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Certified Dental T

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dental laboratory tech who has passed a written national exam and who performs dental lab services as specified by the dentist’s written prescription.

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Dental assistant

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oral healthcare professional trained to provide supportive procedures to the dentist and to patients.

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Dental equipment tech

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specialist who installs and maintains dental equipment.

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Dental hygienist

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licensed oral healthcare professional who provides preventive, therapeutic, and educational services

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Dental laboratory tech

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professional who performs dental lab services as specified by dentist’s written prescriptions. Most likely trained on job as apprentice

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Dental public health

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specialty that promotes oral health through organized community efforts

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Dental spa

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new trend in dentistry that treats patients to a variety of amenities in a spalike atmosphere

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Dental supply person

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representative of a dental supply company who provides dental supplies

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Dentist

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oral healthcare provider licensed to practice dentistry

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Detail person

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representative of a specific company who provides info concerning the company’s product

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Endodontics

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dental specialty that diagnoses and treats diseases of the pulp

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Oral and maxillofacial radiology

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deals with the diagnosis of disease through various froms of imaging, including x-ray

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oral and maxillofacial surgery

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diagnoses and treats conditions of the mouth, face, upper jaw, and associated areas

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Oral pathology

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diagnoses and treats diseases of the oral structures

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Orthodontics

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focuses on preventing, intercepting, and correcting, skeletal and dental problems

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Pediatric

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Concerned with neonatal and adolescent patients

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Periodontics

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Involved with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the supporting tissues

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Prosthodontics

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Provides restoration and replacement of natural teeth

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Four members of the dental healthcare team

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Dentist
Dental assistant
Dental hygienist
Dental laboratory technician

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None dental specialties

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Dental public health
Endodontics
Oral and maxillofacial radiology
Oral and maxillofacial surgery
Oral pathology
Orthodontics
Pediatric
Periodontics
Prosthodontics

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21
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Minimum length of education for dental hygiene

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2

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22
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Minimum length of education for Ada dental assistant program

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1

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23
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What is required before a dental lab technician can perform a task

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Written prescription of the dentist

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24
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What type of tissue covers the oral cavity

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Mucous membrane

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25
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What are the two regions of the oral cavity

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Vestibule
Oral cavity proper

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26
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What is the anatomical term for the gums

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Gingiva

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27
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What is another term for interdental gingiva

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Interdental papilla

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What is the pear shaped pad of tissue behind the maxillary incisors

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Incisive papilla

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What is the hanging projection of tissue at the border of the soft palate

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Uvula

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30
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What is the term for the upper surface of the tongue

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Dorsum

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Ala

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Winglike tip of the outer side of the nostril

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Angle of the mandible

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The lower posterior of the ramus

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Angular cheilosis

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Inflammation at the corners of the mouth that may be caused be nutritional deficiency of the B complex vitamins, but most commonly is a fungal condition

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Anterior faucial pillar

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Anterior arch of the soft palate

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Anterior naris

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The nostril

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Buccal vestibule

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Area between the cheeks and the teeth or aveolar ridge

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Canthus

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Fold of the tissue at the corner of the eyelids

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Filiform papillae

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Threadlike elevations that covers most of the tongue

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Fordyce’s spots

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Normal variations that may appear on the buccal mucosa

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Frenum

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Band of tissue that passes from the facial oral mucosa at the midline of the arch to the midline of the inner surface of the lip

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Fungiform papillae

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Knob like projections on the tongue

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Gingiva

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Masticatory mucosa that covers the alveolar processes of the jaws and surrounds the necks of the teeth (gums)

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Glabella

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Smooth surface of the frontal bone. The anatomical part directly above the root of the nose

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Incisive papilla

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Pear shaped pad of tissue that covers the incisive foramen

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Isthmus of fauces

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The opening between the two arches of the soft palate

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Labia

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The gateway to the oral cavity (lips)

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Labial

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Angle at the corner of the mouth where the upper and lower lips join

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Labial frenum

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Band of tissue that passes from the facial oral mucosa at he midline of the arch to the midline of the inner surface of the lip

