As for redingtonite, it is correct to say that: |
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Suckling on the breast is an important exercise for developing the mouth and creating correct swallowing habits |
11 (5.6) |
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In the first six months of the baby's life, milk is essential and, ideally, breast milk because it has all nutrients needed for the baby and this her teeth formotion |
42 (21.5) |
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Breast milk has antibodies responsible for the body's defense |
7 (3.6) |
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Breastfeeding is a source of satisfaction, pleasure and safety to the child. |
5 (2.6) |
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All alternatives are correct
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118 (60.5) |
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I don't know |
12 (6.2) |
Regarding oral hygiene of the newborn, which statement is correct: |
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Use toothbrush only |
5 (2.6) |
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Use toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste |
8 (4.1) |
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Use gauze or cloth wet with clean water
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130 (66.7) |
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Since babies do not have teeth, it is not necessary to clean their mouth |
16 (8.2) |
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Only the dentist should clean the baby's mouth |
7 (3.6) |
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I don't know |
29 (14.9) |
In your perception, which statement is correct in respect to baby teeth: |
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Since they are temporary, baby teeth do not need any sort of care |
8 (4.1) |
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They guide the eruption or “coming in” of permanent teeth
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67 (34.4) |
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They emerge in the mouth when the mother stops breastfeeding the baby |
5 (2.6) |
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They fall easily because they have no roots |
41 (21.0) |
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I don't know |
74 (37.9) |
Regarding children's oral hygiene, which statement is correct: |
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From 2 years of age, children can brush their own teeth |
10 (5.1) |
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Children start flossing from the age of 7 |
8 (4.1) |
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Parents should help and supervise brushing and flossing of their children up to age 6
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154 (79.0) |
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Up to age 3, children must not use toothpaste |
6 (3.1) |
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I don't know |
17 (8.7) |
At what age does the first permanent tooth start to emerge? |
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Around 6 months to 1 year old |
38 (19.5) |
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From 2 to 3 years old |
19 (9.7) |
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From 5 to 6 years old
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61 (31.3) |
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From 8 to 9 years old |
32 (16.4) |
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From 11 to 12 years old |
8 (4.1) |
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I don't know |
37 (19.0) |
Some people have strong teeth due to: |
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Transmission from parents (heredity) |
8 (4.1) |
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Types of races |
3 (1.5) |
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Good financial condition |
2 (1.0) |
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Good oral hygiene and eating habits
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170 (87.2) |
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I don't know |
12 (6.2) |
Dental caries is not primarily caused by: |
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Malformation of the tooth structure |
41 (21.0) |
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Bacteria on teeth |
6(3.1) |
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Constant use of antibiotics
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25 (12.8) |
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Lack of saliva in the mouth |
24 (12.3) |
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Frequent intake of sugary products |
18 (9.2) |
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I don't know |
81 (41.5) |
To avoid inflammation of the gums, it is necessary to perform oral hygiene procedures, correctly using: |
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Toothbrush only |
4 (2.1) |
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Toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste only |
37 (19.0) |
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Toothbrush and floss
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81 (41.5) |
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Special mouthwashes and fluoride solutions |
53 (27.2) |
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I don't know |
20 (10.3) |
During pregnancy, the increase in deantal caries occurrences is due to: |
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Weakening of teeth by loss of calcium |
57 (29.2) |
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Higher intake of sugary products
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39 (20.0) |
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Hormonal changes |
37 (19.0) |
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Drugs (e.g. antibiotics) |
13 (6.7) |
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I don't know |
49 (25.1) |
During pregnancy, do you think dental treatment should be: |
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Preventive and regular
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118 (60.5) |
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Avoided during the entire pregnancy period |
18 (9.2) |
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In cases of urgency |
19 (9.7) |
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For pregnant women who do not use fluoridated water |
3 (1.5) |
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I don't know |
37 (19.0) |
Fluoride is important: |
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Only in childhood, at the time of teeth formation and eruption |
2 (1.0) |
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In adult life |
9 (4.6) |
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In all phases of life
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162 (83.1) |
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I don't know |
22 (11.3) |