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LECTURE #1 PEDODONTICS QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+, Exams of Nursing

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LECTURE #1 PEDODONTICS QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
ALREADY GRADED A+
1. What is pediatric dentistry? Dental specality concerned with neonatal
through adolescent patients, as well as patients with special needs in
these age groups
2. What education is necessary to become a pediatric dentist? Has to
complete additional 2-3 years of dental study to become pediatric
dentist
3. Who is considered a pediatric patient?children ages 0 to 18 and special
needs patients ( children and and adults)
4. What expanded functions can be completed by a pediatric dental assistant?
Coronal
Polishing
Sealants
Preliminary IMPS
5. What is the difference in reception and clinical area design of the pediatric
office vs general dental office? the Pediatric dental office will display a
cheerfulness and pleasant environment with a non-threatening decor. many
offices will have a “theme” in the overall decor, such as a rainforest, outer
space, or even a popular movie character.
6. What is the advantage of the open bay concept design of the pediatric office?
When entering a pediatric dental practice, you will notice that the treatment
areas are not confining or structured. many practices are designed with the
open Bay concept, in which several dental chairs are arranged in one large
area. the advantage of this design is that it provides reassurance by allowing
pediatric patients to see other children who are receiving care. This can be
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  1. What is pediatric dentistry? Dental specality concerned with neonatal through adolescent patients, as well as patients with special needs in these age groups
  2. What education is necessary to become a pediatric dentist? Has to complete additional 2-3 years of dental study to become pediatric dentist
  3. Who is considered a pediatric patient?children ages 0 to 18 and special needs patients ( children and and adults)
  4. What expanded functions can be completed by a pediatric dental assistant? Coronal Polishing Sealants Preliminary IMPS
  5. What is the difference in reception and clinical area design of the pediatric office vs general dental office? the Pediatric dental office will display a cheerfulness and pleasant environment with a non-threatening decor. many offices will have a “theme” in the overall decor, such as a rainforest, outer space, or even a popular movie character.
  6. What is the advantage of the open bay concept design of the pediatric office? When entering a pediatric dental practice, you will notice that the treatment areas are not confining or structured. many practices are designed with the open Bay concept, in which several dental chairs are arranged in one large area. the advantage of this design is that it provides reassurance by allowing pediatric patients to see other children who are receiving care. This can be

psychologically effective because children are often hesitant to express fear or to misbehave in the presence of other children.

  1. Explain the difference between chronological, mental, and emotional ages? Chronologic age is the child's actual age in terms of years and months.
  1. At what age period primary dentition occur?

and they may notice the difference in crown size between larger permanent teeth and smaller primary teeth. some children may notice crowding of the teeth as they shift positions during eruption Occurs from 6 months to 6 years of age

  1. At what age first permanent tooth erupts? at age 6- 7 ,
  2. Why mixed dentition is a difficult time for children? the mixed dentition is often a difficult time for children because color differences between the primary and permanent teeth become apparent (primary teeth are white than permanent teeth)
  3. What is the last baby tooth to be lost and replaced with permanent? Second molars At what age? 10-
  4. Give examples of preventative dental care for children To communicate preventive dental health in such areas as oral hygiene, fluoride use, diet, and preventive procedures
  5. What is the main role of dental sealant? protect the grooved and pitted surfaces of teeth, especially the chewing surfaces of back teeth, where most cavities in children are found
  6. What are the contraindications of placing dental sealants?
  • Apparent occlusal decay,
  • Interproximal decay,
  • Insufficient eruption of a tooth (2nd and 3rd M),
  • Soon to be lost primary teeth,
  • Poor patient cooperation in dental chair.
  1. Explain step by step dental sealant placing procedure The surface to be still must first be clean with a rubber cup and a promise or by air polishing to remove any surface the breeze that would interfere with acid etching. Retention of the sealant is attained by etching the enamel with 37% phosphoric acid to roughen it and open the pores in the enamel of penetration of the resin sealant. After etching, Renton, and drying of the enamel, isolation of the field is very important. The sealant is applied to the pits and fissures and the surrounding an animal and is cured.
  2. How long etch should remain on the tooth? 20 to 30 seconds What are the common pediatric dental procedures? Stainless Steel Crowns (SSCs) Stainless steel crowns are used to restore back teeth that are too badly decayed to hold white fillings. ... Tooth Colored Fillings (Composite Resin) ... X-Rays (Radiographs) ... Dental Cleaning (Prophylaxis) ... Fluoride. ... Cavities (Caries) Early (Interceptive) Orthodontic Care. ... Extractions (Tooth Removal)

Sealants Pulp treatment and spacers

with chewing, speaking, breathing, and even sleeping. The shape of your jaws also affects the way your face looks.