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Linea alba

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Normal variation noted on the buccal mucosa

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Lingual frenum

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The thin fold of mucous membrane that extends from the floor of the mouth to the underside of the tongue

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Mental protuberance

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Part of the mandible that forms the chin

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Mucobuccal fold

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Base of the vestibule where the buccal meets the alveolar mucosa

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Mucogingival junction

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Distinct line of color change in the tissue where the alveolar membrane meets with attached gingivae

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Nasion

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Midpoint beta the eyes just below the eyebrows

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Nasolabial sulcus

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The groove extending upward between the labial commissure and the nasal ala

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Oral cavity proper

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The space on the tongue side within the upper and lower dental arches

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Parotid papilla

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Small elevation of tissue located on the inner surface of the cheek

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Philtrum

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Rectangular area from under the nose to the midline of the upper lip

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Posterior faucial pillar

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Posterior arch of the soft palate

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Root (face)

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Facial landmark commonly known as the bridge of the nose

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Septum

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Dental dam material located between the holes of the pinched dam. Tissue that divides the nasal cavity into two nasal fossae

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Tragus

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Cartilaginous projection anterior to the external opening of the ear

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Uvula

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Pear shaped projection at the end of the soft palate

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Vallate papillae

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Largest papillae on the tongue, arranged in the form of a V

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Vermilion border

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Darker colored border around the lips

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Vestibule

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Space between the teeth and the inner mucosal lining of the lips and cheeks

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Zygomatic arch

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The arch formed when the temporal process of the zygomatic bone articulates with the zygomatic process of the temporal bone

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68
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What are the two sets of teeth people have in their lifetime

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Primary dentition
Permanent dentition

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69
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How many teeth are in each dentition

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Primary 20
Permanent 32

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70
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What is the term for the four sections of the divided dental arches

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Quadrants

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71
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What are the terms for the front teeth and back teeth

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Anterior
Posterior

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72
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What are the four types of teeth

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Incisors
Canines
Premolars
Molars

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73
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Which tooth is referred to as the cornerstone of the dental arch

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Canine

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74
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What are the five surfaces of the teeth

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Facial
Lingual
Occlusal
Mesial
Distal

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75
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What is the name for the space between adjacent teeth

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Proximal surface

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76
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What is the area where adjacent teeth physically touch

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Contact area

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77
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What is the term of the triangular space toward the Gingiva between adjacent teeth

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Embrasure

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78
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What is the term for the junction of the two tooth surfaces

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Line angle

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79
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What is the name for the third of the tooth nearest the end of the root

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Apical third

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80
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What is the name for the position of the teeth when they are in chewing movements

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Functional occlusion

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What is the term for teeth that are in poor occlusions

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Malocclusion

82
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What is the name for the curve of the occlusal plane

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Curve of spee

83
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What two types of bacteria primarily cause dental caries

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Mutans streptococci
Lactobacilli

84
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What is the soft, sticky bacterial mass that adheres to the teeth

85
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What are the three factors necessary for the formation of dental caries

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Susceptible tooth
Fermentable carbohydrates
Specific bacteria

86
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What is the term for rapid and extensive formation of caries

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Rampant caries

87
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What is the term for caries that occurs under or adjacent to existing dental restorations

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Secondary (recurrent) caries

88
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What is dental plaque

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A soft mass of bacterial deposits that covers the tooth surface

89
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What is calculus

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Calcium and phosphate salts in the saliva (tartar)

90
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The term periodontal disease includes both

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Gingivitis
Periodontitis

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Periodontitis

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Inflammation of the supporting tissues of the teeth

92
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How many basic types of periodontal disease have been identified by the AAP

93
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How is the severity of periodontal disease determined

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Localized (<30% mouth affected)
Generalized (>30% mouth affected)
Assessment of amount of lost attachment (slight or early, moderate, severe or advanced)

94
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Which types of hepatitis are spread by exposure to blood

95
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How is HIV spread

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Through sexual contact with an infected person and by needle sharing among drug users

96
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What tissues are affected by the West Nile virus

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Brain and spinal cord

97
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What microorganism is used as the benchmark for the effectiveness of a surface disinfectant

