Specialties
removes calculus and plaque, prevention, education, only licensed to perform PROPHYLAXIS
hygienist
Preferred and reliable method of Sterilization
Autoclave
EPA(enviromental protection agency)
manages hazardous waste
Mounting xrays What is the landmark for a maxillary premolar film?
Maxillary sinus
Gingivitis is?
BLEEDING GUMS
What is EFDA
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Examples of CDC single use items
suction, facemasks, prophy angle, patient napkin, needles
TMJ is what?
TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT
Apex of tooth examined in what type of x-ray?
Periapical
What is the universal numbering system used outside the US?
INTERNATIONAL or FDI
concerned with “malocclusion” (teeth don’t bite correctly)
orthodontist
Primary advantage of disposable products
REDUCE CHANCE OF SPREAD OF DISEASES
SDS (safety data Sheets)
kept for ANY DENTAL LIQUIDS AND MATERIALS, chemical hazards
What is detected on Bitewing x-rays?
Interproximal caries
What is the numbering system used inside the US?
UNIVERSAL
diagnosis and treatment of surrounding and supporting structures of “children's” teeth
pediatric dentist
Highest level of chemical disinfectant for instruments
Glutaraldehyde
What is CEJ?
CEMENTO ENAMEL JUNCTION
What type of extra oral radiograph show bones of the SKULL?
Cephalometric
Define Demineralization
- BREAK DOWN OF ENAMEL
supporting and surrounding structures of tooth. DO “root planning”, and gingivectomy- surgical removal of dental pulp
periodontist
Ultrasonic cleaner is used as a
DEBRIDER not disinfectant
HIPAA- define?
protects patient information. No one can obtain any info about pt. UNLESS the pt. Has given SIGNED INFORMED CONSENT.
Label x-rays with what?
Pt. name, date, dr. name
When leaving a message on patients answering machine, what do you say?
Say no TX or personal information, just leave a name and number to call back.