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senior mid term Flashcards

1
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Define a pontic

A

artificial tooth
the Pontic being the missing tooth

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2
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Define Gingivectomy

A

surgical removal of gingiva

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3
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What purpose does the Rubber Dam achieve?

A
  • trying to keep debri from going down patient throat
  • keep dry and moist
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4
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When charting, how do you chart an existing Sealant?

A

Blue S

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5
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Define what HIV and HBV are

A

viruses

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6
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When should suction traps be changed?

A

weekly but surgical office daily

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7
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When you make an error in a patient’s chart, what protocol is used to correct the error?

A

draw a line through it and continue writing.

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8
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Give a best example of answering a phone call in a dental office?

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Dr. John office, this is Bob speaking how may I help you?

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9
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Name the positions of each member of the dental team and their roles.

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dental assistant
dental hygienists

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10
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what does DNAB stand for and what is the purpose of this organization?

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dental assistant national board their purpose provides certification.

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11
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Define Diastasma

A

space or gap between teeth

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12
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In the Universal System, which tooth is # 5?

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max right first pre molar and has two roots MOLARS HAVE THREE

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13
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What is another word for facial on a posterior tooth?

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buccal

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14
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Define the Carotid Artery

A

side of your neck where pulse is

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15
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When should office computers be back up? And what is the purpose of the backup?

A

daily so no info is lost

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16
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Who is the carrier when filling out an insurance form?

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the insurance company

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17
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What type of software would you use when writing a letter to a patient?

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word processing

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18
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Explain what a SDS Sheet is and its purpose

A

Safety data sheet

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19
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where is radial pulse located

A

your wrist

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20
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What color is pathological conditions charted?

A

red
ex: abscess or dyastama

21
Q

Water fluoridation ratio in a city should be?

A

one part per million

22
Q

What is the dental term for toothpaste?

A

dentifrice

23
Q

When applying topical fluoride treatments how long before a patient can eat or drink?

A

30 min

24
Q

How do you treat Anaphylactic shock/ what drugs?

A
  • they can not breath
  • you would give them oxygen
  • antihistamine or epinephrine
25
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What information needs to be present on a patient’s x-ray mount?

A

1) Patient’s full name and identification

2) Date of examination

3) Type of examination

4) Anatomical region imaged

5) Radiographic technique details

6) Radiologist’s name

7) Facility and department information

8) Medical record number (if applicable)

9) Additional notes or comments.

26
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Overlapping in Radiology is caused by?

A

incorrect positioning of the patient or the imaging equipment.

27
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What is the purpose of a lead apron?

A

shield the body from exposure to ionizing radiation during medical imaging procedures, such as X-rays, to protect the wearer from potential harmful effects.

28
Q

Which anatomical landmark is found between the mandibular first and second premolars?

A

mandibular first molar

29
Q

Define a Veneer

A

A composite resin tooth replacement. This goes on the anterior, facial side of the tooth.

30
Q

Where would you place an Amalgam Restoration?

A

place this on a tooth with decay within the posterior teeth.

31
Q

Define Gingivectomy

A

surgical removal of the gingiva

32
Q

An x-ray that has a bite tab is called what?

A

“bite-wing X-ray.”

33
Q

Define what a cingulum is and where is it located?

A

raised area on the lingual (tongue) surface of anterior teeth, specifically on the incisors and canines.

34
Q

On an X-ray what materials will appear most radiolucent?

A

air, soft tissues, and fat

35
Q

Define a consent form and when is it most used in a dental office?

A

consent forms are most commonly used before performing invasive procedures, surgeries, or treatments that involve potential risks or significant interventions.

36
Q

Describe the Integumentary System

A

the body’s external covering, consisting of the skin, hair, nails, and associated glands. It serves as a protective barrier

37
Q

define diabetes

A

medical condition characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose (blood sugar) resulting from the body’s inability to produce or effectively use insulin, a hormone responsible for regulating blood sugar.

38
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Define Demineralization and when does it occur?

A

In dentistry, it refers to the process of enamel erosion leading to tooth decay

39
Q

What is considered a high Blood Pressure? Give me an example with numbers

A

140/90 is generally considered high

40
Q

When should an alginate Impression be poured?

A

(ASAP)

41
Q

Describe a Systolic Pressure when taking a Blood Pressure

A

higher number in a blood pressure reading, representing the pressure in the arteries when the heart contracts or beats.

42
Q

Which method of sterilization is the most reliable

A

autoclaving

43
Q

Define Plaque

A

Bacteria that need to be removed from the teeth daily and adjacent oral tissues. (causes perio disease)

44
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define Calculus

A

calcium-based deposit on the teeth which attaches to plaque and builds it up

45
Q

Which law determines procedures the dental team can perform?

A

Dental practice act

46
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Define what an Ultra Sonic cleaner is and what is its purpose?

A

This is the mechanical method of scrubbing instruments that works on sound waves. It is faster, safer, and more effective than hand scrubbing of instruments

47
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You hands should be washed for how long?

A

around 20 seconds

48
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Who is the founder o the American Dental Assistants Association?

A

Juliette A. Southard in 1924.

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