Are you healthy and how you record it
What kind of document is the patient record?
A permanent document
What cavity classification is an occlusal decay?
class I
based on the "clock concept" of operating zones, the patients face would represent what area?
the center of the clock, 12 o'clock
Articulating paper is used for what?
Checking patient's occlusion
What suction is used to remove excess fluid throughout a restorative procedure?
HVE and LVE
When working in paper charts notes need to be recorded in what color ink?
black
The standard classification system used to describe the location of decay and the best method for restoring a tooth was developed by who?
G.V Black
Which instrument grasp hold the instrument in the palm of the hand and uses the thumb to stabilize and guide the instrument?
Palm thumb grasp
How are instruments set up on the dental procedure tray?
In order of use, left to right
When working with a right-handed dentist the DA grasps the suction in what hand
right hand
How often should a patient's medical dental history should be updated?
Every time a patient comes into the office
What is the correct abbreviation for a mesio-occlusal-buccal restoration?
MOB
What is the classification of motion that involves the movement of fingers, wrist and elbow?
Class III
Instruments used to place, condense and carve the dental materials back to the normal anatomy of the tooth are classified as what kind of instruments?
restorative
A cotton roll holder is designed to be used where in the mouth? MAX, MAN or either arch?
Mandibular
What does the clinical exam form include?
charting for the existing restorations and present conditions
How would you say a MODB filling without using the abbreviation?
Mesio-occluso-disto-buccal
What is the purpose of a fulcrum
finger rest, stabilize the hand, reduce likelyhood of slipping and patient injury
Give three uses of the mouth mirror
1. cheek retraction
2. indirect vision
3. protect oral tissue
How should the HVE suction tip be placed when in use?
One tooth distal to the tooth the dentist is working on and so that the beveled edge is even or slightly beyond the OCC or Incisal edge of the tooth
Expected treatment outcomes and description of possible complications are recorded on what form?
Informed consent
According to cavity classification of tooth decay, caries on the gingival third of the facial surface of tooth #13 would be considered class_____ decay.
class V
What is class IV motion and give an example
Operating a Xray unit (using entire arm and shoulder)
What is the name of the restorative instrument made from anodized aluminum or Teflon?
Composite placement instrument
To block the flow of saliva and to protect soft tissue a dry angle should be placed where?