The dentist finds decay on the mesial surface of the restoration on tooth 24. The dental assistant recognizes the cavity on the patient's 24 as:
recurrent decay
the dental assistant selects a foam tray for the ap
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The dentist finds decay on the mesial surface of the restoration on tooth 24. The dental assistant recognizes the cavity on the patient's 24 as:
recurrent decay
the dental assistant selects a foam tray for the application of the patient's topical fluoride. What should the dental assistant do with the trays tried in but not selected?
discard
the receptionist is called upon to help disinfect the operator after the first patient's appointment. What personal protective equipment should the receptionist use?
utility gloves
what is the benefit of increased folate in pregnant patients?
red blood cell production
which products is used to treat dentin hypersensitivity?
toothpaste
what methods should the dental assistant teach oral hygiene instructions with a patient with Down syndrome?
tell show do
large exotoses located on the palate of a patient who requires a removable complete prosthesis?
osteotomy
which oral condition would indicate an adverse reaction to topical anesthetic?
swelling
the patient with dental insurance:
carrier
where should topical anesthetic be placed for tooth 18?
maxillary vestibule
which of the following nerve block injection techniques is most effective for a class V restoration on tooth 43?
inferior alveolar
personal decisions based on conduct that may be morally right or wrong, are questions of:
ethics
which matrix systems should the dental assistant select for tooth 42?
mylar strip
two days following surgery, the patient's wife calls and says that the extraction area is whitish and infected. The receptionist's correct response is to:
we can see him today to allow the dentist to examine the extraction site
which one of the following processes described the mechanism of desensitizing agents?
aids in blocking the dentinal tubules
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