Ch. 26 Moisture Control

Question 1

HVE

Answer 1

used to remove water, blood, saliva, and debris from the oral cavity

Question 2

saliva ejector

Answer 2

used during oral prophylaxis, sealants and fluoride treatments, or during limited area and complete mouth rinse procedures. main function is to remove fluids and liquids from the patient’s mouth

Question 3

lingua-fix

Answer 3

used to provide retraction while evacuating saliva

Question 4

air-water syringe

Answer 4

three-way syringe. water spray, air spray, and aerated spray. primarily used to rinse the oral cavity following dental procedures. also used to keep the mirror cleaned

Question 5

dry-angle isolation

Answer 5

covers the Stensen’s duct

Question 6

dental dam

Answer 6

thin, stretchable latex or latex-free material that is utilized as the highest form of moisture control during dental procedures