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What is the main focus of the course on dental terminology?
What is the main focus of the course on dental terminology?
What is dentistry primarily involved in?
What is dentistry primarily involved in?
How many medical personnel in ancient Egypt were recognized as dentists?
How many medical personnel in ancient Egypt were recognized as dentists?
What are doctors who practice dentistry known as?
What are doctors who practice dentistry known as?
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What can a licensed dentist do by nature of their general training?
What can a licensed dentist do by nature of their general training?
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Who is considered the earliest recorded dentist in the world?
Who is considered the earliest recorded dentist in the world?
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Apart from being the chief of dentists, what other role did Hesyre hold?
Apart from being the chief of dentists, what other role did Hesyre hold?
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Which department is responsible for dental restorations, crowns, and bridges?
Which department is responsible for dental restorations, crowns, and bridges?
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What type of therapy involves treating gum-related issues?
What type of therapy involves treating gum-related issues?
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Which department is responsible for oral and maxillofacial surgery?
Which department is responsible for oral and maxillofacial surgery?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Dental Terminology
- The main focus of the course on dental terminology is to understand the language and concepts used in the field of dentistry.
Overview of Dentistry
- Dentistry is primarily involved in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting the teeth, gums, and other structures of the mouth.
- Doctors who practice dentistry are known as dentists.
History of Dentistry
- In ancient Egypt, there were a small number of medical personnel recognized as dentists, specifically trained to handle dental-related issues.
- The earliest recorded dentist in the world is Hesyre, who lived in ancient Egypt around 2600 BCE.
- Apart from being the chief of dentists, Hesyre also held the role of a high-ranking official in the Egyptian royal court.
Dental Specialties
- A licensed dentist, by nature of their general training, can perform a wide range of dental procedures, including routine check-ups, fillings, and extractions.
- The department responsible for dental restorations, crowns, and bridges is known as prosthodontics.
- Periodontal therapy involves treating gum-related issues, such as gum disease and gum recession.
- The department responsible for oral and maxillofacial surgery performs procedures related to the mouth, jaws, and face.
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Test your knowledge of dental terminology and specialties with this quiz designed to familiarize students with common dental vocabulary and different dental specialties. Get a head start in the dental program and recognize the importance of dental terminology.