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Tubercle bacillus

98
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What disease is also known as lockjaw

99
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What is a sign of the first stage of syphilis

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Chancre (ulcerating sore)

100
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What is a pandemic

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A global disease outbreak

101
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What type of instruments are more often referred to by number than by name

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Pliers
Forceps

102
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What part of the instrument is located between the handle and the working end

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Hand cutting instruments

103
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What are the four uses of the mouth mirror

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Indirect vision
Light reflection
Retraction
Tissue protection

104
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What is the main feature of the working end of an explorer

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Distinguish areas of calculus and decay

105
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What instruments make up the basic setup

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Mouth mirror
Explorers
Cotton pliers

106
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What instrument is used to measure the sulcus of a tooth

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Periodontal probe

107
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Caries

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Tooth decay

108
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Caries risk test

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Test for cariogenic bacteria

109
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Cavitation

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Formation of a cavity or hole

110
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Demineralization

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Loss of minerals from the tooth

111
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Early childhood caries

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Decay in any primary teeth

112
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Fermentable carbohydrates

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Simple carbohydrates such as sucrose, fructose, lactose, and glucose

113
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Fluoride

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Mineral used in dental products to make teeth more resistant to decay

114
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Incipient

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Tooth decay that is beginning to form or become apparent

115
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Lactobacilli

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Bacteria that produce lactic acid from carbohydrates

116
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Mutans streptococci

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Bacteria primarily responsible for caries

117
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Pellicle

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Thin film coating of salivary materials deposited on tooth surfaces

118
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Remineralization

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Replacement of minerals in the tooth

119
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Saliva flow rate test

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Determines flow rate of saliva in milliliters per minute

120
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Xerostomia

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Dryness of the mouth caused by reduction of saliva

121
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Xylitol

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Ingredient in chewing gum that has an antibacterial effect against decay causing bacteria

122
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Gingivitis

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Inflammation of the gingival tissue

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Periodontal

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Referring to the periodontium

124
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Periodontium

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Structures that surround, support, and are attached to the teeth

125
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Perioscopy

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Procedure in which a dental endoscope is used subgingivally

126
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Subgingival

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Referring to the area below the gingiva

127
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Supragingival

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Referring to the area above the gingiva

128
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Beveled

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Characterized by an angle of a surface that meets another angle

129
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Blade

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Flat edge of instrument sharp enough to cut

130
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Handle

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Part of a dental instrument that the operator grasps

131
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Nib

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Blunt point or tip

132
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Plane

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Flat or level surface of the working end of an instrument

133
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Point

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Sharp or tapered end

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Serrated

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Having notchlike projections that extend from a flat surface

135
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Shank

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Part of an instrument where the handle attaches to the working end

136
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Tactile

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Having a sense of youth or feeling

137
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Working end

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Part of a dental instrument that is used on the tooth or when dental materials are mixed

138
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Latent

139
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Provirus

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Virus that is hidden during the latency period

140
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Per cutaneous

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Through the skin, such as a needle stick, a cut, or a human bite

141
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H5N1

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A form of avian influenza virus

142
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Herpesvirus

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Causes infections in humans, such as herpes, cytomegalovirus, chickenpox, shingles, mononucleosis, measles, and Kaposi’s sarcoma

143
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Upper right quadrant (maxillary)

144
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Upper left quadrant (maxillary)

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Lower left quadrant (mandibular)

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Lower right quadrant (mandibular)

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3rd molars (wisdom)

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1, 16, 17, 32

148
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2nd molars

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2, 5, 18, 31

149
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1st molar

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3, 14, 19, 30

150
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2nd pre molars

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4, 15, 20, 29

151
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1st pre molars

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5, 12, 21, 28

152
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Canines

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6, 11, 22, 27

153
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Lateral

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7, 10, 23, 26

154
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Centrals

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8, 9, 24, 25

155
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Baby teeth

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A-T
No 3rd molars

156
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Mandible

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The bone which contains the lower teeth

157
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Maxilla

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The bone which contains all the upper teeth ( upper jaw)

