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Dental

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OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
FDA Food and Drug Administration
BBP Bloodborne Pathogens
PPE Personal protective equipment
What is the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard used for? It is used to inform workers about chemical hazards.
What is the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard also known as? It is also known as the Right-to-Know Law.
What is acute toxicity? Harm that happens after short-term exposure to a chemical.
What is chronic toxicity? Harm that happens after long-term exposure to a chemical.
How often should eyewash stations be inspected? Eyewash stations should be inspected weekly.
Who provides safety data sheets (SDS)? The chemical manufacturer or supplier provides SDS.
Pathogen A microorganism that causes disease.
Aerobes Microorganisms that need oxygen to live.
Anaerobes Microorganisms that live without oxygen.
Facultative anaerobes Microorganisms that can live with or without oxygen.
Virulence The ability of a pathogen to cause disease.
Parenteral/Percutaneous Entry of pathogens through broken skin or punctures.
General waste Waste that is not contaminated and not dangerous.
Hazardous waste Waste that is harmful to people or the environment.
Infectious waste Waste that contains blood or body fluids.
Sharps Objects that can puncture skin, like needles.
Direct transmission Disease spread by direct contact with a person.
Indirect transmission Disease spread through contaminated objects.
Airborne transmission Disease spread through the air.
What is the most resistant pathogen? Bacterial spores are the most resistant pathogens.
What is done to instruments to prevent patient-to-patient disease transmission? Instruments are cleaned and sterilized.
A break in the skin is which component of the chain of infection? It is a portal of entry.
A light handle contaminated with saliva is what type of disease transmission? It is indirect transmission.
What is the sequence for putting on PPE? Gown, mask, eyewear, then gloves.
What is the most important infection control law in dentistry? OSHA regulations are the most important.
When should face masks be changed? Face masks should be changed between patients or when wet.
Preclean Removing debris before disinfection or sterilization.
Disinfection Using chemicals to reduce microorganisms on surfaces.
Biofilm A layer of microorganisms stuck to a surface.
Bioburden The number of microorganisms on an object.
Touch surface A surface frequently touched during treatment.
Transfer surface A surface that is touched and then transfers contamination.
What is a purpose of a disinfecting solution? To reduce microorganisms on surfaces.
What is the difference between precleaning and disinfection? Precleaning removes debris, while disinfection kills microorganisms.
What is not killed during disinfection? Bacterial spores are not killed.
What factor is the most important when considering a surface barrier? How often the surface is touched.
What is an immersion disinfectant used for? It is used to disinfect instruments.
What is the minimum level of disinfectant that should be used in a dental office? An intermediate-level disinfectant should be used.
Which high-level chemical can be used to sterilize and disinfect? Glutaraldehyde can be used.
Sterilization The complete destruction of all microorganisms.
What is a purpose of an ultrasonic cleaner? To remove debris using sound waves.
What is the purpose of an autoclave? To sterilize instruments using heat and steam.
How long should instruments be kept in the chemical/cold sterilant to be considered sterilized? They must remain for the manufacturer’s recommended time.
What are the main areas of the sterilization room and what is done/kept in each area? Receiving, cleaning, and storage areas.
What is the only way to ensure sterilization has taken place? Using a biological indicator.
Where are process indicators placed? On the outside of instrument packages.
Where are process integrators placed? Inside the instrument packages.
Caries Tooth decay caused by bacteria.
Plaque A sticky film of bacteria on teeth.
Acquired pellicle A thin protein layer that forms on teeth.
Incipient lesion An early stage of tooth decay.
Frank lesion A visible cavity in a tooth.
Rampant caries Rapid and widespread tooth decay.
Recurrent caries Decay that forms around an existing restoration.
Periodontal disease Disease affecting the gums and supporting bone.
Which term describes the loss of calcium and phosphorus from the tooth structure? Demineralization.
What is another term for Early Childhood Caries? Baby bottle tooth decay.
What condition is present when the gums are red, swollen and bleeds easily? Gingivitis.
What condition is present when the patient has bone and tissue loss? Periodontitis.
What instrument is used to check the periodontal status? A periodontal probe.
Cariogenic Able to cause tooth decay.
Disclosing agent A dye that shows plaque on teeth.
Systemic fluoride Fluoride swallowed and absorbed into the body.
Topical fluoride Fluoride applied directly to teeth.
Where are sealants placed? On pits and fissures of molars.
What can occur from ingesting too much fluoride? Fluorosis.
How long should patients wait to eat after foam/gel fluoride? Varnish? 30 minutes for foam/gel and 1–2 hours for varnish.
Why should a saliva ejector be avoided when using fluoride varnish? It can remove the fluoride.
What is the goal of a plaque control program? It can remove the fluoride.
What toothbrush method is recommended? The Bass method.
What type of toothbrush is generally recommended? A soft-bristled toothbrush.
Why are soft toothbrushes recommended over medium/hard? They clean well without damaging gums.
Best way to remove plaque between teeth? Dental floss.
What is another name for toothpaste? Dentifrice.
An oral irrigator is used for what purpose? To flush debris between teeth and gums.
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