Endodontics
"baby root canal"
pulpotomy
instrument used to measure pockets
perio probe
how many years of schooling does an OS need?
4-6 years of postgraduate work
most ortho offices are
open bay
what needs to be done before treating a pt
med hx and consent
process of filling a root canal with gutta percha
obturation
how many measurements per tooth when perio charting
6
What are the universal forceps for upper and lower?
150 & 151
What cement is commonly selected for the cementation of orthodontic bands?
Glass ionomer cement.
how many x-rays in an FMX
18
4 BW and 14 PA
percussion and palpation meaning
percussion- tapping on incisal or occlusal surface
palpation- applying firm pressure to mucosa above the apex
important adverse effect of tetracycline
interferes with the effectiveness of birth control pills
-plasty
change something or repair
Wire ligatures should be twisted and cut, leaving a _____-mm pigtail.
4 to 5mm
I have had several organs removed. What is the suffix for surgically removed?
images needed
initial, working length, master point (before filling), final, recall (6mos. later)
mobility scale
0 - normal
1- slight mobility
2 - moderate mobility
3 - extreme mobility
instrument is used to remove root tips or fragments?
Root Tip Pick
overbite vs overjet?
overbite - maxillary jaw overlaps the mandibular jaw, causing increased vertical overlap of the maxillary incisors
overjet - excessive protrusion of the maxillary incisors
used for temporary filling (cavity or unfinished rct)
Intermediate restorative material (IRM)
irrigation solutions
sodium hypochlorite (household bleach with water)
ethylenediaminetetraactic acid (EDTA)
chlorhexidine
what is bone graft material made of
patient's own body, humans, animal bone, or synthetic materials
-otomy
cut something/surgical incision
The orthodontic problems of most people come from an interaction of ______, ________, and ________
developmental, genetic, and environmental influences
what is needed for a class 3 or 4 filling
posterior- tofflemire matrix
anterior- mylar or celluloid strip