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Who was the first woman to graduate from a recognized dental college? Lucy B. Hobbs-Taylor What are the conditions that would indicate the need for restorative dentistry? - initial or recurring decay - replacement or failed restorations - abrasion or wearing away of tooth structure True or False: Aesthetic dentistry is primarily devoted to improving the appearance of teeth; specific conditions that indicate a need for aesthetic treatment include the replacement of a partial denture. Fals...

Cellular Used as a temporary wall during a composite restoration Pulpotomy Removal of coronal portion of exposed vital pulp Pulpectomy Complete Removal of coronal pulp Hemisection Procedure in which the root and crown are cut lengthwise and removed Gingivectomy Surgical removal of diseased gingival tissues Gingivoplasty Procedure in which reshaping/contouring of gums is performed Osteoplasty What is an additive bone surgery called? Ostectomy What is subtractive bone surgery ...

What is the function of a dental liner? thin layer of material that protects the pulp On what tooth structure is a liner placed? placed on the deepest portion of the cavity prep What are three unique qualities of Calcium Hydroxide protects the pulp from chemical irritation, stimulates production of secondary dentin, compatible with all types of materials. What are the three types of Pulpal stimuli Physical, Mechanical, Chemical & Biologic Can Varnish be placed under all restorative m...

The dentist finds decay on the mesial surface of the restoration on tooth 24. The dental assistant recognizes the cavity on the patient's 24 as: recurrent decay the dental assistant selects a foam tray for the application of the patient's topical fluoride. What should the dental assistant do with the trays tried in but not selected? discard the receptionist is called upon to help disinfect the operator after the first patient's appointment. What personal protective equipment should the ...

What two basic methods are used to acquire a digital x-ray image? Direct imaging(sensor) & indirect imaging(PSP) Advantages of Digital Radiography Immediate viewing of images, less radiation, no chemicals, ability to enhance images, communication with other dentists, no more lost films, remote consultation capability Disadvantages of Digital Radiography Cost, converting previous records to digital, learning the computer software, thickness and rigidity of sensors, infection control What...

In relation to dental radiography, which one of the following terms refers to the anatomical landmark used to identify a maxillary canine periapical film? 1. Maxillary sinus. 2. Mental foramen. 3. Bifurcated roots. 4. Maxillary tuberosity. 1. Maxillary Sinus Prior to exposing a dental radiograph/image, placement of the lead apron over the patient protects which one of the following tissues? 1. Vascular. 2. Gonadal. 3. Muscular. 4. Digestive. 2. Gonadal A blood pressure cuff sho...

the patient who is entitled to dental insurance benefits beneficiary a patient presents with thermal sensitivity, severe, intermittent and throbbing pain when chewing. these symptoms are caused by which of the following pulpitis the classification of cavities which occur in the proximal surfaces of incisors and cuspids involve the incisal edge is called class IV a child refuses snacks at school due to chronic dental pain. the teacher observes multiple open lesions and broken teeth in th...

Describe the location of the following cranial bones 1. Frontal 2. Temporal 3. Parietal 4. Sphenoid 5. Occipital 6.Ethmoid 1. forehead 2.Sides 3.Roof 4.Anterior Base 5. Base 6. Orbit and Floor Describe the location and function of the four types of teeth; 1. Incisors 2. Canine 3.Premolars 4.Molars 1. Front of mouth/ cutting food 2. Back of mouth/ grasping and tearing 3.Corner of mouth/ cutting and tearing 4. Back of mouth/ chewing and grinding Describe the location o...

Periodontal disease Infection of the structures that support the teeth (gums and bones) Mercury, silver & tin What is amalgam fillings composed of Periodontal disease Bone loss in the jaw is an indication of what disease Concept of radiation that states that exposure should be kept "as low as resonably possible" What is the ALARA concept Positive - Anode Negative-Cathode What is the positive & negavtove electrode in the x-ray tube Film, phosphorous storage plate, digital sencor...