Why malocclusion causes dental caries and gum disease? When teeth are not in proper alignment or certain teeth are hitting harder together than others, the first thing that may happen is gum recession. Name members of the orthodontic team The orthodontics and the orthodontist assistant Why most orthodontic offices have Open Bay design? Less materials used and they see 30 patients a day. To see as many pt needed Why it is beneficial for the orthodontist to have an in-office dental laboratory? It keeps overhang cost down they dont have to ship it out. What is malocclusion? of the teeth is a misalignment problem that can lead to serious oral health complications. It's also known as: crowded teeth; crossbite; overbite What factors? Genetics and habits What causes malocclusion? Missing tooth or underdeveloped jaw, thumb sucking, mouth breathing habits. Explain Class 1, 2, 3 malocclusions Class 1 - normal occlusion or posterior area but misalign anterior teeth. Class 2 distoclusion ( overbite) class 3 mesioclusion (underbite)

What causes an open bite?Thumb sucking Beyond primary dissension, Tongue in the relaxed position pushes Front Teeth. What are the other terms for overbite? Deep bite, What does crossbite mean? bite indicates when a tooth is not properly aligned with posing tooth When does abnormal tooth eruption happen? When its not enough room Another name for underbite is Mesiocclusal? What is the difference between overbite and overjet? Overjet is excessive protrusion of maxillary incisors it causes space or distance between the facial surface of the mandibular incisors and lingual surface of the maxillary incisor it's call horizontal overlap. overbite is increased vertical overlap of the maxillary incisors with extreme overbite of the mandibular incisors and it might not be visible Give the example of fixed and removable orthodontic appliances.Bands, brackets, archwires and tye ends At what appointment the consent for treatment will be signed by the patient/parent/guardian? third appointment How often the patient comes for ortho adjustment visits? Every month Why panoramic must be taken as a part of the orthodontic record? To see the crown and root of the teeth From the video: What were the steps of the bracket placement procedure? A quick scrub and etch applied. Etch removed and teeth rinsed. Adhesive is placed on the tooth where braces will be applied. Place brackets on each tooth that has adhesive on it. Precise measuring of each brace. Each bracket moves into final position. Set the glue with curing light. Apply glue to the upper teeth. Apply brackets to each tooth with glue. final positioning for upper teeth. Set glue with curing light. Remove spacers, Band fitting, Cement molar band, Install wiring,Fix wiring.

From the video: What hygiene instruction and diet restrictions were given to the patient by an orthodontist? Nothing hard sticky or chewy, Only eat stuff that you can

  1. Discuss the specific behavioral techniques that work as a positive reinforcement in the treatment of children. Tell and show
  2. Describe why children and adults with certain special needs would be seen in pediatric practice.physical and mental disorders can slow or challenge a child psychical and social growth
  3. List the specific areas involved in the clinical examination of a pediatric patient. 1st birthday, introduction to Dr and staff, show office for comfort, info given treatment apt made
  4. Discuss the importance of preventive dentistry in pediatrics.Communication to preventive dental health, introduction to oral hygiene, fluoride use, diet, and preventive procedures
  5. Compare the clinical procedures for treating pediatric patients and adults.peds your trying to save the primary and Permanent teeth. adults your focus on saving the permanent teeth. FILL-IN-THE-BLANK STATEMENTS Select the best term from the list below and complete the following statements. (athetosis, mental age, autonomy, mouth guard, avulsed, neural, cerebral palsy, open bay, chronologic age, papoose board, Down syndrome, pediatric dentistry, extrusion, postnatal, Frankl scale, prenatal, intellectual disability, pulpotomy, intrusion, T-band )
    1. _cerebral palsy is a neural disorder or loss of motor function caused by brain damage.
  6. A child’s actual age is the_chronologic age
  7. Autonomy is the process of being independent.
  8. A tooth that has been torn away or dislodged by force is said to be_avulsed
  1. _down syndrome is a disorder caused by a chromosomal defect. 6. athetosis is a term used to describe involuntary movement of the body, face, arms, and legs.

b. 2-3 years c. 3-4 years

d. 4-5 years

2. What is unique about the treatment areas of a pediatric practice? a. The dental chairs are close together. b. More than one dentist can use a treatment area. c. Many are designed with the open-bay concept. d. There are chairs for parents. 3. Describe the types of patients seen in a pediatric - practice. a. Healthy adolescents b. Special needs children c. Special needs adults d. All of the above 4. You are describing a child’s when a 10-year-old is behaving like a 6-year-old. a. chronologic age b. emotional age c. physical age d. size 5. At what stage of life does a child first want control and structure in his or her environment? a. I to 3 years of age b. 3 to 5 years of age c. 6 to 9 years of age d. 9 to 12 years of age 6. How would Dr. Frankl describe a positive child? a. Accepts treatment b. Is willing to comply c. Follows directions