Helping patients understand caries

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  2. Patient Education
  3. Conditions
  4. Adult Caries

This video demonstrates the most common places where caries could develop.

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Risk Factors

Discuss with your patient if any of these risk factors apply to them
  • High-sugar Diet

    Sweet and sticky foods produce acids that attack tooth enamel

  • Gum Recession

    Exposed root surfaces are more susceptible to tooth decay.

  • Root Caries

    Pits or grooves between teeth are areas where bacteria can build up.

In-Office Treatment Options

The most common in-office procedures

  • This video demonstrates a filing procedure with a composite.

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  • This video demonstrates a root canal procedure on a molar, including a final restoration crown.

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  • This video includes the extraction of a molar, and the restoration with an implant.

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At-Home Treatment Options

The most common at-home treatments

  • This video demonstrates a brushing technique.

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  • This video demonstrates a flossing technique on 3 interproximal areas.

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Disease Progression

Swipe to show the progression of caries from tooth decay to eventually tooth loss.

Related Products

  • Colgate NeutraFluor 5000 Sensitive

    Ideal therapy for patients with dentine hypersensitivity and/or root exposure.
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