high risk patients

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Question 6 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

Which of the following fruits is naturally highest in fluoride?

Peach

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Pineapple

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Pear

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Apple

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Question 7 of 30

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Which of the following is the MOST common source of fluoride for children, aside from fluoridated drinking water?

Frozen chicken nuggets

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Juice drinks

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Canned tuna

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Iced tea

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Question 8 of 30

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Which of the following is the major benefit of fluoridated toothpaste?

Brushing brings the fluoride into direct contact with the teeth

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It is nontoxic

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It is inexpensive

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It is available without prescription

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Question 9 of 30

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Which of the following is true of pregnant patients and topical fluoride?

Pregnant patients should under no circumstances use topical fluoride of any kind

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Pregnant patients should consult their doctor before using any topical fluoride product

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Topical fluoride poses no risk to pregnant patients

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Topical fluoride poses no risk to pregnant patients after the first trimester

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Question 10 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

How long should fluoride varnish be left on the teeth for optimal absorption?

1 hour

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5 hours

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5 minutes

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24 hours

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Question 11 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

About how much of a person\’s fluoride intake is taken up by the body\’s calcified tissues?

10 percent

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20 percent

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25 percent

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50 percent

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Question 12 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

Prescription fluoride rinses should be swished for which of the following lengths of time?

1 minute

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3 minutes

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30 seconds

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15 seconds

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Question 13 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

Polishing ____ fluoride treatments.

Improves

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Negatively affects

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Does not affect

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Is essential to

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Question 14 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

Restorative materials which bond to enamel and dentin, and which release fluoride over time, are known as which of the following?

Glass polymers

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Acid-etch systems

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Compomer

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Glass ionomers

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Question 15 of 30

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Chelitis, a common reaction to topical fluoride, is characterized by which of the following?

Bleeding mouth sores

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Profuse vomiting

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Acne-like lesions

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Dry, cracked lips

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Question 16 of 30

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Acidulated phosphate fluoride is also known as which of the following?

Hydrogen fluoride

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Stannous fluoride

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Calcium fluoride

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APF

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Question 17 of 30

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A patient who is prone to gagging is likely to tolerate which of the following fluoride treatments best?

Fluoride varnish

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Fluoride foam applied in a double tray

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Fluoride foam applied in a single tray

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Fluoride gel applied in a single tray

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Question 18 of 30

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If a patient who has come in for fluoride application has plaque present on her teeth, which of the following steps would you take?

Proceed to apply the fluoride as usual

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Remove the plaque by brushing

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Remove the plaque by scaling

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Have the patient rinse the mouth vigorously

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Question 19 of 30

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Which of the following is not considered an indirect benefit of fluoride?

It may result in the need for fewer root canals

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It may result in fewer lost teeth and the resulting malocclusions

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It may boost self-esteem by helping to ensure an attractive smile

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It reduces the need for annual cleanings

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Question 20 of 30

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Which of the following is NOT true of fluoride in food?

Processed food tends to be higher in fluoride than raw food

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Food prepared with fluoridated water will have higher levels of fluoride

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Fluoride is not found naturally in food

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Fish and shellfish naturally contain fluoride

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Question 21 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

After fluoride treatment is completed in office and the trays are removed from the patient\’s mouth, what should be done with the trays?

They should be sterilized for use with other patients

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They should be sterilized and sent home with the patient

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They should be disposed of

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They should be washed and dried

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Question 22 of 30

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Which of the following is not a benefit of fluoride varnishes?

They only need to be applied once a year

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They pose minimal risk of swallowing

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They take only minutes to apply

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They do not have an unpleasant taste

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Question 23 of 30

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Which of the following is true of patients who are using fluoride gel at home?

They should cease using fluoridated toothpaste

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They should continue their regular oral hygiene routine

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They should mix the gel with their toothpaste

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They should not receive topical fluoride in the dental office

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Question 24 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

A child who has too much fluoride exposure is likely to develop which of the following?

Enamel fluorosis

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Gingivitis

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Pica

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Caries

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Question 25 of 30

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Which of the following patients is NOT considered a high-risk patient who requires in-office topical fluoride application?

A patient who is undergoing radiation for skin cancer on his neck

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A patient who has a history of dental decay

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A patient who has had a tooth repaired after a car accident

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A patient with a history of anorexia

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Question 26 of 30

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All but which of these patients is considered a high-risk patient in terms of topical fluoride application?

A patient with root caries

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A patient with exposed root surfaces

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A patient who has had a root canal in the past

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A patient who has gum recession

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Question 27 of 30

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The patient should be instructed to do all but which of the following after topical fluoride application?

Refrain from eating for 30 minutes

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Refrain from drinking for 30 minutes

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Refrain from eating or drinking for 24 hours

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Refrain from brushing the teeth for 30 minutes

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Question 28 of 30

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Which of the following is NOT true of infants and fluoride?

Infant formula made with tap water contributes to fluoride intake

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Breastmilk is lower in fluoride than prepared infant formula

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Infants should not be given any fluoride products

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Fluoride intake in infancy contributes to tooth development

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Question 29 of 30

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A patient who has been prescribed a fluoride rinse should be instructed to do all but which of the following?

Continue his or her regular oral hygiene routine

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Rinse at the same time each day

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Swish the rinse for 30 seconds

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Stop using a fluoridated toothpaste

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Question 30 of 30

Category: 8. Preventive Procedures

Systemic fluoride supplementation with lozenges or tablets is recommended for members of which of the following age groups?

6-16 years

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1-3 years

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18-25 years

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6-25 years

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