Dental Hygiene: Coronal Polishing Quiz

False (B)

Sensitive teeth

crowns

<p>To remove plaque and extrinsic stains from the coronal surfaces of the teeth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>fulcrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Coronal polishing = Removal of plaque and stains from tooth surfaces Prophy paste = Abrasive paste for polishing teeth Nasmyth's membrane = Epithelial tissue residue on newly erupted teeth Oral prophylaxis = Complete removal of calculus, debris, stain, and plaque</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tetracycline staining</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Professional and at-home bleaching (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dental fluorosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pulpless teeth = Blood and pulpal tissues break down Tetracycline antibiotics = Gray brown or dark yellow discoloration Dental fluorosis = White spots to mottled enamel Imperfect tooth development = Yellowish brown or gray brown teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

A layer of bacteria and debris that sticks to the surface of teeth.

A hardened deposit of plaque that can't be brushed off.

A technique used to remove plaque and stains from the visible surfaces of teeth.

Stains that appear on the external surfaces of teeth, often due to food or beverages.

Stains that form within the tooth structure, often caused by medications or internal factors.

Coronal polishing is ONLY used on the clinical crowns of teeth, the part that's visible in your mouth.

Coronal polishing is NOT recommended for patients with sensitive teeth because the abrasive agents can irritate them.

Coronal polishing can be used before applying dental sealants, cementing orthodontic bands, or placing a dental dam.

Coronal polishing is NOT recommended for patients with active cavities or areas of weakened enamel because it can remove more tooth structure.

A type of tooth discoloration caused by blood and pulpal tissue breakdown, often due to a dying pulp.

A greenish to brown discoloration of teeth caused by taking the antibiotic tetracycline during tooth development.

Tooth discoloration caused by excessive fluoride intake during tooth development, resulting in white spots or brown stains.

A yellowish-brown or gray-brown discoloration of teeth due to imperfect tooth development.

Gray or black discoloration around a dental filling, caused by metallic ions from the filling migrating into tooth structure.

Yellowish-green discoloration of teeth caused by prolonged jaundice or erythroblastosis fetalis.

The ability of certain substances to penetrate the tooth enamel and dentin, causing discoloration.

Stains originating from within the tooth, often caused by developmental issues or medications taken during tooth formation. These stains cannot be removed by polishing.

Stains originating from external sources, like food, drink, or tobacco. These stains can usually be removed by polishing.

A type of endogenous stain caused by excessive fluoride exposure during tooth development.

A type of endogenous stain caused by impaired enamel formation, which can be caused by various factors. It appears as pits or grooves on the tooth surface.