Ch 42 Extrinsic Stain Removal Flashcards
T/F
Oral prophylaxis definition included tooth polishing
True
Polishing is intended to produce _____, ______ and ______ wear
Intentional
Selective
Controlled
Involves abrasive particles attached to a medium such as rubber cup impregnated with abrasive particles and does not require polishing paste
Two body abrasive polishing
The type most commonly used by dental hygienist
Loose abrasive particles (prophylaxis paste) form a slurry bw tooth surface and polishing application device (rubber cup brush)
The body abrasive polishing
Can bacteremia be created during use of power driven stain removal ?
Yes. A thorough medial history essential before tx and updated at each appt
Polishing with slow speed hand piece is ____ contamination
Using air water syringe is ___ risk
Moderate
High
Do not polish white demineralized spots, can interrupt remineralization
Areas of thin enamel are contraindicated for polishing and include (3)
Enamel hypoplasia
Hypomineralization
Amelogenesis imperfecta
Can exposed cementum and dentin be polished
No, will remove greater amounts of surface since its softer and more porous
Resulting in hypersensitivity
Why are children more susceptible to heat
Large pulp chamber
How long do you polish the tooth? With what motion ?
2-5 seconds
Patting motion
Do you polish after NSPT (SRP)
When should it be done and why
No
Polish at re eval to allow healing of sulcular tissue
