Mod 150 Week 1 Terms

Question 1

Calcium and phosphate salts in saliva that become mineralized and adhere to tooth surfaces

Answer 1

Calculus

Question 2

That portion of the tooth that is visible in the oral cavity

Answer 2

Clinical Crown

Question 3

A technique used to remove plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces of the teeth

Answer 3

Coronal polishing

Question 4

Stains developed from within the structure of the teeth

Answer 4

Endogenous stains

Question 5

Stains developed from external sources

Answer 5

Exogenous stains

Question 6

Finger rest used when an instrument or hand piece is held for a specified time

Answer 6

Fulcrum

Question 7

Stains that occur within the tooth structure that may be removed by polishing

Answer 7

Intrinsic stains

Question 8

The complete removal of calculus, debris, stain, and plaque from the teeth

Answer 8

Oral prophylaxis

Question 9

Commercial premixed abrasive paste used for polishing teeth and restorations

Answer 9

Prophy paste

Question 10

An item that is used to remove plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces of the teeth

Answer 10

Rubber cup polishing

Question 11

Fluoride that is applied directly to the tooth

Answer 11

Topical fluoride