CHAPTER 32 The Dental Office

Question 1

Design ( Areas ) of the Dental Office

Answer 1

1. Reception area
2. Admin. area
3. treatment area
4. central sterilization
5. Dental laboratory
6. dentist office
7. staff lounge

Question 2

morning routine

Answer 2

1. turn master switches for the central air compressor and vacuum units.
2. dental rooms must be ready
3. check appointment schedule constantly
4. treatment room must be set up correctly for first patient

Question 3

evening routine

Answer 3

ensure everything is prepared for the next morning

Question 4

Central Air Compressor

Answer 4

compressed air for the air-water syringe and air -driven handpieces
must change filters occasionally checking for condensation in the lines.

Question 5

Central Vacuum Compressor

Answer 5

suction needed for the oral evacuation systems
TWO PARTS
Compressor (-flow of air)
Vacuum tank ( -screens the flow of air to create suction
must be serviced regularly.