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Dental Assigment
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Winged Clamp | A rubber dam with lateral projections designed to hold the rubber dam material during placement and secure isolation of tooth during dental procedures |
| Universal | A term used to describe an instrument,clamp,or material designed for use on multiple tooth types or in clinical situations rather than for one specific tooth |
| Bow | The curved connecting portion of a rubber dam clamp that joins the jaws and provides stability and retention around the tooth. |
| Jaws | The gripping extensions of a dental clamp that engage the cervical area of a tooth to hold the clamp securely in position. |
| Septum | The partition of rubber dam material located between isolated teeth, helping maintain separation and preventing contamination during treatment. |
| Invert | To tuck or roll the edge of the rubber dam around the cervical portion of a tooth to create a seal that prevents leakage of saliva and moisture. |
| Stylus | A pointed dental instrument used for marking, tracing, or guiding placement during dental procedures or laboratory work. |
| Malaligned | Referring to teeth that are improperly positioned or not correctly aligned within the dental arch. |
| Exposed | Describes a tooth surface, pulp, or dental structure that has become uncovered or visible due to decay, trauma, or dental preparation. |
| Aspirate | To draw fluids, debris, saliva, or air from the oral cavity using suction during dental treatment. |
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