Numbering Systems
The most common tooth-numbering system used in the US
Universal/National System
Rubber Dam Forceps are classified as a __________ instrument
semicritical
this is an examination technique in which the examiner uses his or her fingers and hands to feel for size, texture, and consistency of hard and soft tissues
palpation
Water and debris are removed in large volumes using the ___ because ____ volume of air is moved into a vacuum hose at low pressure and water can be removed in smaller amounts using the _________ ______
HVE high
Saliva ejector
____________ is the process by which the resin material is changed from a pliable state into a hardened restoration. The curing process is most critical, you can only cure in 2-3 mm increments. Working with auto-cured materials is even more critical as you are under restraints of working and setting times
polymerization
The Palmer Notation System (PNS) requires that each quadrant is given a number and a ___________
bracket (L)
During four-handed dentistry, the operator must have a comfortable stool with a footrest. The patient dental chairs are operated by the use of
finger or foot operated control systems
The clinical dental assistant will follow a routine protocol when preparing the patient for _______ exam that includes; seating the patient, draping the patient with a napkin and positioning the patient for the dentist to begin his/her exam
Clinical
The prophylaxis angle attaches to the _____ handpiece and is used to perform _________ ___________ which is a technique used to remove plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces of the teeth. Always follow the manufacturer's directions carefully when properly cleaning handpieces.
low speed
coronal polishing of the teeth
A limited rinse is performed by the dental assistant using a ________ and __________
HVE
Air-water syringe
The primary teeth are identified on the universal numbering system by
Letters A-T
A device used to triturate dental materials is called an______________ properly triturated amalgam should appear
amalgamator
shiny, soft pliable mass
Taking intraoral and extraoral radiographs, charting and recording the dentist's findings, assisting the patient with completion of the patient information forms are all part of tx planning and patient exams. Who's responsibility is this?
dental assistant
The ____________ zone is the area where instruments and dental materials are exchanged. Hand instruments are designed with three specific parts; working end, shank and the _____ end
transfer
terminal
A step in the final cavity preparation is placing a _____________ or a __________ which stimulates production of secondary dentin.
desensitizing agent or liner (calcium hydroxide)
The permanent teeth are identified on the universal numbering system by
Numbers 1-32
This is a piece of dental floss or dental tape that should always be attached to the bow/arch of the dental dam clamp before placing it in the patient's mouth for safety reasons
ligature tie
When greeting a patient always call them by their ____________ and introduce yourself
Mr. or Ms. last name
The high speed handpiece uses a rotary instrument shank called a bur. We call it a ________ _______ because that is what holds it in place
friction grip
A _____must be used when one or both of the proximal surfaces are removed during a restoration and it must be snug around the buccal of the tooth being restored to provide a permanent surface for holding dental material in place
matrix system such as a universal or tofflemire retainer and matrix band
What are the numbers of all four of the Canines
6,11,22,27
The mouth mirror, double-ended explorer, and cotton pliers make up the _______ _____ where as scissors and Howe pliers are known as __________ instruments
Basic setup
Accessory
Before any procedure begins be sure to ask the patient if they have had any medical hx changes and if they are...
Taking any medications including OTC, supplements, vitamins
What equipment is needed to make duplicate copies of a film? Any leak of white light in the darkroom will cause film fog on your radiograph
a film duplicator
Sealants are used on primary molars with deep pits and fissures to prevent decay, the first step in preparing to place a dental sealant would be to...
clean the tooth