Chapter 28: Pediatric Dentistry Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is apexogenesis?

Plan to modify behavior

Complete removal of a tooth

Pulpotomy of permanent tooth where pulp vitality is maintained (correct)

Type of sealant that hardens with a light source

What is an avulsed tooth?

A tooth completely removed from the mouth

What is behavior management in pediatric dentistry?

A plan to modify or maintain behavior of a person

What does bonding refer to in dentistry?

Materials hold together Signup and view all the answers

What is a cannula?

A small hollow tube Signup and view all the answers

What does chemically cured mean?

Self-curing or auto polymerization Signup and view all the answers

What does coalesced mean?

Fused Signup and view all the answers

What are color-changing sealants?

Sealants with a photo-active color additive that change plaque after being light cured Signup and view all the answers

What is dental composite resin (BIS-GMA)?

Materials used as sealant for occlusal fits and fissures Signup and view all the answers

What is direct pulp capping (DPC)?

Used in teeth when pulp has been exposed due to mechanical or trauma Signup and view all the answers

What does etch refer to in dental procedures?

Condition Signup and view all the answers

What are fluoride applications?

Fluoride applied to the teeth in dental office Signup and view all the answers

What is formocresol?

A solution of formaldehyde, cresol, glycerin, and water Signup and view all the answers

What are glass ionomers?

Permanent cement with diverse types of applications Signup and view all the answers

What is the hand over mouth technique?

When dentist places his hand over a patient's mouth and calmly explains the procedure Signup and view all the answers

What is indirect pulp treatment?

Technique used when treating permanent teeth with potentially infectious tissues Signup and view all the answers

What does light cured mean?

Type of sealant that hardens with a light source Signup and view all the answers

What does maturation refer to in pediatric dentistry?

Growth to and learning on a certain level Signup and view all the answers

What is a mechanical bond?

Bonding of sealant accomplished as sealant flows Signup and view all the answers

What is the modeling technique in dentistry?

Pairs a timid child in the dental care setting with a cooperative child of similar age Signup and view all the answers

What are mouth guards?

Used when children are active in any recreational activity that poses a risk of injury to the mouth Signup and view all the answers

What are objective fears?

Fears based on children's own experiences Signup and view all the answers

What is pedodontics?

Pediatric dental practice that provides dental care for children Signup and view all the answers

What is a photopolymerized sealant?

Material that is a relatively new option and is popular Signup and view all the answers

What are pit and fissure sealants?

Routinely placed to protect newly erupted teeth where sealants are indicated Signup and view all the answers

What does polymerization refer to?

Hardening Signup and view all the answers

What is a pulpectomy?

Removal of all pulp Signup and view all the answers

What is a pulpotomy?

Removal of pulp only in the coronal portion Signup and view all the answers

What is a space maintainer?

Device used to hold space until a permanent tooth erupts Signup and view all the answers

What is a spot-welded matrix band?

Custom made bands constructed with the use of a spot welding unit Signup and view all the answers

What are stainless steel crowns used for?

Used on both primary and permanent teeth Signup and view all the answers

What are subjective fears?

Based on actions and attitudes of others Signup and view all the answers

What is a T-band matrix?

Restorative band that are crossed at one end and secured on primary teeth Signup and view all the answers

What is the tell, show, and do technique?

Explain the procedure and show them how things work Signup and view all the answers

What is tongue thrusting?

Habit where a person's tongue pushes against the palate during swallowing causing an anterior open bite Signup and view all the answers

What is traumatic intrusion?

Occurs when teeth are forcibly driven into the alveolus so that only a portion of the crown is visible Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pediatric Dentistry Terms and Definitions

Apexogenesis: A pulpotomy procedure on a permanent tooth that maintains pulp vitality.
Avulsed tooth: A tooth that has been completely removed from the mouth.
Behavior Management: Strategies to modify or maintain a patient's behavior during dental procedures.
Bonding: The process by which materials adhere or hold together.
Cannula: A small, hollow tube used in dental procedures.
Chemically Cured: Refers to materials that harden through self-curing or auto polymerization.
Coalesced: Indicates materials or structures that fuse together.
Color-changing Sealants: Sealants containing light-sensitive additives that change color upon exposure to light, aiding in plaque detection.
Dental Composite Resin (BIS-GMA): A material utilized as a sealant for occlusal surfaces and fissures.
Direct Pulp Capping (DPC): A procedure for treating teeth with exposed pulp due to trauma or mechanical exposure.
Etch: The conditioning process that prepares surfaces for bonding.
Fluoride Applications: The application of fluoride to teeth, typically performed in a dental office.
Formocresol: A medicated solution containing formaldehyde, cresol, glycerin, and water, used in various dental treatments.
Glass Ionomers: A type of permanent dental cement with multiple applications in pediatric dentistry.
Hand over Mouth Technique: A behavior management technique where the dentist places a hand over the patient’s mouth to calmly explain procedures.
Indirect Pulp Treatment: A method for treating permanent teeth with potentially infected tissue while preserving pulp vitality.
Light Cured: Sealants that undergo hardening upon exposure to a light source.
Maturation: The process of growth and development to a certain psychological level.
Mechanical Bond: Bonding achieved through the natural flow of sealants during application.
Modeling Technique: A method that pairs a timid child with a cooperative child of similar age in the dental setting to ease anxiety.
Mouth Guards: Protective devices for children engaging in sports or activities with a risk of oral injury.
Objective Fears: Fears based on children’s own experiences in the dental environment.
Pedodontics: The branch of dentistry that focuses on the dental care of children.
Photopolymerized Sealant: A newer material option in sealant dentistry, popular for its effectiveness.
Pit and Fissure Sealants: Sealants placed on newly erupted teeth to protect against decay where indicated.
Polymerization: The chemical process that results in hardening or curing of materials.
Pulpectomy: The complete removal of pulp tissue from a tooth.
Pulpotomy: The removal of only the coronal portion of a tooth’s pulp.
Space Maintainer: A device used to preserve space in the dental arch until a permanent tooth erupts.
Spot-welded Matrix Band: Custom matrix bands created using a spot welding technique for dental restorations.
Stainless Steel Crowns: Durable crowns used for both primary and permanent teeth in pediatric patients.
Subjective Fears: Fears that arise based on the behavior and attitudes of others, particularly influential figures or peers.
T-band Matrix: A restorative band shaped like a T and secured on primary teeth during procedures.
Tell, Show, and Do Technique: An educational technique in which the procedure is explained verbally, demonstrated, and then completed.
Tongue Thrusting: A habit where the tongue pushes against the palate during swallowing, potentially causing an anterior open bite.
Traumatic Intrusion: An injury where teeth are driven into the alveolar bone, making only part of the crown visible.

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Test your knowledge with flashcards covering key terms from Chapter 28 on Pediatric Dentistry. This quiz will help you understand essential concepts such as apexogenesis, avulsed teeth, and behavior management strategies within pediatric dental care.