Which of the Following Statements Regarding Home Care for the Orthodontic

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding home care for the orthodontic client is true?

• A) Oral irrigating devices are contraindicated because the water lavage can cause a breakdown in the cement or bonding seals.
• B) Electric toothbrushes are contraindicated because they have been found to damage fixed appliances.
• C) Daily fluoride therapy is an important component of preventive care.
• D) All of the above are true.

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