Common Dental Treatments
This is done in the first appointment for a new patient
What is a comprehensive exam
A prosthetist makes these and every cartoon grandparent has them?
What are dentures?
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What are bitewings
This image helps view the growth and development of teeth as well as help with TMJ diagnosis
What is an OPG?
The process of thoroughly cleaning the dental instruments that have been used in the mouth using heat to remove bacteria, fungi and viruses.
What is sterilisation/sterilising?
More commonly, an oral health therapist or Dental hygienist will take gum measurements when performing this
What is a periodontal exam?
This procedure is carried out by a Dentist or Oral surgeon when a tooth is unsalvageable?
What is an extraction?
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What is an intraoral photo?
This image is typically taken of a singular tooth
What is a PA - Periapical
It takes a radiograph from the patient's mouth and sends it straight to the computer
What is a sensor x-ray?
This is performed at recall appointments by either a dentist or more commonly OHT/Hygienist as they can be more thorough than a patient can be at home?
What is a scale and clean?
This is performed by a Dentist or Endodontist when a tooth has died
What is an RCT?
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What is a 3D image?
This image produces 3D information of a patients skull
What is a CBCT?
It is a requirement for the practice to keep a record of instrument sterilisation
What is Steri tracking?
This appointment happens routinely - usually every 6 months
What is a recall exam?
This is placed on a tooth when it is too decayed or has fractured to keep it strong, or on top of a RCT tooth to give it protection.
What is a crown?
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What is an OPG?
This image captures a side profile to check jaw position
What is cephalometric radiography?
This is used to see what's happening beneath the surface of the teeth and gums, aiding in the detection of cavities, gum disease, and other issues?
What is a dental radiograph?
This procedure is recommended by a dentist if there is decay showing on a tooth
What is a restoration/filling?
This is placed into the jawbone when the tooth cannot be saved or the next step if an RCT has failed
What is an implant?
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What is an extraoral photo?
This image is taken by having a patient bite down on a tab
What is a bitewing?
Cone Beam Computed Tomography
What does CBCT stand for?