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describe Outline form

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Tooth is fully intact and the dentist decides on initial design and depth of sound

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Describe Resistance form

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Dentist determines the shape of cavity walls

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Describe Retention form

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the dentist knows where to place retention

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Describe Convenience form

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The Tooth is full accessible and ready for the restoration to be placed

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Describe initial prep

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The dentist should design the initial shape design and depth

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Describe final prep

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removal of any leftover enamel, diseased dentin or restorative material. Inserting any extra retention notches. Placing of bases or liners.

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what are the roles of the dental assistant in a restorative procedure

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Be familiar, Prepare setup, Position patient correctly, moisture control, provide better visualization with air water syringe, anticipate the dentists needs, transfer, prepare materials, preform legal functions, maintain patient comfort, maintain infection control, communicate with patient!

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describe class 1 restorations

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Depends on Depth but most commonly composite resin is placed, must evaluate occlusion

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Describe class 2 restorations

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occlusal may be required to get to the restoration site, either amalgam or composite resin is used

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Describe class 3 and 4 restorations

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composite resin is used, precise contour is required (Mylar matrix system is used)

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describe class 5 restorations

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composite resin is generally used, may need a dental dam/gingival retraction cord

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which classes of restoration require matrix systems

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2, 3, 4

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what side of the matrix band is toward the gingiva

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smaller circumference = toward gingiva

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for OTC whitening procedures which patients have a greater risk of sensitivity

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patients with gum recession, minute cracks, or microleakage

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describe direct veneers

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uses composite resin to bond directly to a prepared facial tooth surface

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what are retention pins used to replace

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each missing cusp of the tooth

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describe an indirect veneer

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made in the lab, made of porcelain or composite resin

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in what order do the components of a matrix system go on? and off?

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On - Matrix band, Wedge, Tension ring, Off - Tension ring, Wedge, Matrix band

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why is a preliminary impression is taken at the beginning of a dental bridge appointment

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to plan design of bridge, to design the temporary restoration, to diagnose underlying issues and ensure a proper fit, communicate with the lab

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what is a pontic

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a tooth in a bridge held up by abutments

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what is an abutment

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an anchor tooth or tooth with an implant

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what is a unit

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a tooth in a bridge

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Describe carbonate crowns (prefabricated provisional coverage)

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Polycarbonate - tooth colored, varying sizes, can be filled with composite resin and finished with laboratory bur

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Describe cellulose acetate (prefabricated provisional coverage)

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Thin clear shell, caries provisional material, finished with intraoral or laboratory bur

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describe aluminum and tin crowns (prefabricated provisional coverage)
thin, used as a shell for posterior teeth, ensure proper contouring
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describe stainless steel crowns (prefabricated provisional coverage)
mainly used on primary posterior teeth, trimmed and adapted with pliers, cemented in with high strength cement
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describe laboratory fabricated Provisionals (prefabricated provisional coverage)
used in multi unit bridges or implant procedures, a preliminary impression is taken prior to the main appointment
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what are the parts of a partial denture
framework - metal skeleton (covered with resin like gingiva), Connectors - join the parts of the denture, retainer - the part that directly holds the abutment tooth, rest - metal projection that ensures proper seating, teeth - made of acrylic resin or porcelain
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describe centric occlusion
jaws closed, relaxed, comfortably positioned (occlusal registration)
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describe a protrusive occlusion
when the position of the mandible is as far forward as possible (occlusal registration)
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describe a retrusive occlusion
when the position of the mandible is as far back as possible (occlusal registration)
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describe a lateral excursion
when the mandible is slid to the left or right of a centric position (occlusal registration)
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what is necrosis
dead material
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what is a periodontal abscess
localized infection within the periodontal sulcus
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what is an indirect pulp cap
placement of sedative material when the pulp close to the surface but not completely exposed
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what is reversible pulpitis
form of pulpal inflammation in which the pulp may be salvageable
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what is a pulpotomy
removal of the coronal portion of a vital pulp from a tooth
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what are the contraindications of the ultrasonic scaler
communicable diseases, susceptible to infection, respiratory problems, swallowing difficulty, cardiac pacemaker, demineralization, exposed dentinal surfaces, restorative materials, titanium implant abutments, narrow periodontal pockets
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what are the guidelines when using a laser
use shielded eyeglasses, matte finished instruments, protect non target tissues, use high volume evacuator
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How long after getting a non absorbable suture should the patient come back to get it removed?
5-7 days
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What are the most common types of sutures
Interrupted and horizontal mattress sutures
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Describe the suture procedure
Grab needle with needle holder, transfer to the dentist (you hold the working end), retract tongue or cheek, tie and cut each suture 2-3 mm away from the knot, cleanup, document
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What are Eriksons stages of development
Learning basic trust - 0-1, learning autonomy 1-2, play age - 3-5, school age - 6-11, adolescence- 12-20
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What do you do if a tooth becomes contaminated before sealant is placed
Re-etch for 15 seconds
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What is an overdenture
A denture that is placed over secured teeth or implants
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What is a Maryland bridge
A bridge that replaces missing teeth, wing shaped
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what are the patient instructions for tooth whitening
brush and floss before tray placement, place gel equally, remove excess, dont eat or drink while whitening, wear for recommended time, if adverse effects occur stop use and alert dentist
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what is a resin bonded bridge
another name for Maryland bridge
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what errors can occur when a wedge is not used properly
overhang, open contacts, poor marginal adaptation, soft tissue damage, improper contours
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What is crowding
Lack of space for teeth to fit properly
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What is open bite
Lack of vertical overlap of the maxillary incisors
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What is overbite
Excessive overlap of the maxillary incisors
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What is overjet
Excessive protrusion of the maxillary incisors
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What is cross bite
When the maxillary teeth are in lateral misalignment with the mandibulars
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what is a pocket marker
used to mark the depth of a periodontal pocket during periodontal surgery, guiding incisions for flap procedures (hinged)
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what is a curette
instrument used to remove tissue from the tooth socket (subgingival calculus)
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what is a scaler
used to remove supragingival calculus
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what is a periotome
used to cut periodontal ligaments
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what is a Kirkland knife
It is used in gingivectomy and gingivoplasty procedures to reshape or remove gingival tissue efficiently
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review forceps photos
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review extrinsic stains photos
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What is the coronal polishing procedure
Position patient, position operator, polish using cup and polishing agent (start posterior), use a brush, floss, evaluate
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What does a properly etched tooth look like
White and crispy, no blue left

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