PEDS
What flavor is nada paste?
no flavor
What are the elastic bands used to help close gaps called?
power chains
What is put in the ultrasonic at the start of the day?
Water and a scoop of enzymax powder.
A patient called to cancel their appointment. How should you document this?
What x-rays are typically taken on a 4 year old's first dental visit?
2 PAs (upper + lower) and 2 bitewings
What material do we use for sealants?
GI - fuji triage
How many classes of maloclusion are there?
3
How often should you refill water on the autoclave?
Right side - daily
Left side - weekly
How soon should a text message ideally be returned?
within 15 minutes of receiving.
How/when/who should you notify if we need to order a supply?
ASANA either stef, yuzell or megan BEFORE opening the last box of the item.
Name each bur on a typical op bur block?
cutting bur (330/557), football, whitestone, 2 sizes of ceramic slowspeed, gold midwest polishing bur.
What is a herbst appliance used for?
It is used to correct an overbite and align the upper and lower teeth.
How can you assume that an instrument pack has been sterilized?
The indicator patch/S on the package is darkened.
What needs to be done at the start of every day to prepare the front area?
1. Disney+ on Dory's Reef Cam on tv above ipads.
2. Patient slideshow on tv above whiteboard.
3. Essential oil diffuser filled + turned on.
4. Lights on.
5. Music on.
6. iPads charged + turned on.
What type of supplies should NOT be kept in the basement?
anything with an expiration date
What is the dental term for the bleach used when prepping for a crown?
sodium hypochlorite
What are our retainer protocols?
1. do not clean with hot water or toothpaste - just toothbrush and cool water.
2. remove from back
3. don't bite into place
4. put in case when not in mouth - NOT A NAPKIN KATE! :)
What does NOT go in the ultrasonic?
isolite/isodry, laser tips, cavitron, handpieces, and motors.
A patient calls and wants to make an appointment. How do you gather their information?
New Patient Intake Form
What apps should be open on every computer every day?
Dolphin, weave, email, and asana.
Name every instrument in a restorative kit.
+2 points -- Dr. Annie/David vs Dr. Aimee
Mirror, explorer, 2 sets of college pliers, spoon, and condenser.
+RD clamp and RD frame vs isolite
What does TAD stand for and what does it do?
Temporary Anchorage Device - small titanium screws used to provide an extra anchor point in orthodontic treatment. This extra anchor will help to move teeth with greater precision and control.
What PPE should be worn while working in sterile?
Gloves, eye protection, mask, and lab jacket.
What type of appointments should go in doctor P20s?
look-see, sealants/sdf (bad behavior), ext-20, follow-ups.
What type of other providers do we recommend working with prior to a laser release?
PT, OT, speech/feeding therapist, myofunctional therapist, lactation consultant, chiropractor, or osteopath.