Oral Embryology/Dental Histology
In what period of human development does the blastocyst appear?
Germinal Stage
Which tissue secures the tooth to the alveolar bone through groups of fibers?
Periodontal Ligaments
What is removed during dental scaling?
Calculus
What components are recorded as basic vital signs in a clinical setting?
Respirations, Pulse, Temperature, and Blood Pressure
What condition is represented when a tooth is marked with a blue “X”?
The tooth is missing
What is the hardest substance in the body?
Enamel
Which structure provides bony support for tooth roots?
Alveolar Process
Which elements are part of a dental hygiene treatment plan?
The number of appointments needed to provide the treatment
What is the typical normal blood pressure reading for an adult patient?
120/80 mm Hg
What notation is used to indicate dental caries on a charted tooth?
Should be colored in red
Failure of fusion of the palatal shelves leads to what developmental defect?
Cleft Palate
What term describes the junction where two cortical plates come together between teeth?
Alveolar Crest
What is an example of a dental hygiene standard of care?
Planning
What condition is suggested by heavy incisal and occlusal tooth wear?
Grinding or clenching of the teeth
What does a blue letter “S” on a tooth in a dental chart indicate?
Indicates that the tooth is covered by an enamel sealant
At what location does dentin meet cementum?
The Root
What area of alveolar bone is found between the roots of a multirooted tooth?
Interradicular Septum
What procedure involves the intentional removal of diseased cementum from the root surface?
Root Planing
What is the purpose of a diagnosis in dental treatment planning?
Identify all dental diseases in the oral cavity
What should a dental assistant do on a periodontal chart if a tooth is missing?
Include it in the chart regardless of the treatment planning
The majority of the tongue develops from which pharyngeal arch?
Pharyngeal Arch I
What happens when cells undergo histodifferentiation?
They change into different types of cells
At what point is the evaluation phase considered complete in a periodontally healthy patient?
At the next appointment
Why is a soft tissue exam of the head, neck, and oral cavity performed?
To identify lesions in the mouth
What notation is used when bleeding occurs during periodontal probing?
Circle the depth in red