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In relation to dental radiography, what term refers to the anatomical landmark used to identify a maxillary canine periapical film? - correct answer Maxillary Sinus Prior to exposing a dental radiograph, placement of the lead apron over the patient protects which tissues? - correct answer Gonadal A blood pressure cuff should be placed over which of the following arteries? - correct answer Brachial What 3 factors are essential in order to produce accurate diagnostic casts? - corre...

What two basic methods are used to acquire a digital x-ray image? - correct answer Direct imaging(sensor) & indirect imaging(PSP) Advantages of Digital Radiography - correct answer Immediate viewing of images, less radiation, no chemicals, ability to enhance images, communication with other dentists, no more lost films, remote consultation capability Disadvantages of Digital Radiography - correct answer Cost, converting previous records to digital, learning the computer software, thi...

Periodontics - correct answer is the dental specialty involved in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the supporting tissues. In a periodontal practice, the dental assistant assists with _______ _________ and __________ _________ and provides ______ _____ _______ to the patient. - correct answer periodontal charting and periodontal surgeries and provides home care instructions to the patient. Depending on the particular state's dental practice act, the dental assistant also may...

What is the function of a dental liner? - correct answer thin layer of material that protects the pulp On what tooth structure is a liner placed? - correct answer placed on the deepest portion of the cavity prep What are three unique qualities of Calcium Hydroxide - correct answer protects the pulp from chemical irritation, stimulates production of secondary dentin, compatible with all types of materials. What are the three types of Pulpal stimuli - correct answer Physical, Mech...

Who was the first woman to graduate from a recognized dental college? - correct answer Lucy B. Hobbs-Taylor What are the conditions that would indicate the need for restorative dentistry? - correct answer - initial or recurring decay - replacement or failed restorations - abrasion or wearing away of tooth structure True or False: Aesthetic dentistry is primarily devoted to improving the appearance of teeth; specific conditions that indicate a need for aesthetic treatment include the ...

The dentist finds decay on the mesial surface of the restoration on tooth 24. The dental assistant recognizes the cavity on the patient's 24 as: - correct answer recurrent decay the dental assistant selects a foam tray for the application of the patient's topical fluoride. What should the dental assistant do with the trays tried in but not selected? - correct answer discard the receptionist is called upon to help disinfect the operator after the first patient's appointment. What per...

Describe the location of the following cranial bones 1. Frontal 2. Temporal 3. Parietal 4. Sphenoid 5. Occipital 6.Ethmoid - correct answer 1. forehead 2.Sides 3.Roof 4.Anterior Base 5. Base 6. Orbit and Floor Describe the location and function of the four types of teeth; 1. Incisors 2. Canine 3.Premolars 4.Molars - correct answer 1. Front of mouth/ cutting food 2. Back of mouth/ grasping and tearing 3.Corner of mouth/ cutting and tearing 4. Back of mouth/ chewing a...

In relation to dental radiography, which one of the following terms refers to the anatomical landmark used to identify a maxillary cuspid periapical film? 1. Maxillary sinus. 2. Mental foramen. 3. Bifurcated roots. 4. Maxillary tuberosity. Domain reference: 5.2.3.19 - correct answer 1. Maxillary sinus. Prior to exposing a dental radiograph/image, placement of the lead apron over the patient protects which one of the following tissues? 1. Vascular. 2. Gonadal. 3. Muscular. 4. Dige...

In relation to dental radiography, which one of the following terms refers to the anatomical landmark used to identify a maxillary canine periapical film? 1. Maxillary sinus. 2. Mental foramen. 3. Bifurcated roots. 4. Maxillary tuberosity. - correct answer 1. Maxillary Sinus Prior to exposing a dental radiograph/image, placement of the lead apron over the patient protects which one of the following tissues? 1. Vascular. 2. Gonadal. 3. Muscular. 4. Digestive. - correct answer 2...