Go grab this
My patient broke out in a rash and says their throat is itchy.
What is epinephrine or Benadryl.
Administer for delayed skin manifestations like localized hives, rash, or itching occurring after exposure to latex, antibiotics, or restorative materials.
This temporary restorative material gets its very recognizable clove-like smell from this ingredient.
Eugenol
Oh no there was a chemical spill.
Where is the dry lab under the sink.
"The spit sucker"
What is a saliva ejector
Before modern dentistry, this profession was known for performing both haircuts and tooth extractions.
What is a barber/barber-surgeon?
My patient syncoped after numbing.
Oxygen.
Lay patient back.
Call 911 if the person stays unconscious for longer than one minute or They have chest pain, trouble breathing, confusion, or a seizure.
This product that is no longer used in dental settings smells like natural rubber. It has a distinct, earthy, and chemical scent that reminds people of balloons, elastic bands, or a shoe store.
What is latex?
Something splashed into my eyes
Where is the breakroom sink
"That water pick thing"
What is a piezo
In the 19th century this product was used for recreational purposes, people would experience a temporary state of euphoria and uncontrollable laughter
What is nitrous?
My patient is having an asthma attack.
Albuterol
Call 911 if symptoms don't improve
In the middle of a root canal it often smells similar to a recently cleaned bathroom because of this chemical.
sodium hypochlorite
In the event of an emergency, we evacuate and meet here.
Where is the Chiropractors parking lot.
"Are you going to do the gum poking thing"
What is perio charting
Before toothpaste came in tubes, tooth powders sometimes contained ingredients like chalk, charcoal, and even these crushed shells from the sea.
What are oyster shells?
My patient has angina for the first time.
What is Nitroglycerine.
Take one dose. If pain continues, repeat every 5 minutes for a maximum of three doses.
If chest pain persists after the third dose—or if symptoms are severe—call 911 immediately
Patients often describe a sulfur or rotten egg smell as well as a salty, metallic and/or sour taste in their mouth if they have one of these.
Abscessed tooth
The prime mill is on fire, I need to put it out ASAP.
Where is the fire extinguisher across from op 2 or the employee bathroom.
"When do you put the screw thing in my bone"
What is an implant
An ancient explanation for toothaches blamed the pain on one of these tiny creatures supposedly living inside the tooth.
What is a tooth worm?
My patient is unconscious and not breathing.
AED and oxygen.
Use an automated external defibrillator (AED) immediately if a person collapses, is completely unresponsive, and is not breathing.
Patients may describe this odor as “rotten eggs.” These volatile compounds produced by oral bacteria are a major contributor to halitosis.
What are volatile sulfur compounds
I need to look up a products details and safety information.
"Do you want me to take out my plate?"
What is a denture?
In the 1700s and 1800s, some dentures contained real human teeth. Teeth collected from fallen soldiers after this famous 1815 battle even earned a gruesome nickname.
What is the Battle of Waterloo? (“Waterloo teeth”)