Coronal Polishing
A technique used to remove plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces of the teeth
What is Coronal polishing
"instrument used to remove supragingival calculus in the contact area of anterior teeth; the blade on the chisel scaler is curved slightly to adapt to the tooth surfaces"
What is a chisel scaler
_________are a valuable aid for evaluating periodontal disease
What is Radiographs
The________preventive dentistry is to have a healthy mouth for a lifetime
What is the goal
Used as a means of protecting the difficult-to clean occlusal surfaces of the teeth from decay
What is a dental sealant
Name the hand pieces and attachments used for coronal polishing
what is a slow speed hand-piece and prophy tip with a cup.
"surgical reshaping and contouring of gingival tissue"
What is gingivoplasty
Patients are referred by the ___________for treatment of a periodontal condition
What is General dentist or dental hygienist
Dental floss is______ in shape; dental tape is_______
What is circular and flat
Sealants cover the_______ where decay-causing bacteria can live
What is occlusal pits and fissures
Is a procedure in which only those teeth or surfaces with stain are polished
What is selective polishing
"also known as plaque or _______, a colorless, soft, sticky coating made up of communities of microorganisms adhering to oral structures"
What is oral bio film
Used to locate and measure the depth of periodontal pockets
What is a periodontal probe
________an be kept under control with the use of brushing, flossing, inter dental cleaning aids, and antimicrobial solutions
Plaque
Do not use ________ on patients with known acrylate allergies
What is sealants
Stains originate within the tooth as a result of developmental and systemic disturbances
What is Endogenous stains
__________________is to have movement
What is mobility
_____________Is the complete removal of calculus, soft deposits, plaque, and stains from all supragingival and unattached subgingival tooth surfaces
What is a dental Prophylaxis
_________has a greater decay-causing potential than do other sugars, but maltose, lactose, glucose, fructose, and their combinations do have high caries-producing capabilities
What is Sucrose
Some brands of sealants release________ after polymerization
What is fluoride
The hand piece and prophylaxis angle are held in a ________, with the handle resting in the V-shaped area of the hand between the thumb and index finger
What is the pen grasp
" structures that surround, support, and are attached to the teeth"
What is the periodontium (per-ee-oe-DON-shee-um)
_______________is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults
What is Periodontal disease
The only one of the artificial sweeteners that actually prevents caries (anticariogenic)
What is Xylitol
Always read and carefully follow __________when applying dental sealants
What is the manufacturer’s instructions