Unit 315 - Management of oral health diseases and dental procedures 1

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What is caused by vigorous tooth brushing?
Abrasion
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What is a gelatin sponge?
Haemostatic device
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What is oxidised cellulose?
Absorbable knitted fabric
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What is the function of a gauze pack?
To limit bleeding
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What is a function of a suture?
Closes the incision site
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What is a function of topical anaesthetic?
Numbs the surface of the application site
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What is the purpose of irrigating during extractions?
Maintain a clear field of vision
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What concentration of phosphoric acid is contained in acid etch?
33%
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What is the most effective ingredient at reducing the development of caries?
Sodium fluoride
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What causes xerostomia?
Sjögren's syndrome, Diuretics and Beta-blockers
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Plaque formation can be caused by iatrogenic factors. What is an iatrogenic factor?
Filling with an overhanging edge at the cervical margin
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In which condition would false pockets be present?
Chronic gingivitis
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In which condition would true periodontal pockets be present?
Chronic periodontitis
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Which factor can aggravate periodontal disease?
Open lip posture
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Which substances can be found in some toothpastes and acts as antiseptic plaque suppressant?
Triclosan combined with zinc
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How long should each quadrant of the mouth be brushed for with an electric toothbrush?
30 seconds
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In Vincent's disease, one of the bacteria involved is?
Bacillus fusiformis
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A bacterial disease of the mineralised tissues of the tooth is called?
Caries
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Which specific antibiotic is best used to treat anaerobic bacteria when a patient presents with ANUG?
Metronidazole
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What is a function of a suture?

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