Periodontics
Who is the doctor that specializes in periodontal disease?
Periodontist
Who is the doctor that specializes in orthodontics?
Orthodontist
Who is the doctor that specializes in oral surgery?
Oral surgeon
Who is the doctor that performs general dentistry?
General Dentist
Who is the doctor who specialized in endodontic dentistry?
Endodontist
What instrument is used to measure perio depths?
Perio (periodontal) Probe
What is cemented on the teeth during orthodontic treatment?
Brackets
Name one procedure that an oral surgeon may preform.
Sinus lift, Wisdom tooth extraction, Implant placement, etc.
Other than the dentist, who can place fillings on a patient and what is their title?
EFDA (expanded functions) Dental Assistant
What does RCT stand for?
Root Canal Therapy
What perio depth is the mark of early perio disease?
Anything over 4mm
What must patients wear for bite correction?
Elastics / rubber bands
What is another term for wisdom teeth?
Third molars
In a general dental office, if a patient does not need a filling or any restorative work, what other appointment would they be seen for?
What part of the tooth do endodontist focus on?
The pulp
What is the the first stage of periodontal disease?
Gingivitis
Name 1 orthodontic appliance.
Head gear, Retainer, Expander (RPE), Forsus, etc.
What are at least two thins a patient should or should not do after an extraction?
Bite on gauze, Tylenol/Ibprofen, No straws, No spitting, No smoking, etc.
How often should a patient see the dentist?
What type of full coverage restoration is placed after a root canal has been completed?
A crown
What does the term "perio" refer to?
Gum tissue
What is a retainer used for?
To retain teeth after orthodontic treatment is completed
What is a dry socket?
The loss of the blood clot after an extraction
What is another name for a cavity?
Caries / Decay
What is your favorite memory from Legacy Dental Assisting?
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