DATS Mid Term Exam Review: Questions
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Part of skull that holds upper teeth (Ans- Maxilla
Part of skull that holds lower teeth (Ans- Mandible
Joint in the skull that allows lower jaw to move (Ans- TMJ (Temporal mandibular joint)
Tissues in the mouth (Ans- Frenum Uvula Retromolar Pad
Parts of the tooth structure (Ans- Cementum Dentin Enamel
NOT a type of operative filling material -used for root canals (Ans- Gutta Percha
Disease of gums (Ans- Periodontics
Disease of the pulp and chamber (Ans- Endodontics 1 / 2
Removal of teeth (Ans- Oral Surgery
Straighten and align teeth (Ans- Orthodontics
Removable dentures (Ans- Prosthodontics
Types of burs described by their "locking mechanism" (Ans- Friction grip Latch Type
Most common instruments used in "basic set up" (Ans- Mouth mirror Explorer Pliers
Types of dental hand pieces (Ans- Contra-angle Straight Right angle
Some instruments used in dentistry (Ans- Condenser Burnishers Probe Syringes Forceps
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