EVOLVE MOCK EXAM Flashcards
intermittent blinking, mouth movements, blank stare and non responsiveness are symptoms of
petit mal seizure
surgical removal of diseased gingival tissues
gingivectomy
in which notation are primary teeth numbered A to T
universal
a short acting local anesthetic lasts less than
30 minutes
an antibiotic does what
kills or inhibits the growth of micro-organisms
which describes a physical protection associated with saliva
dilutes and removes acid components from dental biofilm
what technique is used to replace the needle guard on the syringe
one handed scoop or recapping device
walkout statements are provided to
pt’s who do not pay in full
which ingredient in local anesthetic solution prolongs the effect of anesthetic
vasoconstrictor
decay diagnosed on the incised edge of anterior teeth is class
IV
if an alginate impression remains in the open air, moisture will evaporate from the material and result in
shrinking and distortion
genetic abnormality in which there are defects in the enamel formation is
amelogenisis imperfecta
what procedure removes defects and restores the normal contour of bone
osseous surgery
correct sequence for placing sealants
isolate clean etch
how many wedges are required for a MOD
2
type 1 cements are classified as a
luting agent
matrix retainer is placed where and the wedge is placed where
buccal; from the lingual at the proximal service involved
handpick that operates forward and backward and supports a variety of attachments
low speed
permanent dental record is a legal document that cannot be used for which purpose
as a means to solicit business for another dental practice
a stabilizing finger that reduces the possibility of slipping or traumatizing tissue is a
fulcrum
an alert or serious illness or allergy should be noted in what manner on the clinical record
inside the record in a discreet but obvious manner such as with a brightly coloured label
measures depth of gingival sulcus
periodontal probe
advantages of using an auto mix dental cement system
exact measurement of material, easy mix and application, easy cleanup disadvantage it tastes bad
which wax is used to extend the borders of an impression tray
utility wax
enforced by HIPAA act
encryption of software, security awareness for training staff, computer fire walls
a vital bleaching tray is constructed with
lighter gauge plastic that does not require a spacer or handle
retention pins are used to
add strength to a core buildup
what medication is an anticoagulant
(blood thinner) Coumadin
dentist applies direct digital pressure above the root apex in which test
palpation
pt is instructed to breath into a paper bag or cupped hands to manage
hyperventilation
what occurs when an alginate impression is stored in water or a very wet paper towel
imbibition
the second soft tapping sound the heart produces is the
diastolic reading
what is the first thing you should ask a pt who displayed symptoms of hypoglycaemia and is conscious
when did you last eat and did you take insulin
when assisting in collection efforts, it is inconsiderate to phone the debtor after
8pm
endodontic instrument used to curette the inside of the tooth to the base of the pulp chamber
long shank spoon excavator
periodontal pocket marker appears similar in design to
cotton pliers
how many teeth in the arch of a primary dentition
10
what colour is the nitrous oxide tank
blue
what gypsum product is commonly used to fabricate a diagnostic study model for a case presentation
plaster
intermediate restoration can be placed for what reasons
financial reasons, while waiting for permanent restoration, to wait and determine the health of a tooth
purpose of aspiration prior to administration of local anesthetic
avoid injecting into a blood vessel
commonly used for irrigation during end treatment
sodium hypochlorite
instrument used to strictly scale surfaces in the anterior region of the mouth
straight sickle scaler
what is a schedule II narcotic
demerol
aspirin is considered a
nonsterioidal anti inflammatory drug
most frequently used substance in a medical emergency
oxygen
indication for tooth whitening
aged teeth, extrinsic stains intrinsic stains
which teeth generally have 2 roots
mandibular first molars
normal adult respiration rate is
10-20 breaths per minute
a hemisection is the surgical removal of
the root and the crown by cutting through each lengthwise
which teeth typically have 2 roots and five cusps, three on the buccal and 2 on the lingual
mandibular first molar
necrotic tissue is removed from the lining of the periodontal pocket in which procedure
gingival curettage
what is used in a deep cavity prep to prevent thermal shock
dental base
contraindications for the use of the ultrasonic scaler
pt with communicable disease, pt with respiratory problems, pt susceptible to infections
water to powder ratio of an adult mandibular impression
2:2
what prevents cholesterol from oxidizing and damaging arteries
antioxidants
advantages of ZOE
nonirritating to the pulp, can be used for permanent or temporary cementation
living jawbone naturally grown around an implant is called
osseointegration
only nutrients that can build and repair body tissues are
proteins
what type of radiation is most useful to the pt
primary
which film provides a wide view of the maxilla and mandible
panoramic
digital radiography requires ___ x-radiation then conventional radiography because the sensor is ___ sensitive to X-rays than conventional film
less; more
radiographs taken at a higher kVp will have ___ compared to ones taken at a lower kVp
long scale contrast
the collimator restricts
the size and shape of the X-ray beam
type of base placed to soothe the pulp that has been irritated by decay, injury or trauma
sedative
what can be used under all types of restorative materials
calcium hydroxide
cavity varnish is placed under/over the liner or insulating base
over
zinc phosphate cement is used as a
luting agent for permanent restorations
cement that ends directly with enamel, dentin and metallic restorations
glass ionomer
properly mixed polycarboxylate cement should appear
glossy
max allowable amount of nitrous oxide in dental environment is
50ppm
