Freshmen Exploratory Review for Shop Test, Mrs. Reppucci 2016-2017

Name the 2 parts of the tooth.

Crown and Root

Buccal

Refers to the cheek

Name the two types of gum disease

Gingivitis and Periodontitis

List the 9 dental specialties

Endodontics ,periodontics, pedodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, oral pathology, prosthodontics, orthodontics, public health dentistry, oral and maxillofacial radiology

Who makes up the dental team? What is their goal?

Dentist, dental assistant, dental hygienist, and dental lab. technician. Their goal is to provide optimal care of the oral cavity for all of their patients

What services do dentists perform?

They perform a variety of services, cosmetic improvement, and correction of oral problems

What is the role of the dental hygienist?

Record the patient's oral and health history, removes calculus and plaque, and examines the patient's teeth

What causes periodontal disease?

Infection in the supporting structures of the teeth.

What systemic conditions contribute to the formation of caries and periodontal disease?

Hormonal imbalances and immunologic deficiency

What are the 3 functions of the teeth?

Chewing, aid in the production of speech, and maintain the shape of the face.

When does human tooth formation begin?

During the second month of pregnancy

What are the four main types of teeth?

Molars, premolars, cuspids, and incisors.

Mandible

Lower jaw

Maxilla

upper jaw

Abscess

Localized collection of pus

Alloy

Mixture of metals

Alveoli

Bony cavities which the roots of the teeth are attached

calculus

Mixture of calcium, phosphate and carbonate with organic matter that is deposited on the surfaces of the teeth

Caries

Decalcification of the surface of the tooth, or a cavity

Dentition

Used to designate the natural teeth in the mouth

Gingiva

The gum that surrounds the tooth

Plaque

A mass adhering to the enamel surface of a tooth, composed of bacterial colonies

maxillofacial

Upper jaw and face

mesial

Middle of towards the midline

Odontology

The study of the tooth

Halitosis

Bad breath