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Dental 36, 58, 59

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What are the three most common methods used for maintaining a dry field of operation? Dry angles Dental dam Cotton rolls
Aspirate means? To draw back or within
When working with a right handed dentist the suction should be held in which hand? Right hand
The rationale for inverting the dental dam is to? Prevent saliva leakage
Why is it important to wet a cotton roll before removing it from the mouth? Cotton roll may pull on the lining mucosa
Remove liquids from the mouth Saliva ejector
Isolation of one or more teeth Dental dam
Removal of plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces Coronal Polishing
Stains that occur ON the surfaces of the teeth that may be removed by polishing Extrinsic stain
Stains that occur WITHIN the tooth structure and may not be removed by polishing Instrinsic stain
The complete removal of calculus, debris, stain, and plaque from the teeth Prophylaxis
Finger rest when using an instrument or handpiece and what is the purpose of it? Fulcrum. Used to provide stability to the hand
What is the purpose of selective polishing? Polish only teeth with stain
Toward which direction should the polishing stroke by directed? Toward the occlusal/incisal
What is a dental sealant? Thin coating applied to the occlusal pits and fissures of teeth to prevent decay
Who usually has dental sealants? Primarily on children but can be on adults too
What color are sealants? Clear, tinted, or opaque
What should you avoid when working with Etchant? Eyes and skin
What should you do if you have contact with Etchant? Immediately flush area with water if there is accidental contract
What does Etchant contain? Phosphoric acid
What kind of sealant have more wear resistance? Filled
What kind of sealant does not require occlusal adjustment due to natural wearing to establish occlusion? Unfilled
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