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What is the goal of hard-tissue assessment?
What is the goal of hard-tissue assessment?
To recognize and document signs of dental caries, acquired tooth damage, and developmental anomalies to optimize patient care.
Which of the following is true regarding electronic charting? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following is true regarding electronic charting? (Select all that apply)
Humans have two sets of natural teeth, commonly referred to as primary and __________ dentitions.
Humans have two sets of natural teeth, commonly referred to as primary and __________ dentitions.
permanent
What are the classifications of teeth based on surface?
What are the classifications of teeth based on surface?
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Which type of caries is observed in children under the age of 5?
Which type of caries is observed in children under the age of 5?
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What is dental caries?
What is dental caries?
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What is an example of an open-ended question you would ask a client?
What is an example of an open-ended question you would ask a client?
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What is considered a common cause of acquired tooth damage?
What is considered a common cause of acquired tooth damage?
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Enamel hypoplasia is related to abnormal enamel formation.
Enamel hypoplasia is related to abnormal enamel formation.
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Match the types of dental anomalies with their descriptions:
Match the types of dental anomalies with their descriptions:
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What are parafunctional habits?
What are parafunctional habits?
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Malocclusion refers to a perfect alignment of teeth.
Malocclusion refers to a perfect alignment of teeth.
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Study Notes
Introduction to Hard-Tissue Assessment
- Purpose: Evaluate if a patient’s teeth are biologically sound and functional.
- Key goals: Identify and document signs of dental caries, tooth damage, and anomalies for improved patient care.
Dental Charting
- Defined as the graphical documentation of dental health on a specific date.
- Incorporates clinical, radiographic assessments, and patient-reported symptoms.
- Odontogram used to document tooth conditions and restorations.
Electronic Charting
- Advantages include space efficiency, easy retrieval, and integration of digital imagery.
- Disadvantages involve high costs, training difficulties, infection control concerns, and time management issues.
Tooth Classification
- Two natural sets of teeth:
- Primary dentition: Up to 20 teeth (5 per quadrant).
- Permanent dentition: 32 teeth (8 per quadrant).
Quadrant and Sextant Classification
- Quadrant classification: 5 to 8 teeth per quadrant based on dentition type.
- Sextant classification: Divides mouth into sections, each containing incisors/canines and posterior teeth.
Tooth Surface Classification
- Root divided into apical, middle, and cervical thirds.
- Crown divided into gingival, middle, and incisal/occlusal thirds, with additional vertical divisions.
Patient Symptom Assessment
- Encourage sharing details about pain location, duration, and characteristics.
- Importance of open-ended questions to gather symptom information, crucial for diagnosis.
Tooth Assessment and Caries Detection
- Techniques: Direct visual examination, transillumination, tactile examination, radiographic evaluation, and patient symptom evaluation.
Acquired Tooth Damage
- Defined as loss of integrity of the tooth, primarily due to dental caries, attrition, abrasion, erosion, and fractures.
Dental Caries Overview
- Multifactorial disease primarily caused by bacterial action on carbohydrates affecting mineralized tissues.
- Common sites for caries development: pits, fissures, interproximal contacts, and recession areas.
Types of Dental Caries
- Early Childhood Caries: Occurring in children under 5.
- Rampant Caries: Rapid decay requiring urgent treatment.
- Chronic Caries: Slow decay process needing intervention.
- Arrested Caries: Reversal of decay through remineralization.
- Recurrent Caries: New caries occurring around restorations.
Caries Classification
- Black Classification: Categorizes caries into six classes.
- Complexity Classification: Differentiates based on the number of surfaces involved (simple, compound, complex).
Caries Detection Methods
- Visual assessment focusing on location, color, and texture, complemented by radiographic techniques (e.g., bitewing, periapical).
- Emerging technologies like intraoral cameras are gaining traction.
Pulpal Damage and Endodontics
- Pulpal damage usually arises from bacterial infection or trauma, potentially leading to abscess formation.
- Endodontics specializes in managing dental pulp and surrounding tissues.
Developmental Anomalies
- Tooth anomalies result from congenital or hereditary defects.
- Examples include Dentinogenesis Imperfecta, variations in tooth number, and irregularities in tooth tissue.
Dentition Charting
- Initial assessment documented in a dental chart, updated regularly.
- A systematic approach may ensure all areas of the dentition are evaluated.
Common Abnormalities
- Number of Teeth: Conditions like hyperdontia, hypodontia, and fusion.
- Whole Tooth Anomalies: Conditions like macrodontia and microdontia.
- Enamel Formation Issues: Includes enamel dysplasia, hypoplasia, and dental fluorosis.
Occlusion
- Defined as the contact relationship between maxillary and mandibular teeth when the jaws are closed.
- Centric occlusion and relation of teeth are essential for overall dental health.
Malocclusion Types
- Classifications indicate deviations in the relationship of teeth:
- Class I: Malrelationships seen in overcrowding or occlusal issues.
- Class II: Characterized by a retrognathic profile with variations in the position of incisors.
- Class III: Features reverse relationships between maxillary and mandibular teeth.
Occlusal Concepts
- Primary occlusion assessed via terminal plane relationships.
- Flush terminal, mesial step, and distal step indicate normal primary tooth alignment.
Parafunctional Habits
- Include clenching, bruxism, and thumb sucking, which can adversely affect dental health.
Trauma from Occlusion
- Primary Trauma: Arises from excessive force on healthy periodontium.
- Secondary Trauma: Occurs from normal forces impacting a weakened periodontium, often due to disease.
Summary
- A thorough understanding of dental hard tissue assessment, charting, and classifications is critical for diagnosing and managing dental health effectively.
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Explore the critical aspects of hard-tissue assessment and dental charting in Chapter 17. This quiz will cover the recognition and documentation of various dental issues including caries, damage, and anomalies essential for patient care. Evaluate your understanding of these key concepts in dental health.