158
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TMJ

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The moving joint between the mandible and maxilla which facilitates the opening and closing of the jaw

159
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Mental foramen

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Opening in the mandible below the bicuspid area which allows a branch of mandibular nerve to exit and innervate the lower lip (numb the gums)

160
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Mandibular foramen

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Opening on the medial side of the ramus which allows the nerve from the brain to enter the mandible and innervate the lower teeth

161
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Condoles

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Pivoting ball of the ball and socket TMJ which allows the mandible to open

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Body

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Part of the mandibular which is horizontal in an upright person and contains the teeth (chin)

163
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Ramus

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Part of the mandible which turns vertically towards the skull and allows rotation of the mandible via the TMJ (jaw)

164
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Facial (tooth surfaces)

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The outer surface of any tooth (next to the cheeks and lips)
Labial and buccal

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Labial (tooth surfaces)

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Outer surface of anterior teeth

166
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Buccal (teeth surfaces)

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Outer surface of posterior teeth

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Palatal (teeth surfaces)

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On upper teeth on the palatal side (arch)

168
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Lingual (teeth surfaces)

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On lower teeth next to the tongue

169
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Mesial (tooth surfaces)

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The surface of the tooth facing forward, towards the anterior of the mouth

170
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Distal (tooth surfaces)

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The surface of the tooth facing towards the back/posterior of the mouth

171
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Occlusal (tooth surfaces)

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Chewing surface of posterior teeth ( molars and pre molars)

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Incisal (tooth surfaces)

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Biting of anterior teeth (centrals, laterals, cuspids or canines)

173
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Angles classification

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System developed by dr. Edward h angle to describe and classify occlusion and malocclusion

174
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Apical third

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Division of the root nearest the tip of the root

175
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Buccolingual division

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Lengthwise division of the crown in a labial or buccolingual direction, consisting of the facial or buccal/labial third, middle third, and lingual third

176
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Centric occlusion

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Maximum contact between the occluding surfaces of the maxillary and mandibular teeth

177
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Cervical third

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Division of the root nearest the neck of the tooth

178
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Concave

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Curved inward

179
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Convex

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Curved outward

180
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Curve of spee

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Curvature formed by the maxillary and mandibular arches in occlusion

181
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Curve of Wilson

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Cross arch curvature of the occlusal plane

182
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Deciduous

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Pertaining to first dentition of 20 teeth. Often call baby teeth or primary teeth

183
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Dentition

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Natural teeth in the dental arch

184
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Distoclusion

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A class 2 in which the mesiobuccal cusp of the maxillary first molar occludes (by more than the width of a premolar) Mesial to the mesiobuccal groove of the mandibular first molar

185
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Interproximal surface

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Area between adjacent tooth surfaces

186
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Labioversion

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The inclination of the teeth to extend facially beyond the normal overlap of the incisal edge of the maxillary incisors over the mandibular incisors

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Linguoversion

A

Position in which the maxillary incisors are behind mandibular incisors

188
Q

Masticatory

A

Chewing surface of teeth

189
Q

Mesioclusion

A

Term used for class 3 malocclusion

190
Q

Mesiodistal division

A

Lengthwise division of the crown in a mesiodistal (front to back) direction, consisting of the Mesial third, middle thirds, distal third

191
Q

Middle third

A

Division of the root in the middle

192
Q

Mixed dentition

A

Mixture of permanent teeth and primary teeth that occurs until all primary teeth have been lost between age 6 to 12

193
Q

Neutroclusion

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An ideal mesiodistal relationship between the jaws and the dental arches

194
Q

Occlusion

A

The natural contact of the maxillary and mandibular teeth in all positions

195
Q

Occlusocervical division

A

Crosswise division of the crown that is parallel to the occlusal or incisal surface, consisting the occlusal third, middle third, and cervical third

196
Q

Point angle

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Angle formed by the junction of three surfaces

197
Q

Sextant

A

One sixth of the dentition

198
Q

Succedaneous

A

Permanent teeth that replace primary teeth

199
Q

Primary teeth

A

No 3rd molar or premolars

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