Sealants
What is a dental sealant?
Coating that covers the occlusal pits and fissures of the teeth
What can coronal polish remove?
Only extrinsic stains, that forms on the external surface of the tooth.
What is inflammation of the gingiva tissue?
Gingivitis
What is an explorer?
To examine teeth for decay, calculus and furcations.
True of false
Are teeth considered bones?
False
True or False
Sealant is a invasive, non preventive treatment
False
What are endogenous stains?
Stains developed from within the structure of the teeth
What causes periodontal disease?
Plaque, and Calculus
What is an XCP?
Extension cone paralleling
What is another name for wisdom teeth?
Third molars
If saliva contamination occurs during etching what must you do?
Re-etch for five seconds
How would you grasp the handpiece when doing a coronal polish?
Grasp like a pen and, use fulcrum
What are the two type of calculus
Subgingival , and Supragingival
What is a Scaler used for?
To remove supragingival calculus
What is the hardest bone in the body?
Femur
How do you reduce highspots after checking the sealant
Using round bur in a slow speed hand piece
Within what time period will plaque reform after brushing?
Within 12-24 hours
What is glossitis?
Inflammation of mucosa of the dorsal and ventural surfaces of the tongue
What is the area where dental instruments are passed between the dentist and dental assistant called?
The transfer zone
True or false
Human teeth are the only part of the body that cannot heal themselves
False
SLight cure and Self cure are types of:
Polymerization
Is a prophylaxis considered a coronal polish? If not what is a prophylaxis?
A prophylaxis is not a coronal polish. It is the complete removal of calculus, plaque, and debris using a scaler.
Congenital abnormalities can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
Genetic factors, environmental factors, and developmental errors.
What is the difference between cleaning, disinfecting and sterilization?
Cleaning removes dirt and other substances, while disinfecting and sterilization kill harmful microorganisms
What are the only flying mammals?
Bats