Directional Charting
This surface is closest to the midline
What is the mesial
This is the outermost layer of all teeth
What is the enamel
This specialty works only with children
What is pedodontics
These members of the dental team must practice proper handwashing
What is all members
This area of the office is where instruments are sterilized
This surface faces the cheek only
What is the buccal
This is the joint that moves the jaw
What is the TMJ
This specialty focuses on fixing malocclusion
What is orthodontics
This level of cleaning uses a chemical to begin killing germs
What is disinfection
These are given to a patient after a procedure is completed
What are post-op instructions
This is the surface that is on every tooth
What is the lingual
This is the correct term for the roof of the mouth
What is the palette
This specialty focuses on root canals
What is the endodontist
This type of cleaning ensures 100% destruction of all microorganisms
What is sterilization
These should be taken and displayed prior to the dentist examining a patient
What are radiographs/x-rays
This is the biting edge of the anterior teeth
What is the incisal edge
This is the area between the free and attached gingiva
What is the gingival sulcus
What is periodontics
These are placed on surface that cannot easily be sterilized
What are barriers
These should be written in shorthand whenever possible
What are narrative notes
This is the tooth number for the lower right third molar
What is #32
This is the skin that attaches the lips or cheeks to the gums
What is the frenum
This specialty focuses on dentures and partials
What is prosthodontics
These steps are taken to keep both provider and patients safe from diseases
What are universal precautions
These are adjusted for patient comfort when the dentist leaves the operatory
What are the dental light and chair