Recal

• What is a recall interval in dental treatment?

  Time between treatment completion and next appointment
• What factors influence the choice of recall interval?

  Patient's oral hygiene, plaque score, and more
• What are the typical recall intervals?

  3, 6, or 12 months
• How does oral hygiene affect recall intervals?

  Poor hygiene increases risk, requiring more frequent recalls
• What do high plaque and bleeding scores indicate?

  Poor oral hygiene and bacterial presence
• Why might smoking affect plaque and bleeding scores?

  It can give a false reading of oral hygiene
• How does manual dexterity relate to oral hygiene?

  Poor dexterity can hinder effective oral care
• What does a diagnosis of grade C periodontal status indicate?

  High rate of bone loss progression
• What factors increase caries risk?

  High sugar diet and poor oral hygiene
• How does diet influence caries risk?

  High sugar intake increases caries risk
• How do smoking and alcohol consumption affect oral health?

  They increase the risk of oral cancer
• What role does family history play in determining recall intervals?

  It may indicate higher risk factors
• Why is medical history important for recall intervals?

  Certain conditions may require more frequent recalls
• How do medications like immunosuppressants affect oral health?

  They may necessitate sooner recall intervals
• What is the relationship between diabetes and periodontal disease?

  Diabetes is a risk factor for periodontitis
• How does heart disease relate to oral health?

  It is linked to poor oral hygiene
• What is the significance of fluoride use in oral health?

  Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay
• What factors can affect saliva flow rate?

  Medications, health conditions, and hydration
• How does tooth wear or erosion impact oral health?

  It can lead to increased sensitivity and decay
• How do all these factors collectively influence recall intervals?

  They determine the frequency of patient follow-ups