Diagnostic Imaging
Describe how an animal in V/D would be positioned
What is
Back in v-tough - paws up in the air
How many deciduous teeth do a puppy & an adult canine have?
What is
28 and 42
What is the tool that uses a paste that is a gritty material used on the surface of the tooth (remove plaque and restore smoothness)
Prophy Polisher/head & Cup
What is the definition of histology?
What is
This method of Diagnostic imaging is used to diagnose a disease, visualize an abnormality, as well as collect a tissue sample
What is
Endoscopic imaging & diagnostics
What do the kVp & mA settings control?
What is
kVp = contrast & scale of grey
mA= quantity and Density (blackness)
What are 4 clinical signs of periodontal disease?
What is
Halitosis
Pawing at the mouth
Facial swelling
Dropping food
Unusual aggression
Sneezing or snorting following eating or drinking
Anorexia
Dysphagia
Oral bleeding
This instrument have a more “robust” working edge than luxators and are used to cut and break down the periodontal ligament during tooth extractions
What are
Elevators
How do we use a refractometer?
What is
1. Inspect and clean the prism cover glass and cover plate
2. Place a drop of sample fluid on the prism, cover the glass
3. Point the refractometer toward bright artificial light or sunlight
4. Bring the light–dark boundary line into focus by turning the eyepiece
5. Read and record findings
6 . Clean
What is the unit of measurement used to express the dose equivalent that results from exposure to ionizing radiation?
What is
Rem
What are 3 restraint aids?
What is
V-trough
Kling Gauze/rope
Foam
Sedation
What are some of the most common equipment utilized by veterinary professionals performing dental prophylaxis
What is
•Dental Unit
•+/- Antiseptic rinse
•Gauze
•Periodontal probe/explorer
•Hand scaler
•Ultrasonic scaler
•Curette
•Calculus forceps
•Prophy paste & cup
•Elevators
•Extraction forceps
•Dental burrs
•Scalpel and suture
•Xray equipment
An instrument with a blade that has a rounded “toe”
Used to remove dental calculus and deposits from below the gingival margin (subgingivally)
What are
Curettes
What color tube is commonly used for the chemistry analyzer?
What is the anticoagulant?
What is the Idexx Chemistry analyzer called?
All three must be stated for full points
What is
Green top
Heparin
Catalyst ___
What teeth are felines missing compared to canines on the dental chart?
What is
105, 205 on maxilla
305, 306, 405, 406, on the mandible
•What 4 properties of x-rays may cause them to be seriously underestimated in terms of safety?
•What is:
•Invisible
•Painless
•Their effects are latent, they are not evident immediately and may not manifest until sometime in the future
•Effects are cumulative, so repeated very low doses may be as hazardous as a single large exposure
What are the steps in the development of periodontal disease?
What is
•Bacteria cause plaque formation
•Mineralization of plaque forms calculus (tartar)
•Bacterial toxins and the animal’s immune response cause damage to teeth, bone and supporting structures
•Destruction of supporting structures results in progressive gum recession, pocket formation, infection & bone loss
What is a mechanical scaler that oscillates at high frequencies
Used to remove calculus above the gingival margin (supragingival)
What is
Ultrasonic Scaler
What supplies are needed when setting up for a blood collection?
What is
Proper blood tubes - labeled
Proper sized needle & syringe
Alcohol
Bandage
Opt. Clippers
What are the 4 common blood collection sites and where are they located?
What is
jugular - neck
cephalic - cranial and proximal surface of the front limb
saphenous - canine =lateral & feline = medial of hind leg
What are some ways to reduce radiation exposure?
What is:
PPE - lead gown/apron, thyroid shield, dosimeter, goggles & gloves
Collimation
Position & measure correctly so you get the image on the first try
Increase distance from the primary beam
No one pregnant or under 18 involved with x-rays
In general, a dental prophylaxis procedure consists of what steps? In order
What is
•Complete intra-oral examination
•Charting
•Dental radiographs
•Antiseptic oral rinse
•Supra- and subgingival scaling
•Polishing
•Antiseptic oral rinse again & Subgingival irrigation
•+/- Fluoride
•+/-Analgesics
•+/- A/B’s
What is an instrument with a blade that ends in a pointed tip
Used to remove calculus from above the gingival margin (Supragingivaly)
What is
Hand Scaler
What are the urine sample collection methods from most to least sterile?
What is
Cystocentesis
Catheterization
Expressing Bladder
Free catch
Show an image of a wound:
Using directional terminology how would you describe the location of the wound in the image provided?
Examples of terms to be used:
Cranial, caudal, rostral, distal, proximal, medial, lateral etc.