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14 Cards in this Set
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What is articulating paper used for and why?
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Is used to check the occlusion of the provisional crown so that excessive sensitivity does not occur.
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Fixed Bridge |
Dental prosthesis with artificial teeth cemented in place and supported by attachment to natural teeth |
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What does the assistant have to do before confirming the patients final crown appt. |
The day before the appointment, the assistant verifies that the case has been returned from the laboratory. |
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What are things you have to do before submitting a case to the lab for creation. |
- The Dentist prepares a written prescription . - Dentist evaluates the fit, comfort, and function of the appliance. -The shade, mold, arrangement of the teeth are reviewed so that their appearance is acceptable to the patient. |
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In a bridge what is the tooth/teeth that are being replaced called? |
PONTIC |
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How do you floss with provisional coverage. |
When flossing do not POP the floss in and out of the contact. Once the floss is placed below the contact, pull the floss through, Gum tissue might be sore due to cord or the prep |
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Know at least 3 different cements used for provisional coverage.
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Durelon Glass Ionomer & Temp Bond
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What are 4 goals when placing provisional coverage? |
-Reduce sensitivity and discomfort of the prepared tooth -Maintain function and esthetics of the tooth -Protect the margins of the preparation -Prevent shifting of adjacent or opposing teeth |
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What does exothermic mean? |
The reaction of certain components when they are mixed, resulting in the production of heat |
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Know at least 3 types of provisional coverage that can be used to restore a single tooth
needing a crown. |
-Custom Acrylic Temporary
-Pre-formed aluminum crown -Pre-formed acrylic crown |
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Whats another name for Provisional Coverage. |
Temporary Coverage |
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Can you use an impregnated cord with epi ok to be used on a pt. with cardiovascular disease? |
NO |
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Are aluminum crowns placed on anterior or posterior teeth? Why? |
is used most commonly on premolars and molars (Posterior) because of their resistance to wear, strength and unaesthetic appearance. |
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Know the home care instructions that are given to a patient with provisional coverage. |
-Bite and chew carefully, and avoid sticky foods. -brush and floss the restoration, but remove the floss by pulling it out to the side under the contact rather than back in an occlusal/incisal direction |
