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CoronalPolishReview
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a hard mineralized deposit attached to teeth | Calculus |
| A what is the complete removal of calculus, debris, stain, and plaque from teeth | Oral Prophylaxis |
| Portion of the tooth visible in the oral cavity | Clinical Crown |
| Stains that occur within the tooth structure may not be removed by polishing | Intrinsic Stains |
| Stains that occur on the external surface of tooth surface and can be removed by polishing | Extrinsic Stains |
| What is the position that provides stability for the operator | Fulcrum |
| What technique is used to remove plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces of the teeth | Rubber-Cup Polishing |
| Which grasp is used to hold the handpiece | Pen Grasp |
| Toward which direction should the polishing stroke be directed | Toward the incisal and toward the occlusal |
| How should the patient's head be positioned for access to the maxillary and anteriors | Chin Up |
| What position should the patient's head be positioned be for the mandibular arch | Chin Down |
| What do you do on a tooth to allow the heat that is generated to dissipate between strokes | Intermittent Pressure |
| Speed of cup is important in minimizing | Frictional Heat |
| Oral Prophylaxis alternate name | Prophy or Cleaning |
| Who are the only members on the dental team who are licensed to perform a oral prophylaxis | Dentist and Hygienist |
| What are the 4 types of prophy angles that are used | Rubber Cup, Bristle Brush, Reusable Prophy Angle, Disposable Prophy Angle |
| What portion of the tooth is visible within the oral cavity | Clinical Crown |