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chapter 2 Flashcards

1
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an auxiliary who is qualified to provide chairside support to the dentist is a(n)

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dental assistant

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the specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of the supporting structures of the tooth is

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periodontics

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the specialty concerned with the use of advanced imaging to detect tumors and disease of the jaws, head, and neck is

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oral and maxillofacial radiology

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a _____ is a practitioner qualified in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of teeth

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dentist

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a profession that fabricates replacements of teeth specified by a written prescription from the dentist is a(n)

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dental laboratory technician

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a ______ is a licensed auxiliary who provides preventive, therapeutic, and educational care

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dental hygienist

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the specialty of promoting dental health through organized community efforts is

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dental public health

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_____ is the specialty that is concerned with diseases of the oral structures

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oral pathology

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a(n) _____ is the one who specializes in diseases of the pulp

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endodontist

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_____ is the diagnosis and surgical treatment of disease, injuries and defects of the head and neck regions

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oral and maxillofacial surgery

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______ is the specialty that is concerned with the correction of malocclusions

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orthodontics

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______ is the specialty that is concerned with the restoration and replacement of natural teeth

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prosthodontics

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______ is the area of dentistry that specializes in children from birth through adolescence

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pediatric dentistry

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who are considered to be members of the dental healthcare team?

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dentis, dental assistant, dental hygenist, dental laboratory technician

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what is the minimal length of education for dental hygiene licensure?

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2 academic years

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what is the minimal length of education for an ADA-accredited dental assisting licensure?

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1 academic year

17
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what is the minimal length of education for an ADA-accredited dental laboratory technician licensure?

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2 academic years

18
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what must a dental laboratory technician receive from the dentist before fabricating and delivering an indirect restoration or prosthesis?

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a prescription from the dentist

19
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list 3 dental specialties

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orthodontist, prosthodontics, pediatric dentistry

20
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what type of dental setting is a DSO

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dental management organization affiliated group practice, group practice that is dentist owned but contracts with a management agency such as a dental service organization

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