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Chapter 18 Oral/Max

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The oral (buccal) cavity consists of the Lips, teeth, palate, cheek and tongue
Anterior entry to the oral cavity Lips/labia
Caldwell view Radiographic view shows the hard palate, nasal septum, orbital floor and zygoma
A bony ridge found on the inferior surface of the maxilla and the superior surface of the mandible which contains the sockets for the teeth Alveolar processes
Mastication (4 muscles) Massager, orbicularis, buccinator, zygomaticus major
Space between the lips and the teeth Vestibule
Begin to appear around 6 months and the process continues until 2-4 years Primary teeth/ Deciduous
Push the primary teeth out beginning at about the age 6 Permanent/Secondary teeth
Can appear between the ages of 17-25 Wisdom/Third molars
Roof of the mouth Palate
Anterior portion of the palate Hard palate
Posterior portion of palate Soft palate
Posterior portion of the soft palate, considered to be lymphoid tissue Uvula
Thick muscular organ covered with a mucus membrane that contains the chemo receptors for tase Tongue
Speech, propelling food through the oral cavity and swallowing Function of the tongue
Tongue attached to the floor of the buccal cavity by Lingual frenulum
Skull is comprised of bones that are divided into 2 categories: Facial and cranial
The number of bones that enclose the cranium and protect the brain Eight
Smallest of the facial bones Lacrimal bones
Largest and strongest facial bone Mandible
Most common mid face fracture Le Fort 1
Alveolar process of the maxilla is horizontally separated from the base of the skull. Le Fort 1
Vertical fracture line extends upward to the nasal and ethmoid bones Le Fort 2
Which of the following is not one of the three regions of a tooth? Socket
Which diameter fixation screw would most likely be used for a fracture of the mandible? 4.0mm
Which bones of the face form the prominences of the cheeks? Zygomatic
Which type of nonabsorbable maxillofacial implant used in fracture fixation is lightweight, noncorrosive and strong? Titanium
Which teeth are located in the center front of the mouth? Incisors
How many craniofacial bones make up the orbit Seven
Which of the following facial bones is the largest and strongest? Mandible
Which of the following is the MOST common type of midfacial fracture and is also known as a transmaxillary fracture? Le Fort I
Which procedure is performed for removal of impacted wisdom teeth? Odontectomy
True or False: Dental procedures require thorough cavity prepping due to possibility of surgical site infections. False
The mandible articulates with which part of the temporal bone to form the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)? Glenoid fossa
A closed ventilation system and special endotracheal tube may be used in maxillofacial procedures to reduce risk of: Airway fire
Which radiographic technique or view shows the alveolar processes, mandible, posterior maxillary sinuses, and the zygomas? Panoramic
Care must be taken when preauricular and submandibular incisions are made to protect which cranial nerve? Seventh (VII)
AP projection x-ray that shows the hard palate, nasal septum, orbital floor, and zygoma Caldwell
Portion of the tooth that contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue Pulp
Angled retractor used for tongue and cheek retraction; shape is similar to a Harrington retractor Weider
Recession of the eyeball within the bony orbit; may be a result of orbital fracture Enophthalmos
Which muscle attaches to the coronoid process of the ramus? Temporalis
What is the name of the narrow, double-angle retractor frequently used in oral procedures? Minnesota
What is the MOST common position for patients undergoing oral and maxillofacial procedures? Supine with arms tucked in at sides
Which of the following may be used as permanent support on top of the orbital floor following fixation of fracture? Silastic sheeting
Which of the following involves the highest portion of the midface and presents the most extensive damage? LeFort III
Which countable sponge is used in oral procedures to prevent bone or tooth fragments and other foreign matter from becoming lodged in the pharynx? throat pack
Coral would be classified as what type of graft material? xenograft
Strands of wire used to attach arch bars to the upper and lower jaw should be prestretched and cut to which length? 10 cm
Which of the following statements regarding arch bars is CORRECT? They are thin, malleable bars with hooks facing up for maxilla and down for mandible
Which sequence of steps for plate, fixation is CORRECT? Place plate, drill one hole at a time, measure with depth gauge, tap, insert screw, and repeat steps for remaining holes.
Tapping of bone is done in fixation procedures to reduce: torque pressure on screws
Irrigation and what other item is used anytime the dental drill is used during odontectomy? suction
Which type of sterile drape is commonly used for oral maxillofacial procedures? U-drape or split sheet
Which muscle attaches to the coronoid process of the ramus? temporalis
Which of the following must accompany the patient to the PACU who has undergone maxillomandibular fixation? wire cutters
What should the surgical technologist do before handing a retractor to the surgeon for use in orbital floor fracture? Moisten it with saline
Which bone contributes to the posterior and inferior portion of the nasal septum? vomer
Which hemostatic agent is used during oral and maxillofacial procedures that requires advising the anesthesia provider of its use? epinephrine
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