38 Questions
What is the focus of the Estomatología Rehabilitadora Fija?
Fixed dental rehabilitation
Who fabricated the first known dental prosthesis?
Etruscans
What material did the Etruscans use for dental implants?
Conch shells
What was the primary treatment for infections in ancient Egypt?
Administration of medications
What was believed to be the cause of dental diseases in ancient Mesopotamia?
Worms
What is the title of the ancient Egyptian dentist mentioned in the text?
The Greatest of Medical Doctors
In which museum is the wooden fragment of Hesy-Ra's tomb exhibited?
The Cairo Museum
What is the approximate date of the wooden fragment exhibited in the Cairo Museum?
3000 BC
What was used to create the first complete prosthesis?
Porcelain
What was used to hold isolated porcelain teeth in place?
A clavo with gold or silver bases
Where was the first fixed dental prosthesis found?
Teotihuacán
What was used by the Etruscan civilization to create dental appliances?
Gold
What is the oldest known dental prosthesis made of?
Gold and boar teeth
What was used to create early European dentures?
Bone or ivory
Who is credited with creating the first dental crowns?
Japanese
When did Central and Northern Europe begin creating dental prostheses?
The 15th century
What is a key benefit of fixed dental prostheses?
They help preserve bone structure
How long can a fixed dental prosthesis last?
15 to 25 years
What is a major drawback of fixed dental prostheses?
They are expensive
Why might a patient not be able to opt for a fixed dental prosthesis?
If they have excessive bone loss
What may be necessary for some patients before receiving a fixed dental prosthesis?
Bone grafting
What has been the outcome of the development of fixed dental prostheses?
Significant improvement in dental health
What is the main goal of researching new materials for simulating dental enamel?
To reduce the risk of rejection and allergic reactions
What is a major advantage of fixed dental prosthetics over removable ones?
They do not need periodic adjustments
What is the purpose of a fixed dental prosthesis?
To replace one or more missing teeth
What is a characteristic of zirconium as a material for dental prosthetics?
It is highly compatible with the human body
What is a type of fixed dental prosthesis?
Dental implant
What is a benefit of fixed dental prosthetics in terms of hygiene?
They require the same care as natural teeth
What is an advantage of fixed dental prosthetics in terms of aesthetics?
They can be made to match the color of natural teeth
What is a benefit of fixed dental prosthetics in terms of comfort?
They can feel like natural teeth
What was the material used to fabricate a denture in England in 1795?
Hippopotamus ivory
Why were dentures made of hippopotamus ivory expensive?
Because they were only available to the royalty and high classes
What was used to hold animal teeth in place in ancient civilizations?
Gold bands
When did the use of ivory and wood to create teeth and crowns begin?
65 a.C.
Why were ivory and wood chosen as materials for dentures?
Because they resembled the natural color of teeth
When did the technique of making dentures improve significantly in Asian countries?
Mediados del siglo XVII
What was used to make crowns in China and Japan?
Splints
When did experimentation with new materials for dentures begin?
Fin del siglo XVIII
Learn about the history of Estomatología Rehabilitadora Fija, its scientific advancements, and types of treatments and instruments used in fixed rehabilitation. Understand the evolution of dental prosthetics and its current state.
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