trauma to incisors Flashcards
1
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definition of dental trauma
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2
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how prevalent is dental trauma
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5th most prevalent disease or injury in the world
1 billion people are affected
20% for 12 year olds
3
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what percentage of 15 year olds have trauma
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4%
4
Q
how does visible dental differences impact a child’s life
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- negative social judgements
- teasing
- self concious
- negative quality of life
5
Q
what are the most common reasons for trauma in dental
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- falls
toddlers learning to work - sporting activites
- bike/motor accidents
6
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what are the risk factors of dental trauma
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7
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what is the most common used classification for dental trauma
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andreasens classification
8
Q
name different types of fractures
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9
Q
what is enamel infraction
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- don’t usually require treatment
- detect by transilluminence
10
Q
what is enamel fracture
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11
Q
what is enamel dentine fractures
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12
Q
what is enamel dentine pulp fracture
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13
Q
what is a crown root fracture
whereit extends
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14
Q
what is a root fracture
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15
Q
list the PDL injuries
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