Chapter 3 Flashcards
Certified Dental Tech
Dental lab tech that makes crowns, bridge and dentures that dentist wants.
Dental Assistant
Oral healthcare professional trained to support dentist and patients
Dental Equipment Tech
Installs and maintain dental equipment
Dental Hygienist
Licensed oral healthcare person providing preventive, therapeutic and educational services.
Dental lab tech
Professional that makes crowns, bridges and dentures specified by the dentist.
Dental public health
Promote oral health through organize community efforts
Dental spa
Dental practice that offers many services that are not specifically in dentistry. For example Parvin wax hand treatment, reflexology, massage therapy.
Dental supply person
Representative of dental supply company providing dental supplies, product information and services
Dentist
License oral health care provider to practice dentistry
Detail person
Representative of a specific company giving information about the company’s product
Oral and maxillofacial radiology
Dental specialty diagnoses disease by imaging and x-rays
Endodontics
Dental specialty diagnose and treat diseases of the pulp.
Oral and Maxillofacial surgery
Dental surgeon that diagnoses and treats conditions of the mouth, face and upper jaw.
Oral pathology
Dental specialty diagnoses and treats diseases of the oral structure
Orthodontics
Specialty and dentistry that prevents intercepts and correct skeletal and dental problems.
Pediatric dentistry
Dental specialty focuses on neonatal through adolescent patient
Periodontics
Dental specialty the diagnoses and treats diseases of supporting tissues
Prosthodontist
Dental specialty the restores and replaces natural teeth
Goal of dental healthcare team
Provide quality oral care for patients
Dental healthcare team consist of the following
Dentist, dental assistant, dental hygienist, dental laboratory technician
Name nine dental specialties recognized by the ADA that dentist referred to for difficult cases
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How to become a dentist
- graduate from a dental university approved by the commissioner of dental accreditation of the American dental Association after 4 years
- awarded doctor of dental surgery or doctor of medical dentistry
- after graduation they need to write a national board dental examination and a state specific clinical examination to get license to work as a dentist
Registered dental hygienist duties
Varies by state but usually they were move deposits on teeth, exposes radiograph, places topical fluoride and dental sealants. They also provide patient with home care instructions.
** I need a Mira mom no minimum of three years of education about an ADA approveapproved program
What are sterilization assistant
They are usually the dental assistant sharing the responsibility to sterilize instruments and manage biohazard waste. Also monitor weekly sterilization and maintenance.
Expanded function dental assistant
Have additional training and I legally permitted to provide patient care procedures beyond the duties of a regular dental assistance.
-Duties delegated to the EFDA by the dental practice act in each state.
Business assistant
Responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of business office I like scheduling appointments, communicating on the phone and handling payments.
Dental laboratory technician work where
Usually don’t work in the dental office. They are usually employed by private laboratories. They usually communicate with the dental assistant about what the dentist prescribed to patients.
** usually two years ADA certified schooling but not required
Supporting services
Former dental assistance, dental hygienist, or dental laboratory technicians. Usually dental supply person, detail person, and dental equipment technician.
Dental Assistant
- chair side assistance that turns into a four handed dentistry
- circulating assistant that turns into six handed dentistry
Six handed dentistry
Circulating dental assistance with an extra pair of hands for seating/dismissing patients, preparing instruments and treating rooms.
Four handed dentistry
Chair side assistance that mixes dental materials, exchanges instruments and provides oral evaluation.
Mobile dental facilities
Some communities and nonprofit agency own vans equipped with dental operation, sterilization equipment, and x-ray machines. Run by dentist and dental assistance.
