DV
Tooth Morphology
OH
Infection Control
Generalized Dental Questions
100
vulse
twitch or pull
100
What is the bulk of the tooth composed of?
Dentin
100
Name the 2 types of floss
wax and unwaxed
100
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety Health Association
100
Most abundent nutrient in the body?
Water
200
grad
walk/take steps
200
What is the first tooth to erupt?
Mandibular central incisors
200
What type of bristles do we recommend for a toothbrush?
Soft
200
What does OPIM stand for?
Other potentially infectous materials
200
What is it called when you examine the body with your hands for detection of abnormalities?
Palpation or palpate
300
gnath
jaw
300
Which teeth are not succedaneous?
Premolars
300
What angle should you use for a tooth brush?
45 degrees
300
What machine uses steam under pressure to sterilize instruments?
Autoclave
300
Under which exposure category are dental assistants in?
1
400
otomy
create an opening
400
The bulges on the incisal edge of a newly erupted central incisor
Mamelons
400
What motion do we use for flossin to insert the floss gently?
Seasaw or sawing
400
What machine uses a cavitation process to create bubbles to clean bioburden off of instruments?
Ultrasonic cleaner
400
______ is a natural mineral that strengthens tooth enamel, preventing cavities. It’s commonly found in toothpaste and municipal water supplies.
fluoride
500
intra
within, inside
500
What tooth has 2 root canals in one root?
Mandibular 1st molar
500
How often should you replace your brush?
Every 3 months
500
Who is responsible for providing the hepatitis B vaccine?
Employer
500
By law, who owns the dental chart?
The dental office
600
end-
within
600
Which tooth is most commonly congenitally missing?
Lateral incisors
600
How long does acid attack your teeth after taking a bite of something to eat or something to drink?
5 minutes
600
When is OSHA training done?
Within 30 days of hire, annually, and whenever new products are introduced to the office
600
When should dental/medical history be reviewed?
Every visit
700
fren-
fold of skin
700
Which tooth has the cusp of carabelli?
Maxillary 1st molar
700
3 reasons for brushing & flossing
1. Prevent Decay
2. Prevent Bad Breath
3. Prevent gingivitis
700
How long do employers keep employee health records for?
duration of employment +30 years
700
What are the basic vital signs?
1. Blood pressure
2. Pulse
3. Temperature
4. Respiration
800
sial-
saliva
800
What type of decay has started in the enamel, but has not advanced into the dentin yet?
Incipient
800
What type of interdental aid is recommended for someone who has poor manual dexterity?
Floss holders
800
What is the most accurate way to ensure sterilization has occured?
Spore test AKA biological test
800
Which teeth are commonly extracted for orthodontic treatment?
Premolars
900
calc
stone
900
Which tooth has a non-functioning lingual cusp?
Mandibular 1st premolar
900
Who would interproximal brushes be recommended to? 3 things
-ortho/braces
-periodontal disease
-bridges
900
When wearing a mask, what is the mask protecting?
Mucous membranes of the nose and mouth
900
When does an office RE-TRAIN the employees on OSHA standards?
Yearly and every time a new product is introduced
1000
doch-
duct/tube
1000
What fibrous tissue connects the tooth to the periodontium?
Periodontal Ligament
1000
Who condition would rubber or wooden stimulators be used for?
peridontal disease
1000
Name 2 common errors for autoclave failure that we've talked about in class:
1. improper settings (time and temperature)
2. improper packaging
1000
What classification of caries has decay on the occlusal pits and fissures of the posterior teeth?
Class I
1100
gloss
tongue
1100
What is known as the "tooth socket"?
Alveolus
1100
What is plaque?
Yellow sticky film that colonizes and grows in mouth. Made of bacteria, saliva, minerals, and food debris
1100
What is the correct order of donning PPE
gown, mask, eyewear, gloves
1100
What vitamin is often recommended for people who have gum disease or gum issues? Hint: It helps with immunity
Vitamin C
1200
Myel
spinal cord, marrow
1200
What is the structure that surrounds and supports the teeth?
Periodontium
1200
What is periodontal disease?
Advanced stages of gingivitis. Disease of the gums & supporting structures
1200
What is distilled water, and why is it used in the autoclave?
Water where all of the minerals are removed.
Minerals need to be removed so they don't build up and calcify in the chamber/autoclave.
1200
Explain the difference between a crown and a veneer
- crown shaves down a majority of the tooth and covers the entire crown of the tooth
- a veneer is not shaved down, covers just the front of the tooth and a small portion of the back
