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Oral Surgery Instruments and Terminology Quiz

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What is the function of a periosteal elevator?

To reflect the mucoperiosteal flap (correct)

To remove fractured root tips

To hold and manipulate curved needles

To raise the tongue during surgery

When is the scalpel used in oral surgery?

To hold and manipulate curved needles

To reflect the mucoperiosteal flap

To incise the skin or mucosa (correct)

To remove fractured root tips

Which instrument is used to remove fractured root tips?

Straight Elevator

Cryer Elevator

Ankylosis Elevator

Apexo Elevator (correct)

What does a tongue retractor do?

Allows the tongue to comfortably rest behind the tongue guard Signup and view all the answers

In which type of extraction is the Cryer Elevator used?

Surgical extraction of lower third molar Signup and view all the answers

'Ankylosis' in dental terminology refers to:

A tooth not fully erupted into occlusion Signup and view all the answers

Which instrument is used for the extraction of impacted third molars or luxation of any tooth prior to extraction?

Apexo Elevator Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a mucoperiosteal flap in oral surgery?

To reflect the flap during surgery Signup and view all the answers

When is the crossbar handle instrument used in oral surgery?

For removal of a root of a molar after the other root has been removed with the straight elevator Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a periosteal elevator in oral surgery?

To reflect the flap during surgery Signup and view all the answers

'Ankylosis' in dental terminology refers to:

A condition where a tooth is not fully erupted into occlusion Signup and view all the answers

In which type of extraction is the Cryer Elevator used?

Surgical extraction of lower third molar Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Oral Surgery Instruments

A periosteal elevator is used to reflect mucoperiosteal flaps and to elevate the periosteum from the bone.

Extraction Techniques

A scalpel is used in oral surgery to make incisions in soft tissue.

Root Tip Removal

A apical elevator is used to remove fractured root tips.

Tongue Retraction

A tongue retractor is used to retract the tongue and provide clear access to the operating site.

Extraction of Impacted Teeth

The Cryer Elevator is used in the extraction of impacted teeth, specifically in lingual split technique.
The Cryer Elevator is used in the extraction of roots or teeth that are positioned high in the ramus.

Ankylosis

In dental terminology, 'Ankylosis' refers to the fusion of a tooth to the surrounding bone, eliminating the periodontal ligament.

Extraction of Impacted Third Molars

A luxator or an apical elevator is used for the extraction of impacted third molars or luxation of any tooth prior to extraction.

Mucoperiosteal Flap

The function of a mucoperiosteal flap in oral surgery is to provide access to the underlying bone and to aid in the retraction of soft tissue.

Crossbar Handle Instrument

The crossbar handle instrument is used in oral surgery to apply force and leverage during extractions, particularly when a tooth is sectioned.

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Test your knowledge of oral surgery instruments and terminology with this quiz. Learn about extraction forceps, elevators, and other tools used in oral surgery procedures.