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What is a common reason for tooth extraction?
What is a common reason for tooth extraction?
- Severe dental caries or infection (correct)
- Minimal gum disease
- Healthy teeth alignment
- Excessive wisdom teeth growth
When might a tooth extraction be necessary in preparation for orthodontic treatment?
When might a tooth extraction be necessary in preparation for orthodontic treatment?
- When the tooth has minimal plaque buildup
- When the tooth is healthy and strong
- When there is insufficient space for wisdom teeth (correct)
- When the tooth is perfectly aligned
What condition may indicate the need for tooth extraction?
What condition may indicate the need for tooth extraction?
- Teeth in the fracture line (correct)
- Perfectly aligned teeth
- Healthy gum tissue
- Minimal tooth wear
What is a potential reason for removing a diseased tooth?
What is a potential reason for removing a diseased tooth?
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What is a dental bone graft used for?
What is a dental bone graft used for?
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What is the purpose of a dental implant?
What is the purpose of a dental implant?
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What does decay refer to in dentistry?
What does decay refer to in dentistry?
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What is dry socket in dental terms?
What is dry socket in dental terms?
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What does an apicoectomy involve?
What does an apicoectomy involve?
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What is the purpose of local anesthetic in dentistry?
What is the purpose of local anesthetic in dentistry?
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