Dental Trauma Management
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What is the primary objective of a semirigid splint in tooth replantation?

  • To allow for physiologic movement of the tooth during healing (correct)
  • To facilitate traumatic occlusion
  • To impinge on the gingiva
  • To prevent ankylosis

    • Why is a systemic antibiotic prescribed during the emergency visit?

  • To reduce the effectiveness of collagenase
  • To promote periodontal ligament regeneration
  • To facilitate endodontic treatment
  • To prevent bacterial invasion of the necrotic pulp (correct)

    • What is the recommended duration of semirigid splinting for avulsion and alveolar fractures?

  • 2 to 4 weeks
  • 1 week
  • 4 to 8 weeks (correct)
  • 1 to 2 weeks

    • What is the purpose of suturing soft tissue lacerations of the socket gingiva?

    <p>To clean the wound thoroughly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is tetracycline prescribed as an adjunctive therapy?

    <p>To decrease root resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended method of tooth replantation?

    <p>Using manual pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of avulsion management?

    <p>To minimize periodontal ligament damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for an immature tooth with lateral luxation injury?

    <p>Follow-up for signs of revascularization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of radiograph verification after tooth replantation?

    <p>To verify the position of the tooth and as a reference for follow-up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consequence of pulp damage due to laxative injuries?

    <p>Pulp canal obliteration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to adjust the bite after tooth replantation?

    <p>To prevent traumatic occlusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended storage medium for an avulsed tooth?

    <p>Hank's Balanced Salt Solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of emergency management at the accident site for an avulsed tooth?

    <p>To replace the tooth in the socket or partly into the socket</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for a mature tooth with intrusion injury?

    <p>Root canal treatment 2-3 weeks after repositioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor affecting treatment planning for avulsed teeth?

    <p>Extraoral time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of adjunctive therapy in avulsion management?

    <p>To reduce inflammation and promote regeneration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the optimal extraoral dry time for tooth replantation, resulting in periodontal healing?

    <p>15-20 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of gentle saline rinsing during socket preparation?

    <p>Removing debris and reducing inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for an open apex with an extraoral dry time of less than 60 minutes?

    <p>Soaking in doxycycline for 5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of managing traumatic injuries to teeth?

    <p>To prevent pulpal necrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of removing the periodontal ligament in tooth replantation?

    <p>To prevent inflammatory response and promote healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of using enamel matrix protein (Emdogain) in tooth replantation?

    <p>It makes the root more resistant to resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a critical factor in determining the treatment plan for traumatic injuries?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for a closed apex with an extraoral dry time of more than 60 minutes?

    <p>Removing the periodontal ligament and soaking in fluoride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key goal of endodontic treatment in managing traumatic injuries?

    <p>To prevent infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a recommended reading material for understanding traumatic injuries?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of repositioning the collapsed alveolar bone in socket preparation?

    <p>To create space for the replanted tooth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of gentle suctioning of the blood clot in socket preparation?

    <p>To remove debris and reduce inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of soft tissue management in traumatic injuries?

    <p>To manage swelling and edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key concept in managing traumatised immature teeth?

    <p>Apex closure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of tooth replantation in traumatic injuries?

    <p>To preserve the natural tooth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a critical aspect of avulsion management?

    <p>Timing of treatment initiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the second visit in avulsion management?

    <p>Focus on the prevention of bone and root resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for an open apex with an extraoral dry time of less than 60 minutes?

    <p>Root canal treatment with an intracanal medicament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of ankylosis in avulsion sequelae?

    <p>Replacement of cementum and dentin by bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary diagnostic challenge in cracks and fractures?

    <p>Symptoms may be present for several months before an accurate diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using dyes, such as methylene blue, in the diagnosis of cracks and fractures?

    <p>To aid in the detection of cracks and fractures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a tooth with inflammatory resorption?

    <p>Radiographic appearance of a bowl shape resorptive area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of transillumination in the diagnosis of cracks and fractures?

    <p>To aid in the detection of cracks and fractures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of RCT with an intracanal medicament in avulsion management?

    <p>To shut down the inflammatory response</p> Signup and view all the answers

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