In the Cochrane Study, orthodontic patients had ______% reduction of gingivitis after 3 months of power toothbrush usage as compared to manual toothbrushing.
_______________ are living microorganisms used in dentistry to help decrease incidences of dental caries and periodontal disease.
Fluorapatite is considered _______________ as compared to hydroxyapatite.
Streptococcus mutans assists Lactobacillus in the caries process by _______________.
The presence of _______________ demonstrates good periodontal health.
Xylitol is _______________.
_______________ was originally approved by the FDA for sensitivity use.
_______________ is used as an orthodontic cement having the ability to release fluoride.
A(n) _______________ appliance is one that utilizes the orofacial muscles of eating, speaking, and swallowing to produce additional forces.
A five-carbon sweetener that is considered a sugar alcohol is _______________.
_______________ has shown to decrease the amount of fluoride needed in the remineralization process.
A ligature is _______________.
Oral irrigation has shown significant reductions in plaque and bleeding in as little as ______ weeks of use.
