Ch.1 Flashcards
Define introduce (2)
- to give entrance to a person into a place
- put something in a place
Define Introduction
preparation to achieve what is necessary to get to the end of the purpose
Whats the greek word for clinic?
Klinike
Whats the greek word for diagnosis?
Diagnostikos
What is diagnosis?
-aim to identify disease based on signs and symptoms
Define materials
substance or combination of substances prepared for its use in dentsitry
Define instruments
Useful object/tool
helps in execution of interventions in dental clinic and lab
Define dental equipment (2)
collection of instruments + machines
-destined to help in office
What does ergonomy mean?
- ergo = work
- nomos = laws/rules
What is halitosis?
bad breath
What is xerostomia?
Dry mouth
What is hyperplasia?
increase in amount of cells
What is periodontics?
studies periodontal disease
What is prosthodontics?
restores aesthetics and function
What is orthodontics?
correction of cranial dentofacial structures
What is restorative dentistry? (4)
etiology, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of dental caries
What are the new specialties of dentistry?
- cosmetic
- implantology
- geriatric dentistry
What is oral/maxilofacial surgery?
face, neck and craneofacial deformities
Dental arches are divided into ___ quadrants following the….
- 4
- interincisal medial line
Adult: upper right quadrant?
1
Adult: upper left quadrant?
2
Adult: lower left quadrant?
3
Adult: lower right quadrant?
4
FDI numbering system? (adults)
two numbers
- 1st = quadrant (1-4)
- 2nd= tooth # from 1-8
FDI numbering system? (children)
two numbers
- 1st = quadrant (5-8)
- 2nd= tooth # from 1-5
Children: upper right quadrant?
5
Children: upper left quadrant?
6
Children: lower right quadrant?
8
Children: lower left quadrant?
7
Zsigmondy nomenclature?
- draw a 90* angle corresponding to the quadrant
- write the tooth # in this
- adults = 1-8
- children = a-e
Haderup method nomencalture?
- use + or - for upper/lower
- place before number = left side
- place after number = right side
- tooth number: 1-8 or a-e
Palmers universal nomenclature? adult
- tooth # 1-32
- starts at third molar of upper right quadrant and ends at third lower right molar
Palmers universal nomenclature? children
A-T
-starts at second upper right molar and ends at second lower right molar
American dental nomenclature?
- First letter is L or R for left or right
- Capital letters for adult, minor letters for children for the intial of the teeth
- Number in upper or lower index to show if upper or lower and also which tooth
-ex. LP^2 = second upper left premolar
