Ch7

Question 1

Discuss the many specialized forms of dentistry

Answer 1

1. Endodontics - root canals
   oral surgury- extraction of defects of mouth/jaw
   oral pathology- injuries to head and neck
   prosthodontics- crowns, bridges

Question 2

What are the auxillary dental personnel and what is involved in their training?

Answer 2

1. Dental assistants - trained by dentists or short course
   registered dental hygienist- RDH Associates and Dental Exam
   dental lab tech- apprenticeship or ed program 1-2 yrs

Question 3

What is tooth decay and why is fluoridation important?

Answer 3

It makes teeth stronger and more resistant to decay 20 to 40% in children, 15 to 35% in adults

Question 4

Discuss the advantages or disadvantages of the various types of dental restoration materials

Answer 4

1. Drill-less fillings - no need of injection, slow, expensive
   Bonding- painless faster and cheaper, not permanent

Question 5

What are some questionable procedures in dentistry

Answer 5

1. Wisdom teeth
laser use
air abraision
general anestesia
mercury