Mod 140 Week 4 Terms Flashcards

1
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Type of dentistry that improves the appearance of teeth by camouflaging defects and whitening teeth

A

Esthetic dentistry

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2
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A space between 2 teeth

A

Diastema

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3
Q

Surface of the cavity preparation perpendicular to the pulp of the teeth

A

Pulpal wall

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4
Q

Internal surface of a cavity preparation

A

Cavity wall

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5
Q

Internal surface of a cavity preparation positioned in the same vertical direction as the pulp within the tooth

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Axial wall

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6
Q

Thin layer of composite resin or porcelain bonded or cemented to a prepared facial surface

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Veneer

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7
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Basis of a stronger system us d to retain and support a tooth restoration

A

Retention pin

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8
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Process of decay removal and tooth design in preparation for restoring a tooth

A

Cavity preparation

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9
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Term commonly used to describe restorative and esthetic dentistry

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Operative dentistry

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10
Q

Matrix system designed to establish a temporary interproximal wall for the restoration of a tooth surface without use of retainer

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Auto matrix

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11
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Foundation that binds or holds the dental material and tooth together during the setting process

A

Matrix

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12
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Brand name for clear plastic strip used to provide a temporary wall for restoration of an anterior tooth

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Mylar

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13
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Dental device used to hold a matrix band in place during restoration of a class 2 cavity

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Universal retainer

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14
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Wooden or plastic triangular device placed in the embrasure to provide the contour needed when a class 2 lesion is restored

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Wedge

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15
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Artistically pleasing and beautiful appearance

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Esthetics

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16
Q

Excess restorative material that extends beyond the cavity margin

A

Overhang

17
Q

Double sided instrument designed with wells on either end that is used to pack freshly mixed amalgam and carry it to the prepared tooth

A

Amalgam carrier