HM MAN ch 24: Emergency treatment for oral diseases and injuries Flashcards
chalky white spots on the enamel are a sign of what dental disease?
dental caries
what tool is used to gently remove all debris from a dental carie?
spoon excavator
what is the most frequent cause of severe tooth pain?
acute pulpitis
what is caused by inflammation of the pulp?
acute pulpitis
what is acute pulpitis usually caused by?
injury from dental caries or trauma
the syptom of increased pain when lying down is an indicator of what dental disease?
acute pulpitis
Extensive swelling that is confined to a small area at the site of a sinus tract is called what?
gumboil
The symptom of the toot feeling “longer” is an indication of what oral disease?
periapical abscess
What instructions should be given For a PTs with a periapical abscess with out drainage.
rinse with warm salt water for 10 minutes every 2 hours
If drainage still does not occur apply an ice pack
What does OHI stand for
Oral Health instruction
which oral disease has a “punched out” appearance?
NUG
if a PT with NUG has a temp above ___, the dentist should be notified
101
Which oral disease has a “deep, gnawing pain” in the affected area?
periodontitis
Which oral disease has an uneven bite and halitosis?
periodontitis
___ is a general term used to denote inflammation of the oral mucosa.
stomatitis
