Infants whose mothers having high levels of mutans streptococci (MS) as a result of untreated dental caries are at greater risk of acquiring the organisms earlier than children whose mothers having low levels. Pregnant women should have all carious lesions restored prior to delivery to reduce MS levels.

Further distal to a severe stenosis(Parvus Tardus), all of the following increase, except:

Each of the following is true regarding root caries experience among the elderly EXCEPT one. Which is the EXCEPTION?

Each of the following is a liquid from which repeated prolonged exposure results in early childhood caries (ECC) EXCEPT one. Which is the EXCEPTION?

Each of the following is a nonnutritive habit that should be discouraged due the risk of malocclusion EXCEPT one. Which is the EXCEPTION?

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends children seek their first dental visit at the eruption of the first tooth, or no later than ________months.

23. Identify the structure labeled 6. 24. What is the function of this structure.  

Which of the following best explains the rise in number of elderly in the U.S. population?

The dental hygienist plays a role as a primary care giver in preventative care. Expressing the clinician’s values and beliefs to the patient is key to successful behavior change.

How did the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad affect the economic growth of the United States?