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Conoral Polish 3

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The bacteria in plaque Acts on sugary foods to produce acids Release irritants which can produce gum disease Is always present in the mouth
Which of the following is NOT an effective method of removing plaque? Rinsing daily with mouthwash
Teeth should be disclosed Prior to polishing
Disclosing agents containing iodine are contra-indicated in Anemia
Disclosing agents Is available in solutions and tablets
The white cheese-like deposit that frequently accumulates around the neck of the teeth is Calcium
A mirror can be used for Indirect lighting For retraction of cheeks, lips, and tongue Indirect vision
The grasp recommended for coronal polishing is the pen grasp or modified pen grasp
Which of the following is or are true of the fulcrums It aids in controlling the instrument It should NOT be established on soft tissue It should be established on a tooth as close to the area you are working on
When performing coronal polishing the handpiece should be used at Slow speed with light pressure
Which of the following stains cannot be removed with coronal polish? Tetracycline
The occurrence of green stain is usually associated with Children AND poor oral hygiene
Black line stain Is linked with chromogenic bacteria AND removal may require scaling
During coronal polishing Follow a planned procedure so as to not skip teeth Use a fulcrum on a sound tooth structure Apply abrasive with slow even speed
Dentinogenisis Imperfecta Is caused by too much fluoride Is a disturbance during the formation of the dentin
When polishing away stain & debris the rate of removal is determined by Size of abrasives Pressure in which the RDA applies Irregularity of particles
A dental assistant may preform coronal polishing under which of the following After completing a Dental Board approved course AND after becoming an RDA
Tin oxide Is a polish used on metal restoration Can be used when teeth are sensitive Can be mixed with glycerin, alcohol and water
Polishing strips Should be used for stain removal of proximal surfaces of anterior teeth
A coronal polishing Removes extrinsic stain not removed by tooth brushing & scaling Creates a smooth shiny surface, & enhances teeth appearance Prepares teeth for fluoride
An RDA may coronal polish Prior to fluoride application After removal of dressings and packs After a dentist or hygienist removed all hard deposits
A prophy angle should be cleaned, sterilized, and lubricated After each use
During coronal polishing Apply paste to about 2-3 teeth at a time Follow a planned procedure
A prophy paste should Remove all types of extrinsic accumulations from the tooth surface Produce a highly polished & aesthetically pleasing appearance Not cause excessive abrasion and scratching of enamel, dentin & cementum
Which of the following abrasives is not used in coronal polishing? Rouge
Dentures and other removable appliances are always removed before an exam or TX in order to Assure complete oral inspection of tissues Clean the appliance while exam or TX is being done Avoid possible damage to appliance
It is illegal for an RDA to Polish without supervision of a dentist
When polishing exposed root area, it is important to None of the above
One of the following is NOT in the polishing armamentarium Ultrasonic cleaner
Instrument fulcrum is normally maintained in the Same arch as the area being worked on
Disclosing solutions may Stain soft tissue surrounding the teeth
The motion used to polish teeth is A lifting wiping technique
Tin oxide can be mixed with Alcohol or water Glycerin
Fluoride may be administered by which of the following methods? Fluoridation of water Diet supplementation and dentifrices Topical application
Which of the following factors affect topical application of fluoride? Application preceded by oral prophy Nothing to eat or drink and no rinsing for 1/2 hour after TX Isolation and drying of teeth
Topical fluoride is indicated for which of the following groups Children ages 6-16 as a preventive measure Adults experiencing sensitivity from exposed root surfaces or dentin All pt's with high incidence of caries
The removal of calculus is one of the objectives of a coronal polishing False
Control should be used when polishing with rubber cup so to not cause the cup to flange into sulcus True
Topical fluoride is absorbed by the enamel True
When polishing appliances (removable), hold them over sink or bracket tray True
An RDA must have general knowledge of tooth morphology. True
It is advisable for all adults to use dental floss once every 24 hours True
A pt with a rheumatic heart would not need pre & post antibiotic in order to have a coronal polish False
The prophy angle and rubber cup are used for the removal of intrinsic stains from teeth False
It is not necessary to take a review of medical history when only coronal polishing False
Some advantages of the porta polisher are it's portability & ease of sterilization False
Finger rests may be placed on the pt's face False
Chromogenic bacteria refers to color producing bacteria True
A course abrasive can create a rougher surface than before polishing True
Do you disclose at the end of a coronal polish? Yes
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