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Chapter 36, 58, 59

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When should evacuation system hoses be flushed? end of the day
What rinsing technique is regularly completed throughout a procedure? limited
The main function of the saliva ejector is to remove saliva and water
Why is it important to wet a cotton roll before removing it from the mouth? The cotton roll may pull on the lining mucosa
If you are unable to slide the dam material interproximally, what can be placed on the underside of the dam to help in the application? water-soluble lubricant
The assistant uses the ____________ grasp when using the HVE. palm thumb
The rationale for inverting the dental dam is to prevent saliva leakage
With the high-speed handpiece positioned on the occlusal surface of tooth #4, where would the HVE be positioned? lingual surface of tooth #3
When working with a right handed dentist the suction should be held in which hand? right
Aspirate means to draw back or within
What are the three most common methods used for maintaining a dry field of operation? 1. cotton rolls 2. dental dam 3. dry angles
What is the purpose of selective polishing? to polish only teeth with stain
What is the most common technique for stain removal? rubber cup polishing
What is the purpose of a fulcrum? to provide stability to the hand
What precautions should be taken when one is using a bristle brush? not to traumatize the tissue
Toward which direction should the polishing stroke by directed? toward the occlusal/incisal
How should the patient's head be positioned for access to the maxillary anterior teeth? chin upward
To avoid the abrasive effects, what is the recommended amount of time to spend polishing each tooth? 3 to 5 seconds
Endogenous stains on teeth may be due to tetracycline usage during tooth development
Which grasp is used to hold the handpiece? pen grasp
Amalgam stain is which type of stain? intrinsic stain
Which procedure refers to the complete removal of calculus, debris and stain from the teeth? oral prophylaxis
The air-powder polisher using a high-pressure stream of warm water and __________. sodium bicarbonate
The recommended polishing pastes are those with high polish and low abrasion levels
How are polishing pastes available? various grits
What appearance will properly etched enamel have? Matte chalky white
The purpose of the dental floss during dental sealant placement is to remove excess material from interproximal surfaces
What is the recommended instrument used to check the occlusion of the sealant after placement? articulating paper and holder
Which of the following is used to clean the teeth before etching? Moistened pumice and a prophy brush
When checking a sealant that you just placed, your explorer skips over a break in the smooth surface of the sealant. What should you do? Apply additional sealant to cover the void and cure
What surface of maxillary anterior teeth is most likely to receive a sealant? lingual
true or false; placement of sealant interproximally between adjacent teeth prevents decay from occurring in this susceptible region. false
Phosphoric acid etchant is very dangerous if used improperly. Which of the following precautions is advised when using this strong acid? Patient and operator should wear protective eyewear
What common allergen in dental sealants could cause an allergic reaction if the person already has sensitivity present? acrylate resin
What is the primary cause of failure of sealant retention? moisture contamination
Sealants are placed ________. in pits and fissures
Bacteria cannot survive under a properly placed sealant because bacteria need a supply of carbohydrates as a nutrient supply in order live
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