CDH 4.0 + 4.1

Question 1

What is the Bolam test?

Answer 1

Would a dentist conduct be supported by a reasonably competent body of medical opinion

Question 2

What is an IMCA and when would they be needed?

Answer 2

Independent Mental Capacity Advocate

To support the patient when a best interest decision is being made on there behalf

Question 3

What are the commonest primary dentition injuries?

Answer 3

Concussion, subluxation and luxation

Question 4

What are the commonest permanent dentition injuries?

Answer 4

Uncomplicated crown fracture

Question 5

What medical history would be considered a risk when replanting an avulsed tooth and why?

Answer 5

Congential heart disease or immunosuppressed patient
Could cause rheumatic fever as tooth may introduce bacteria
NOT contraindicated but need to know of risk

Question 6

What can tooth mobility give a predicted diagnosis of (after injury)?

Answer 6

Displacement
Root fracture
Bone fracture

Question 7

What can percussion give a predicted diagnosis of (after injury)?

Answer 7

Periodontal injury

Question 8

What can tooth colour give a predicted diagnosis of (after injury)?

Answer 8

Pulp degeneration or necrosis

Question 9

What is a contusion to the gingiva?

Answer 9

Bruise