Dental Procedures
What procedure is needed when there is trauma to the pulp, decay into the pulp, or if the tooth breaks and there is a pulpAl exposure
Root Canal
What is the definition of the maxilla?
Upper jaw that holds teeth
How often should dental water lines be flushed?
At least once per day
Which matrix is used for anterior composite filling
Celluloid/Mylar strip
What part of the bridge is the floating crown that replaces the missing tooth
Pontic
To prep a tooth for a filling is to
Remove all decay
what is the name of tooth #2?
Upper right 2md molar
What instrument can not go into the ultrasonic?
Handpiece
What is the spoon excavator used for?
Spoon excavator
How many X-rays are in an FMX?
18
A preventive procedure where a plastic like coating is placed that protects the occlusal grooves of posterior teeth
Sealants
Maxillary: 8/9
Mandibular: 24/25
How does an autoclave sterilize instruments?
Uses heat and pressure to sterilize instruments
What is the amalgam carrier used for?
Instrument used to scoop amalgam from the well
What bite classification represents a protrusion maxilla?
Class II
What is needed when a tooth is broken or heavily decayed?
Crown
How many teeth are in the primary dentition.
20
OSHA
Why is the burnished used?
Instrument used to smooth amalgam
What is calculus?
Attached hard bacteria buildup
Who in the dental office can legally permanently cement a crown or bridge
Dentist
The outer layer covering the root of the tooth
What agency makes guidelines and recommendations for infection prevention
CDC
What is the plugger used for?
Used to pack the amalgam
What are the 3 types of partials?
Flex basee, resin, cast metal