Dental Polishing and Patient Safety Quiz

<p>It can lead to the spread of infectious agents. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent the spread of dental aerosols and splatter. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tobacco stain. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tooth sensitivity and hypersensitivity. (A), Removal of enamel. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patients with a known communicable condition. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The presence of bacteria in the bloodstream (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patients with a prosthetic heart valve (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A problem resulting from treatment or intervention by a clinician (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Antibiotics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prosthetic joint replacement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can lead to the removal of enamel that contains protective fluoride. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It interrupts the process of enamel surface remineralization. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Apply minimal pressure and use a wet polishing agent at low speed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They have larger pulp chambers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It could result in irreversible enamel damage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Apply sufficient amount to 2-3 teeth at a time (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using cotton rolls (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>For patient comfort (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Parallel to the surface being treated (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Work in a specific logical sequence with appropriate positioning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Injury to the gingiva (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>For patients with bleeding gums (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can cause more inflammation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Polishing exposed dentin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Traumatizing the tissue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Performing it on inflamed gums (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improper polishing leads to irreversible effects (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To remove extrinsic stains from teeth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Least abrasive paste necessary to achieve desired results (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rubber cup filled with polishing agent (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Straight and aligned with the long axis of the handpiece (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has a straight shank and can be reused (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Regular fluoride toothpaste (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps control staining and improve overall oral health (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Particles that vary in shape, hardness, strength, and size (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A procedure that includes tooth polishing as defined by ADHA and AAP.

Stains occurring on the outer surfaces of teeth, commonly from chlorhexidine and tobacco.

A type of extrinsic stain caused by the mouthwash chlorhexidine.

An extrinsic stain caused by the use of tobacco products.

Invisible airborne particles generated by dental equipment during procedures.

Airborne particles that settle on surfaces, composed of polishing paste, microorganisms, and saliva.

Situations where polishing should not be done, especially with communicable diseases.

Necessity for eyewear to protect against splatter during dental procedures.

Chemicals in prophylaxis pastes that may cause eye inflammation.

The presence of bacteria in the bloodstream, often from dental procedures.

Individuals at risk include those with heart or joint conditions.

A complication caused by a clinician's actions or interventions.

Factors include damaged heart valves, prosthetic joints, and recent surgeries.

Stain removal with abrasive agents removes the protective enamel layer.

Polishing removes tiny amounts of enamel and should be minimized.

Polishing demineralized areas is contraindicated to support remineralization.

Polishing generates heat, requiring care to use wet agents and low speed.

Primary teeth have larger pulp chambers, making them more heat-sensitive.

The process of rinsing the patient during dental treatments to ensure comfort and cleanliness.

Applying paste to teeth using a flared cup while maintaining contact and a slow speed.

A dental treatment applied directly to teeth that does not require cotton rolls during application.

Custom trays used for fluoride treatments; apply mandibular tray first, then maxillary.

Rinsing the patient periodically during procedures to improve comfort and control aerosols.

Injury to gingiva from incorrect coronal polishing techniques.

Do not perform coronal polishing on patients with inflamed or bleeding gums.

Agents that can worsen inflammation during coronal polishing.

Polishing action that can cause damage to gum tissue.

Polishing of exposed cementum is not recommended.

Polishing must be avoided on exposed dentin due to sensitivity.

Gum tissue that is swollen or bleeding, indicating potential issues.

Evaluating patients for signs that prohibit coronal polishing.

Certain areas of teeth may be more prone to sensitivity due to various factors.

Clinical procedures include stain control education, scaling, and polishing.

Agents that are abrasive and vary in grit to remove stains effectively.

Polishing agents' abrasiveness depends on particle size and grit.

Technique using a rubber cup to remove stains from teeth crowns.

An air-driven tool used in polishing to apply polishing agents.

Different angles of prophy attachments, including reusable models.

The hose should align straight for neutral hand positioning.