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What should a dentist visually observe to determine the extent of a fracture?
What should a dentist visually observe to determine the extent of a fracture?
What should a dentist evaluate stained permanent incisors for?
What should a dentist evaluate stained permanent incisors for?
What is important in fabricating a mouth guard from an impression of the dental arch?
What is important in fabricating a mouth guard from an impression of the dental arch?
What should a dentist determine to assess dental injuries?
What should a dentist determine to assess dental injuries?
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What should a dentist appraise a fractured incisor using?
What should a dentist appraise a fractured incisor using?
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Study Notes
Assessing Dental Injuries
- To determine the extent of a fracture, a dentist should visually observe the extent of the crack, the location of the crack, and the depth of the crack.
- A dentist should evaluate stained permanent incisors for evidence of non-vitality or pulpal pathology.
- In fabricating a mouth guard from an impression of the dental arch, it is important to accurately capture the dimensions and morphology of the arch.
- To assess dental injuries, a dentist should determine the extent of tooth structure loss, enamel cracks, and pulp vitality.
- A dentist should appraise a fractured incisor using a combination of visual examination, radiographs, and pulp testing to assess pulp vitality and tooth structure integrity.
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Test your knowledge of dental injury prevention, assessment, and treatment with this quiz. Learn about recognizing factors associated with incisor fractures, fabricating splinting devices for avulsed teeth, and the importance of mouth guards in preventing dental injuries.