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_________ is a neural disorder or loss of motor function caused by brain damage.
_________ is a neural disorder or loss of motor function caused by brain damage.
cerebral palsy
A child's actual age is the?
A child's actual age is the?
chronologic age
________ is the process of being independent.
________ is the process of being independent.
autonomy
A tooth that has been torn away or dislodged by force is said to be?
A tooth that has been torn away or dislodged by force is said to be?
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________ is a disorder caused by a chromosomal defect.
________ is a disorder caused by a chromosomal defect.
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_______ is a type of involuntary movement of the body, face, arms, and legs.
_______ is a type of involuntary movement of the body, face, arms, and legs.
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________ occurs when teeth are displaced from the socket as a result of an injury.
________ occurs when teeth are displaced from the socket as a result of an injury.
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When a tooth has been pushed into the socket as a result of an injury, it is?
When a tooth has been pushed into the socket as a result of an injury, it is?
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The _______ is a type of matrix used for primary teeth.
The _______ is a type of matrix used for primary teeth.
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______ means to dislocate.
______ means to dislocate.
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The child's _______ is his or her level of intellectual capacity and development.
The child's _______ is his or her level of intellectual capacity and development.
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The _________ is a system designed to evaluate behavior.
The _________ is a system designed to evaluate behavior.
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The specialty of dentistry concerned with the infant through adolescent and the special needs patient is?
The specialty of dentistry concerned with the infant through adolescent and the special needs patient is?
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_________ is a disorder in which an individual's intelligence is underdeveloped.
_________ is a disorder in which an individual's intelligence is underdeveloped.
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_______ is a concept of office design used in pediatric dental practices.
_______ is a concept of office design used in pediatric dental practices.
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A _________ is a type of restraining device used to hold hands, arms, and legs still.
A _________ is a type of restraining device used to hold hands, arms, and legs still.
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A ________ is a dental procedure in which the coronal portion of the dental pulp is removed.
A ________ is a dental procedure in which the coronal portion of the dental pulp is removed.
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What is unique about the treatment area of a pediatric practice?
What is unique about the treatment area of a pediatric practice?
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Describe the type of patient seen in a pediatric practice.
Describe the type of patient seen in a pediatric practice.
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What are you describing when you say that a child is 10 years old but acts like a 7-year-old?
What are you describing when you say that a child is 10 years old but acts like a 7-year-old?
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At what stage of life does a child first want control of and structure in his or her environment?
At what stage of life does a child first want control of and structure in his or her environment?
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How would Dr. Frankl describe a positive child?
How would Dr. Frankl describe a positive child?
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Another name for Down Syndrome is?
Another name for Down Syndrome is?
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At what age should a child first see a dentist for a regular examination?
At what age should a child first see a dentist for a regular examination?
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If a patient has a high risk of decay, how often should radiographs be taken?
If a patient has a high risk of decay, how often should radiographs be taken?
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How is fluoride varnish prescribed for children with a high decay rate?
How is fluoride varnish prescribed for children with a high decay rate?
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What procedure is recommended to protect the pits and fissures of posterior teeth?
What procedure is recommended to protect the pits and fissures of posterior teeth?
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If you are a competitive swimmer, is it recommended that you wear a mouth guard?
If you are a competitive swimmer, is it recommended that you wear a mouth guard?
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What matrices are used on primary teeth?
What matrices are used on primary teeth?
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In children, which teeth are most frequently injured?
In children, which teeth are most frequently injured?
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When a tooth is avulsed, it has?
When a tooth is avulsed, it has?
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How does the dentist stabilize a tooth after an injury?
How does the dentist stabilize a tooth after an injury?
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Who in the dental office is legally required to report child abuse?
Who in the dental office is legally required to report child abuse?
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What could be a possible sign of child abuse?
What could be a possible sign of child abuse?
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What organization should be contacted if someone suspects child abuse?
What organization should be contacted if someone suspects child abuse?
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Study Notes
Pediatric Dentistry Key Concepts
- Cerebral Palsy: A neural disorder caused by brain damage, resulting in a loss of motor function.
- Chronologic Age: The actual age of a child.
- Autonomy: The process of developing independence.
- Avulsed Tooth: A tooth that has been torn away or dislodged due to external force.
- Down Syndrome: A disorder caused by a chromosomal defect, also known as Trisomy 21.
- Athetosis: Involuntary movements occurring in the body, face, arms, and legs.
- Extrusion: Displacement of teeth from the socket due to injury.
- Intrusion: A tooth that has been pushed into the socket resulting from an injury.
- T-band: A matrix specifically used for primary teeth.
- Luxation: The term that refers to the dislocation of a tooth.
- Mental Age: The level of intellectual capacity and development of a child.
- Frankl Scale: A system used to evaluate behavior in pediatric dental settings.
- Pediatric Dentistry: Specialty focused on infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special needs.
- Mentally Challenged: A term describing individuals with underdeveloped intelligence.
- Open Bay Concept: An office design used in pediatric dental practices to create a welcoming and cheerful environment.
- Papoose Board: A restraining device used to keep a child's hands, arms, and legs still during a procedure.
- Pulpotomy: A dental procedure involving the removal of the coronal portion of the dental pulp.
Pediatric Practice Procedures and Recommendations
- Unique Treatment Areas: Pediatric dental practices often feature open bay designs and cheerful themes.
- Patient Demographics: Practitioners see infants, children, adolescents, and children with special needs.
- Emotional Age Comparison: Refers to when a child's behavior does not match their chronologic age, such as a 10-year-old behaving like a 7-year-old.
- Developmental Milestones: By age two, children start seeking control and structure in their environment.
- Positive Child Behavior (Dr. Frankl's Description): Children showing willingness to accept treatment, follow directions, and comply with procedures.
Clinical Guidelines and Best Practices
- First Dental Visit: Recommended at age two for regular examinations.
- Radiograph Frequency for High Risk Decay: Every six months for patients with high decay risk.
- Fluoride Varnish Administration: Prescribed as prescription fluoride for children prone to cavities.
- Protection Against Decay: Sealants are recommended for safeguarding the pits and fissures of posterior teeth.
- Mouth Guard for Swimmers: Not recommended for competitive swimmers.
- Matrix Types for Primary Teeth: T-band and spot welded matrices are preferable.
- Injury Prevalence: Maxillary anterior teeth are the most commonly injured in children.
Emergency Responses and Reporting
- Avulsed Tooth Status: Indicates the tooth has completely come out of the mouth.
- Tooth Stabilization Post-Injury: Achieved by using a temporary splint by the dentist.
- Mandatory Reporting: Dentists are legally required to report suspected child abuse.
- Signs of Child Abuse: May include chipped or fractured teeth, bruises, or scars on lips or tongue.
- Reporting Child Abuse: Contact Child Protective Services or relevant Public Health Department organizations.
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Test your understanding of key terms and definitions in Pediatric Dentistry with these flashcards. The focus is on crucial concepts such as neural disorders, child development, and dental terminology. Perfect for students aiming to enhance their knowledge in this critical field.
