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RDA Written and Law & Ethics Study > Preventative Procedures > Flashcards

Preventative Procedures Flashcards

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1
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Extrinsic stains

A

outside of the tooth enamel

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2
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how to remove extrinsic stains

A

polishing

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3
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intrinsic satins

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inside of the tooth enamel

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4
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how to remove intrinsic stains

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cannot be removed

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5
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examples of extrinsic stains

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tobacco, yellow(poor oral hygiene), green, black line satins

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6
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characteristics of plaque

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sticky, soft

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7
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plaque is made up of

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bacteria

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8
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when does plaque form

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between 12-24 hours

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9
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if left on teeth

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will mineralize and form calculus

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10
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best tool to remove plaque

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soft toothbrush placed at a 45 degree angel against the tooth towards the gum line

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11
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disclosing products contain

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iodine and is not recommended for diabetic PTs

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12
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what do disclosing agents do

A

stain plaque for PTs to see where they may be leaving plaque routinely

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13
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disclosing agents are used for

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educational purposes for PTs

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14
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don’t polish on

A

exposed dentin, cementum, or decalcified areas

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15
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done use fluoride paste when

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preparing for acid etching

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16
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polish with

A

light pressure, away from gingiva, continuously refilling to minimize heat

17
Q

purpose for pit & fissure sealants

A

used to seal occlusal grooves to prevent caries

18
Q

never place sealants if

A

decay is present

19
Q

sealant is

A

clear plastic like material

20
Q

sealants are placed only on what teeth

A

molars and premolars

21
Q

2 types of sealants

A

self cured and light cured

22
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1 step for sealants

A

polish with non fluoride paste

23
Q

step 2 sealant

A

etch

24
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step 3 sealant

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rinse and dry tooth

25
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step 4

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place sealant material in grooves

26
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step 5

A

cure

27
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step 6

A

check with articulation paper

28
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step 7

A

dentist may adjust

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