to simulate manual methods and as such is attractive to the population as an easy and simple method of brushing teeth. The use of electric toothbrushes has a particular advantage in controlling plaque accumulation in patients with low compliance to dental treatment.' Some reports have indicated that electric toothbrushes are superior to manual ones in terms of removing plaque and improving gingival health.^-^ Other longitudinal and randomized control clinical studies, however, have not conclusively
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Background Patient A has authorised consent to the writer of this case study to share the detail of their condition. It has been ensured the information provided does not allow the recognition and follow up of this individual. The patient chosen for this portion of assignment is a 47 year old male who lives with his wife and two kids. He works part-time as a customer service manager and attends the practice every six months for a regular check-up, however due to his recent knee surgery; he has
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“Effects of Poor oral hygiene” Direction: This questionnaire aims to know the answers provided by the correspondents about the effects of poor oral hygiene. Kindly answer all the questions. Please check the box to answer. Name: _________________________________________ Age: ____ Signature: _______________________ A. Check YES if you agree or check NO if you don’t. Yes No
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career path. Background I am planning to pursue a degree in Dental Hygiene. According to me, dental hygiene is a very manageable career. I wouldn’t want to work night shifts, so a profession like dental hygiene would be perfect for me. I like to be hands-on and I love the tools that dental hygienists use. Criteria I established three criteria in order of importance that describes why I want to stay on my current career path which is Dental Hygiene: • Salary • Work schedule • Job opportunities
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compounds in raisins do not promote the growth of decaycausing bacteria. Dental health and nutrition have always been linked. Good food choices help to build strong teeth, and poor food choices are one of the culprits in gum disease (gingivitis) and cavities (dental caries). Several factors work together in the mouth to promote tooth decay. Prevention strategies involve inhibiting or changing one of the factors. Dental Caries and New Raisin Research While raisins are sticky, recent data shows
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-Income -Inflation -Price -marketing strategy -Awareness among people ( example :- dental health awareness among customers) Yes marketers have control over factors, it depends upon the demand and supply relation. Marketers can vary the supply of the product which will eventually affect the demand of the products. Factors influenced by marketing program:- -Price -Awareness among people ( example :- dental health awareness among customers) Influence the target market:- Rural and semi-urban
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Q1.What factors determine demand for toothbrushes? Which of these factors are environmental? Dothe marketers have control over them? Which factors could be influenced by marketing program? IfCottle intends to develop a primary market (primary demand) for toothbrushes, at which differentlevels should it influence the target market? Factors determining demand for toothbrushes are:(a) Amount of disposable income/income. (b) Oral hygiene awareness. (c) Accessibility to qualitytoothbrushes- Distribution
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to maintain dentition, many individual continue to require replacement of some or all of their teeth. Surgical improvement of the denture-bearing area and surrounding tissue (preprosthetic surgery) offers an exciting and demanding challenge to the dental practice. Many minor modifications of the alveolar ridge and vestibular areas can greatly improve denture stability and retention. In some cases, patients have severe bone changes or soft tissue abnormalities that require extensive surgical preparation
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culture will be reflected in a well-designed goods-producing or service facility layout that will ultimately maximize the production process, as well as, meet the needs of and ensure the safety of the employees. In my thirty-five year experience as a dental hygienist, I have experienced poorly designed service facilities and their effects on production and morale. It creates a stressful work environment which is counterproductive. Maximizing the use of space, machinery, materials and staff, in a either
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Because teeth require much force and strength, calcium phosphate is an excellent choice because of it’s nontoxicity and biocompatability. Calcium phosphate can benefit nearly any patient experiencing discomfort in the oral cavity, and our role ad dental hygientists are here to help! The overall pH level of one’s oral cavity can effect bacteria mechanism in many ways. Once the pH level drops below 5.5, demineralization occurs, reculting in loss of calcium and phosphate. In this case, Fluoride suppliments
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