Case Study 17

The pts dental erosion is most likely due to excessive soft drink consumption. Pts using methamphetamines generally consume excessive amounts of soft drinks.

Which GV Blacks Classification for decay do pts who abuse methamphetamines most likely exhibit?

Zantac is prescribed to reduce stomach acid. Zantac can cause tachycardia

Methamphetamine use is increasing in the US because its duration is much longer than cocaine.

Which rigid gracey curets could remove the calculus on #19?

Excessive bleeding can be expected during SRP because aspirin blocks thromboxane A2 and irreversibly inhibits COX-3.

Each of the following can be recommended for pt home care EXCEPT one. Which is the EXCEPTION?

Each of the following is a clinical symptom of methamphetamine use EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

The pts blood pressure is

Smoking is the most damaging form of meth to the tooth structure. The "high" associated with meth use does not last as long as cocaine.

The pts chronic periodontal condition is

Zantac is an H2-receptor antagonist. Adverse reactions of Zantac include both tachycardia and bradycardia.

Which is evident on the mesial of the mandibular left second molar?

During debridement, the pt could have increase bleeding due to

Which home care recommendations is most beneficial for the pt?