Autistic Spectrum Disorder
A developmental and neurological disorder that affects interactions with others
What is autistic spectrum disorder?
This instrument removes plaque on the facial and mesial surfaces of teeth.
What is the Gracey 11/12
The material Invisalign aligners are made of
What is medical grade plastic?
This is the best brushing technique to recommend to a patient with a fixed oral appliance
What is the Charter's brushing method?
Peanut
Who is Sameen's dog?
Little to no eye contact, not responding or slow responses, difficulty maintaining a conversation
What is social interaction behavior?
This instrument is used for plaque removal from line angle to line angle on posterior teeth. Buccal and lingual.
What is Gracey 7/8?
This is the optimal amount of hours per day clear aligners should be worn.
What are 20 - 22 hrs?
This type of orthodontic treatment is cheaper for correction of misaligned teeth.
What are metal braces?
Praising Alex, providing incentives or tokens for following his oral hygiene routine effectively
What is positive reinforcement?
An unusual behavior that is repetitive
What is echolalia?
Right-handed clinicians will be in this clock position when scaling the left maxillary arch posterior surfaces.
What is 8-9 o'clock position?
This is the timeline at which clear aligners should be switched out for best results.
What is 1 - 2 weeks?
This material is used to create fixed oral appliance brackets....( hint: not metal )
What are ceramic brackets?
Oral manifestations of ASD (name at least 3)
What is bruxism, tongue thrusting, pica, caries related conditions, poor oral hygiene, or self injury?
Impairs communication and social interactions without delay of cognitive abilities or developmental skills
What is Asperger Disorder?
The left thumb is usually in contact with the opposing thumb during instrumentation.
What is reinforcement?
This specific feature makes brushing, flossing, and eating easier with no dietary restrictions.
What is removable?
The teeth are slowly shifted when the brackets and wires are adjusted to correct the misalignment which can cause discomfort for the patient. (hint: what is causing the discomfort)
What is pressure?
Genetic disorder occurring only in girls
What is Rett disorder?
Atypical autism
What is severe impairment without meeting all the criteria for a specific diagnosis?
This action should be done often to ensure effective calculus removal and limit clinician fatigue while instrumenting.
What is sharpening?
The clear appearance of Invisalign can be difficult to be seen by others, but many patients lose them as well.
TAD is an acronym for...
What is temporary anchorage devices?
These are the names of the two stuffed monkeys Professor Ross took out during examinations
Who are Ricco and Suave?