Oral Surgery Procedures Quiz

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During preoperative assessment, what is essential to obtain from the patient?

A verbal confirmation of the prognosis

A brief medical history

A signed consent form (correct)

A list of the patient's medications

What is the purpose of a periodontal examination prior to surgery?

To assess the need for sedation

To identify periodontal pockets and perform scaling and/or root planing if necessary (correct)

To evaluate the need for root end filling

To determine the type of anesthesia to use

What instruction should be given to patients taking sedation?

They should take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication one hour before the procedure

They should not eat for 12 hours before the procedure

They should drive themselves home after the procedure

They must bring an accompanying person (correct)

What is the purpose of a radiological examination (CBCT) prior to surgery?

To assess whether the lesion has perforated the buccal or palatal cortical plates Signup and view all the answers

What post-surgical care instruction should be given to patients?

They should rinse with chlorhexidine (0.12– 0.2%) for at least 2 to 3 days after surgery Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of injecting local anesthetic carpule into oral tissues prior to surgery?

To achieve anesthesia and hemostasis Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of poor hemostasis during surgery?

Impaired vision of the surgical site Signup and view all the answers

What is the concentration of epinephrine most effective in vasoconstriction?

1:50,000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of rebound from α to β response during hemostasis?

Rebound phenomenon Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to inject additional local anesthetic into the soft tissue in the immediate area of surgery?

To achieve hemostasis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of cortical trephination in endodontic surgery?

To release accumulated inflammatory and infective tissue exudate Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial aspect of preoperative assessment in endodontic surgery?

Evaluating the patient's medical condition Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of profound local anesthesia in endodontic surgery?

To ensure patient comfort during the procedure Signup and view all the answers

What is an important consideration during the management of hard tissues in periradicular surgery?

Access to the root structure Signup and view all the answers

What is a contraindication to endodontic surgery?

Patient medical condition Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of endodontic surgery?

To retain the tooth by removing causative agents of periradicular pathosis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an indication for endodontic surgery?

Success of non-surgical treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for performing a biopsy in endodontic surgery?

To diagnose periradicular pathosis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an anatomic variation that may require endodontic surgery?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of successful endodontic surgery?

Restoration of the periodontium to a state of biologic and functional health Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus when placing an incision for a full mucoperiosteal flap?

Placing the incision over solid bone Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using full mucoperiosteal flaps?

Preservation of supraperiosteal vessels Signup and view all the answers

What should the extent of the horizontal incision be in relation to the tooth being treated?

Extend at least one to two teeth lateral to the tooth Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when designing a flap for periodontal surgery?

Incisions over radicular eminences Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the supraperiosteal vessels in relation to the teeth?

They assume a vertical course parallel to the long axis of teeth Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial to minimize during osseous tissue removal to prevent cellular damage?

Heat generation Signup and view all the answers

Why is a high-speed handpiece with air exhaust at the base recommended?

To reduce the risk of air embolism Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of measuring the entire tooth length with a file on a preoperative radiograph?

To locate the root apex Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of probing the bone forcibly during preoperative assessment?

To identify small defects in the cortical plate Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of placing a piece of lead sheet or gutta-percha in a small defect and radiographing it?

To identify the root apex Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of a thorough medical history during preoperative assessment in endodontic surgery?

To identify potential systemic complications Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a critical aspect of periodontal examination prior to endodontic surgery?

Evaluating the presence of periodontal pockets Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of administering a sedative to patients undergoing endodontic surgery?

To reduce anxiety and promote relaxation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using CBCT radiological examination in endodontic surgery?

It provides a three-dimensional image of the affected tooth Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of post-surgical care instructions in endodontic surgery?

To minimize post-operative complications Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of injecting local anesthetic into the nasopalatine nerve during endodontic surgery?

To anesthetize the palatal tissues Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consequence of poor hemostasis during endodontic surgery?

Increased risk of bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using profound local anesthesia in endodontic surgery?

It provides more effective pain control Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a preoperative radiological examination in endodontic surgery?

To identify potential complications Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration during the management of hard tissues in periradicular surgery?

Preserving the integrity of the surrounding bone Signup and view all the answers