Dental Extraction Complications

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What happens if you leave fine interseptal bone after extracting multiple adjacent teeth?

The patient will heal quickly and without issues.

The bone will dissolve on its own without any complications.

The bone will stimulate the growth of new teeth.

The patient will experience delayed healing and tongue irritation. (correct)

Why does the patient experience tongue irritation after multiple adjacent teeth extraction?

Because of the slow healing process.

Due to the patient's sensitive tongue.

Due to the smooth surface of the interseptal bone.

Because of the sharp edges of the interseptal bone. (correct)

What is the consequence of not addressing the fine interseptal bone after extraction?

The patient will have a higher risk of infection.

The patient will experience delayed healing and tongue irritation. (correct)

The patient will experience accelerated healing.

The patient will not notice any difference.

What is the primary reason for removing fine interseptal bone after extracting multiple adjacent teeth?

To prevent delayed healing and tongue irritation. Signup and view all the answers

What type of bone is left after extracting multiple adjacent teeth?

Fine interseptal bone Signup and view all the answers

What do retractors resemble?

Periosteal elevators Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between retractors and periosteal elevators?

Sharpness of the ends Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using retractors?

To retract the cheek Signup and view all the answers

What type of suture is stainless steel?

Monofilament Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of periosteal elevators?

They have sharp ends Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of monofilament suture?

Polyfilament Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the use of retractors?

They are used for oral procedures Signup and view all the answers

In what cavity are monofilament sutures rarely indicated?

Oral cavity Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Howath's elevator?

To elevate the mucoperiostal flap Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for plain gut suture?

Chromic gut Signup and view all the answers

Where is the end of Howath's elevator placed?

Under the mucoperiostal flap Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of monofilament sutures?

Single strand structure Signup and view all the answers

What action does Howath's elevator perform?

It pulls the mucoperiostal flap away Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Howath's elevator and the underlying bone?

It pulls the mucoperiostal flap away from the underlying bone Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the end of Howath's elevator?

To pull the mucoperiostal flap away Signup and view all the answers

What is the material used to make Vicryl?

Polylactine 910 Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between Vicryl and Vicryl Rapid?

Vicryl Rapid is treated with gamma radiation Signup and view all the answers

Why is Vicryl sometimes dyed?

To improve its visibility in the patient's mouth Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of gamma radiation on Vicryl Rapid?

It increases its resorption rate Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of coating Vicryl?

It has better properties Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tooth Extraction Complications

Leaving fine interseptal bone after extracting multiple adjacent teeth can lead to delayed healing and tongue irritation due to sharp bone edges.

Howath's Elevator

Used to elevate mucoperiostal flaps by placing the end under the flap and gently pulling it away from the underlying bone.

Retractors

Similar to periosteal elevators but with non-sharp ends, used to retract the cheek.

Sutures

Monofilament sutures: made of materials like plain or chromic gut, nylon, or stainless steel.
Polylactine 910 is used to make sutures, available in two forms:
- Vicryl
- Vicryl rapide: treated with gamma radiation, increasing resorption rate by 50% compared to regular Vicryl.

Suture Coatings and Dye

Sutures may be coated or non-coated for better properties.
Dyed sutures (pink or purple) improve visibility in the patient's mouth.

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Learn about the potential issues that can arise after extracting multiple adjacent teeth, including delayed healing and irritation to the tongue due to sharp bone.