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CH 53, 54
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| What is the most common symptom of pulpal damage? | Sharp pain when occluding |
| Which dentist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of the dental pulp and the tissues that surround the root of the tooth? | Endodontist |
| The two types of tests that the dentist uses to determine whether the inflammatory process has gone into the periapical tissues are ____________ and ___________. | palpation; percussion |
| What is the natural rubber material used to obturate the pulpal canal after treatment is completed? | Gutta-percha |
| Which procedure removes a root from a multi-rooted tooth? | Hemisection |
| Which procedure is most commonly used for vital primary teeth? | Pulpotomy |
| Which statement is correct about dental implants? | They can prevent the bone loss and gum recession that often accompany bridgework and dentures. |
| When surgically placing implants, it is recommended that the team includes the clinician, the surgical dental assistant, and the | nonsterile circulating assistant. |
| Which radiograph image is taken with the final size files in all canals receiving treatment? | Final instrumentation |
| What instrument is used to remove necrotic pulp tissue from the canals? | Barbed broach |
| Which of the following is used to absorb solutions and dry the canal? | Paper points |
| The placement of dental implants involves both __________ of the prosthesis. | surgery and placement |
| At what stage is the final crown, bridge, partial denture, or full denture attached to the implant? | Restorative phase |
| The entire endosteal dental implant process may take _____ to reach completion. | 3 to 9 months |
| Which statement is correct about the formation of dental plaque and calculus on implants? | Both dental plaque and dental calculus can form on dental implants. |
| What is the name for a localized area of pus? | Abscess |
| Which process is used to remove bacteria, necrotic tissue, and organic debris from the root canal? | Debridement |
| The blade or cylinder that is surgically embedded into the bone during the first surgery is which type of implant? | Titanium |
| Implants are frequently made from titanium alone or coated with which material? | Hydroxyapatite |
| The implantation process involves several steps and may take _____ months to complete. | 3 to 9 |
| How long does it take for the implant to osseointegrate to the bone? | 3 to 6 months |
| What is the purpose of irrigation solutions in root canal therapy? | Tissue dissolution Bleeding control Deodorizing the canal All of the above |
| Which tissues surround the root of the tooth? | Periradicular |
| Which of the following is the most common type of implant placed? | Endosteal |
| Once the root canal therapy is completed, what is used to fill the canal? | Gutta-percha |
| What is the order of use for the following instruments? 1. Files 2. Endodontic explorer 3. Gutta-percha 4. Paper points 5. Glick Number 1 | 2, 1, 4, 3, and 5 |
| What would not cause endodontic failure? | Recurrent caries |
| Which term refers to the bond that is developed between living bone and the surface of an implant fixture? | Osseointegrated |
| What is placed into the implant during the second stage of surgery? | Titanium abutment screw |
| When conducting an objective examination, the dentist will not take into consideration which observation? | Patients’ pain report |
| Which oral anatomic structures are factors in the placement of dental implants? | Inferior alveolar nerve |
| What occurs during the second surgery of an osseointegrated implant? | Endosteal implant fixture is exposed. Abutment screw is connected to the anchor. Abutment screw is connected to the prosthesis. All of the above occur. |
| A properly placed dental implant has a success rate of more than ___%. | 90 |
| What type of response to the percussion or palpation test would indicate that the inflammation is present in the periodontal ligament and that endodontic treatment is most likely needed? | Positive |
| Thermal sensitivity tests | include testing for sensitivity to heat and cold. include testing for cold sensitivity with dry ice. |
| Which sign or symptom is uncommon for pulpitis? | Fever |
| Each of the following is an example of the types of images that may be prescribed during the planning phase and throughout dental implant treatment except | Bitewing |
| Which statement is incorrect concerning hand-operated files? | Each file is color-coded according to the flexibility of the file. |
| If a tooth has a necrotic pulp, it will not respond to | heat and cold stimulus. |
| The ideal candidate for dental implants meets which of the stated criteria? | Has good stable health and adequate alveolar bone Willing to commit to conscientious oral hygiene and regular dental visits |
| What type of abscess would be present if the patient has a draining sinus tract? | Chronic |
| What is the role of radiographs in endodontics? | Radiographs are used for diagnosis, during treatment to determine file length, and at posttreatment evaluations. |
| What class of symptoms is described by the patient? | Subjective |
| The dental team that works together to perform the implant procedure can include a periodontist, prosthodontist, oral and maxillofacial surgeon, and general dentist with specialized training called a(n) | Implantologist |
| Which of the following statements is correct regarding pulp capping? | With direct pulp capping, the tooth is still vital, and medication is placed to protect the pulp. |
| Which term most accurately identifies root canal therapy? | Pulpectomy |
| Which statement is correct about surgical stents? | It will be used as a guide that is positioned over the alveolar ridge to guide placement of the implant screws in their proper position. |
| The implant that is not placed into the bone is a(n) __________ implant. | subperiosteal |
| 1.The titanium implant is surgically embedded into the bone. 2.The abutment post or cylinder attaches to the artificial tooth. 3.The titanium abutment screw is screwed into the implant after osseointegration of the implant and during stage II surgery. | 1, 3, 2 |
| Which statement is incorrect concerning the maintenance of dental implants? | Plaque and calculus will form on implants and is more difficult to remove from implants than from natural teeth. |