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What is the main focus of operative dentistry?
What is the main focus of operative dentistry?
Why is it important for students to have critical thinking skills in operative dentistry exams?
Why is it important for students to have critical thinking skills in operative dentistry exams?
What does operative dentistry aim to accomplish with lost tissues?
What does operative dentistry aim to accomplish with lost tissues?
What is the purpose of using a Dental explorer in operative dentistry?
What is the purpose of using a Dental explorer in operative dentistry?
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Why is it essential for students to bring their logbooks to every lab session in operative dentistry?
Why is it essential for students to bring their logbooks to every lab session in operative dentistry?
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What is NOT included in the objectives of operative dentistry?
What is NOT included in the objectives of operative dentistry?
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Why do students need to use critical thinking skills in answering some exam questions related to operative dentistry?
Why do students need to use critical thinking skills in answering some exam questions related to operative dentistry?
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What is the primary purpose of classifying cavity preparations?
What is the primary purpose of classifying cavity preparations?
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In the context of cavity preparation, what is the significance of the 'cavosurface angle'?
In the context of cavity preparation, what is the significance of the 'cavosurface angle'?
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Which of the following terms refers to the angle formed by the intersection of three prepared cavity walls?
Which of the following terms refers to the angle formed by the intersection of three prepared cavity walls?
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According to the Si.Sta classification system, what does the abbreviation 'Si' stand for?
According to the Si.Sta classification system, what does the abbreviation 'Si' stand for?
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Which of the following statements about the International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) is correct?
Which of the following statements about the International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) is correct?
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In the context of cavity preparation, what is the primary function of the 'external line angle'?
In the context of cavity preparation, what is the primary function of the 'external line angle'?
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Which of the following statements about cavity preparation nomenclature is correct?
Which of the following statements about cavity preparation nomenclature is correct?
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According to the information provided, what is the primary purpose of the 'internal line angle' in cavity preparation?
According to the information provided, what is the primary purpose of the 'internal line angle' in cavity preparation?
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Study Notes
Classification of Cavity Preparation
- International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) is a classification system for cavity preparation.
- Mount and Hume's Si.Sta classification is another classification system for cavity preparation.
- Important concepts in cavity preparation:
- External line angle
- Internal line angle
- Point angle
- Cavosurface angle: the angle of tooth structure formed by the junction of a prepared wall and the external surface of the tooth.
Operative Dentistry
- Scope of operative dentistry: deals with the coronal part of the tooth.
- Objectives of operative dentistry:
- Eliminate disease
- Inhibit progress
- Prevent recurrence
- Restore the tooth to normal biomechanical and esthetic functions.
- Operative dentistry is not just "drill and fill", but includes a program for control of attacking mechanism.
- Ultimate goal: restoration of the masticatory system to normal health, functional efficiency, and harmonious esthetics.
Instruments Used in Operative Dentistry
- Dental explorer
- Periodontal (graded) probe
- Round bur (low speed, sizes 0.5, 1)
- Inverted cone bur (low speed, sizes 0.5, 1)
- Fissure bur (low speed, sizes 0.5, 1)
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Description
This quiz covers the scope and objectives of operative dentistry, emphasizing the importance of learning from mistakes and employing critical thinking skills. It refers to the textbook 'Art and Science 5th edition' for some exam questions.
