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Intro DA Chpt 1-3

Intro to Dental Anatomy Chapters 1-3

TermDefinition
G.V. Black Grand Old Man of Dentistry. Dentist that developed the extension for prevention.
Ida Gray Rollins First female African American dentist. First African American female to earn a formal DDS degree.
Horace Hayden and Chapin Harris Established the first dental school.
Robert Woofendale One of the first dentist to travel the American colonies.
Siwak A tree twig used as an early oral hygiene aid.
Jessica Rickert First American Indian female dentist.
American Dental Association (ADA) Association founded in 1859. Is a professional organization for dentists in the United States.
Year the first hepatitis B vaccine was available. 1982
Claudius Galen First to write about the nerves of the teeth.
Council on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association (CODA) Responsible for evaluation and accreditation of dental programs in U.S.
Horace Wells Discovered inhalation sedation. First dentist to use nitrous oxide in dentistry.
Hazel Torres and Ann Ehrlich Published a dental assisting textbook. Together, they wrote Modern Dental Assisting
Occupational Safety and Hazard Administration (OSHA) Created by Congress in 1970. Creating a safe work environment in dental practices and protecting the health and well-being of both staff and patients.
Ambroise Pare Known as the Father of Modern Surgery
Leonardo Da Vinci First to describe the anatomical differences between molars and premolars.
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Released the Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Healthcare Settings
Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen Discovered x-rays in 1895.
The year the American Dental Assistants Association was founded. 1924
Deborah Greenspan Recognized for her research in dental issues related to HIV.
Robert Tanner Freeman First African American student accepted by Harvard University Dental School.
Dr. George Blue Spruce Jr. First American Indian dentist in U.S. who later became Assistant Surgeon General
Lucy B. Hobbs -Taylor First female graduate of a recognized dental college in U.S.
Edmund Kells Employed the first dental assistant in 1885.
Irene Newman Was the first dental hygienist.
Which famous colonial patriot first used forensic evidence? Paul Revere
_______is a licensed auxiliary who provides preventive, therapeutic, and educational services. Dental Hygienist
What is considered confidential information in the dental office? Everything that is said and done in the dental office
_________ is the specialty that is concerned with diseases of the oral structures. Oral Pathology
The professional organization that represents the profession of dental assisting is the______ ADAA
Where is the National Museum of Dentistry located? Baltimore, Maryland
Who is credited with founding the first dental school in America? Chapin Harris
What is the minimal length of education for dental hygiene licensure? 2 academic years
How long has dental disease existed? Since humankind began
What is the minimal length for an ADA-accredited dental laboratory technician program? 2 academic years
What must a dental laboratory technician have in hand before he or she can perform and deliver an indirect restoration or prosthesis? A prescription from the dentist
The ________accredits dental, dental assisting, dental hygiene, and dental laboratory educational programs. CODA
___________ is the specialty of surgery of the head and neck. Oral and maxillofacial surgery
The credential of an individual who has passed the DANB certification examination and remains current through continuing education is _______________. Certified Dental Assistant
Who was the first female dentist in the United States? Emeline Roberts-Jones
The specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of the supporting structures is ____________. Periodontics
What credential is issued by the DANB? Certified Dental Assistant
_______________ is a disease of the structures that support the teeth (gums and bone). Periodontal disease
The national agency that is responsible for administering the certification examination and issuing certification is the _______________. DANB
Who was John Baker’s famous patient? George Washington
The specialty of promoting dental health through organized community efforts is _______________ dental public health
Who is referred to as the father of modern surgery? Pierre Fauchard
A(n) _______________ is a legally qualified practitioner of dentistry. Dentist
African Americans were first accepted for education in dental schools in what year? 1867
An individual who is trained to provide support to the dentist is a(n) _______________. Dental assistant
What type of dentistry did the Romans provide? Oral hygiene, gold crowns, tooth extraction
A(n) _______________ is a dentist who specializes in diseases of the pulp. Endodontist
Who was one of the first dentists to travel throughout the colonies? Robert Woofendale
An individual who performs technical services specified by a written prescription from the dentist is a(n) _______________. dental laboratory technician
HIPAA regulations are designed to protect the patient’s _______________. healthcare information
Hesi-Re was ___________. the earliest recorded dentist
In what year was the first edition of Modern Dental Assisting published? 1976
What is the minimal length of education for an ADA-accredited dental assisting program? 1 academic year
What does the Hippocratic Oath promise? To act ethically
This type of dentistry establishes the identity of an individual on the basis of dental records alone. Forensic dentistry
Who is referred to as the Father of Medicine? Hippocrates
The _______________ specifies federal regulations ensuring privacy regarding a patient’s healthcare information. HIPAA
The specialty concerned with the diagnosis of disease through various forms of imaging, including radiographs, is _______________. oral and maxillofacial radiology
What is Faith Sai So Leong known for? The first Chinese woman to become a dentist in America
What is DANB? When was it formed? What is CDA? DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) is the national agency that is responsible for administering the certification examination and issuing certification. CDA is Certified Dental Assistant and is the credential issued by the DANB.
What is AIDS? When did it first show up in the United States? Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). When a person becomes infected with HIV, the virus attacks and weakens the immune system. first reported cases in 1981
Hepatitis vaccine – when was it developed? 1982
What is the ADA? And when was it founded? American Dental Association. Association founded in 1859. It is a professional organization for dentists in the United States.
Who is the State Board of Dentistry? What is their purpose? A state-level agency that regulates the practice of dentistry, dental hygiene, and dental assisting. Its primary purpose is to protect the public by ensuring that only qualified individuals are licensed to practice.
What year did the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA) publish a report of infection control for dental offices? 1988
T/F. Processing radiographic images is considered an expanded function. True
T/F. DANB certification is required in all states to perform dental assisting expanded functions. False, it varies state by state
T/F. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) laws ensure that patient privacy is protected. True
T/F. The circulating assistant is usually not responsible for placing topical fluoride and dental sealants. True – These are typically performed by the clinical assistant or hygienist, depending on training.
T/F. A dental supply representative is a member of the dental healthcare team. False
Which dental specialty became the first new dental specialty in 36 years when it was granted recognition by the ADA in 1999? Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
Pediatric dentistry treats children from birth up to what age? 14
Which specialty of dentistry performs biopsies and works closely with oral surgeons to provide a diagnosis? Oral Pathology
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