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What is a common reason for the surgical removal of impacted teeth?
What is a common reason for the surgical removal of impacted teeth?
- Removal of teeth for orthodontic treatment (correct)
- Preprosthesis surgery to smooth and contour the alveolar ridge
- Treatment of fractures of the mandible or maxilla
- Removal of root fragments
Which procedure is not an indication for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
Which procedure is not an indication for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
- Surgery to alter the size or shape of the facial bones
- Salivary gland surgery
- Dental implant placement (correct)
- Extraction of nonvital teeth
Which procedure falls under the reconstructive aspect of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
Which procedure falls under the reconstructive aspect of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
- Cleft lip and cleft palate repairs (correct)
- Extraction of decayed teeth that cannot be restored
- Biopsy
- Removal of cysts and tumors
What is a primary reason for performing surgery on the temporomandibular joint?
What is a primary reason for performing surgery on the temporomandibular joint?
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What type of surgery is indicated for smoothing and contouring the alveolar ridge?
What type of surgery is indicated for smoothing and contouring the alveolar ridge?
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Indications for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Common reason for surgical removal of impacted teeth: infection, pain, or cyst/tumor formation
Procedures in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Procedure that is not an indication for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: routine tooth extraction
Reconstructive Aspect of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Procedure that falls under reconstructive aspect: bone grafting
Temporomandibular Joint Surgery
- Primary reason for performing surgery on the temporomandibular joint: to treat severe pain and limited jaw function due to degenerative joint disease
Alveolar Ridge Surgery
- Type of surgery indicated for smoothing and contouring the alveolar ridge: alveoloplasty
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