Human Anatomy
What is the name of the largest artery in the body?
Aorta
What causes the breakdown or holes in teeth?
Cavities
What tool is used to listen to heartbeats and lung sounds?
Stethoscope
How often should dental cleanings be done?
Every 6 months
Dr. Patel
Dr. Le
Dr. Truong
What is the strongest substance in the human body?
Enamel
What oral disease is caused by the build-up of plaque and causes gum inflammation?
Gingivitis
What device is used to sanitize tools and kill microbes?
Autoclave
What substance do many US states have in their water to protect from tooth decay?
Fluoride
What time do we meet at the flagpoles on clinic mornings?
~5:30AM
What teeth are primarily used for griding food?
Molars
95% of adults with periodontal disease also commonly have...
Diabetes
Name 3 types of PPE
Gown
Gloves
Facemask
What is the #1 infectious disease worldwide?
Tuberculosis
Name all 4 (25/26 Board)
2 Clinic Coordinators
2 Dental Coordinators
Tyler Mitchell
Divya Mehta
Dylan Nguyen
Tiffany Vo
What gland is responsible for regulating metabolism?
Thyroid Gland
What disorder causes thick mucus that can lead to a lung infection?
Cystic fibrosis
What machine is used for patients who cannot breathe on their own?
Ventilator
What year was the Affordable Health Care act passed?
2010 (Obamacare)
How many miles away is Clinic from UCI?
147 miles
What is the small, almond-shaped structure in the brain responsible for processing emotions (especially fear)?
Amygdala
Which microorganism is responsible for causing COVID-19?
SARS-CoV-2
What is the name of the portable device used for emergent cardiac arrests?
automated external defibrillator (AED)
Approximately, how many deaths worldwide are caused by oral-cancers?
~180,000
Where did Dr. Biddy attend medical school?
Tijuana