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What should the base of the flap be wider than?
What should the base of the flap be wider than?
- The periosteum
- The buccal vestibule
- The free gingival margin (correct)
- The bone defect
In which area are vertical releasing incisions contraindicated?
In which area are vertical releasing incisions contraindicated?
- Canine eminence
- Lingual surface of the mandible
- Area of mental foramen, between mandibular first and second premolars (correct)
- Transverse incisions in the palate
What is the main advantage of a three-sided flap?
What is the main advantage of a three-sided flap?
- Limited access
- Good reapproximation of tissue to the original position (correct)
- Tension on the tissue
- Easy modification once reflected
What is the disadvantage of a semilunar flap?
What is the disadvantage of a semilunar flap?
What is the primary consideration in flap design when dealing with multiple teeth and long roots?
What is the primary consideration in flap design when dealing with multiple teeth and long roots?
Why is it important to avoid desiccation of the flap during delicate handling and manipulation?
Why is it important to avoid desiccation of the flap during delicate handling and manipulation?
Where should the lowest point of the incision for a semilunar flap be located?
Where should the lowest point of the incision for a semilunar flap be located?
Why should vertical releasing incisions not be extended beyond the depth of the muco-buccal fold?
Why should vertical releasing incisions not be extended beyond the depth of the muco-buccal fold?
What is the purpose of reflection of the mucoperiosteal flap using periosteal elevators?
What is the purpose of reflection of the mucoperiosteal flap using periosteal elevators?
When is a two-sided flap (Triangular Flap) performed?
When is a two-sided flap (Triangular Flap) performed?
What type of incision forms a Submarginal (Ochsenbein-Luebke) flap?
What type of incision forms a Submarginal (Ochsenbein-Luebke) flap?
Which type of flap does not involve marginal or interdental gingiva?
Which type of flap does not involve marginal or interdental gingiva?
What is the major disadvantage of a flap with a Y-shaped incision?
What is the major disadvantage of a flap with a Y-shaped incision?
Which type of flap is used for closure of oroantral fistula or communication by incorporating the greater palatine vessel?
Which type of flap is used for closure of oroantral fistula or communication by incorporating the greater palatine vessel?
What is a disadvantage of the Submarginal (Ochsenbein-Luebke) flap?
What is a disadvantage of the Submarginal (Ochsenbein-Luebke) flap?
Why is the Buccal Advancement Flap referred to as a three-sided flap?
Why is the Buccal Advancement Flap referred to as a three-sided flap?
In which surgical procedures of the palate is a flap with a Y-shaped incision mainly used?
In which surgical procedures of the palate is a flap with a Y-shaped incision mainly used?
What is a limitation of using the Submarginal (Ochsenbein-Luebke) flap in mandibular surgery?
What is a limitation of using the Submarginal (Ochsenbein-Luebke) flap in mandibular surgery?
What does the Palatal Transpositional Flap incorporate for closure of oroantral fistula or communication?
What does the Palatal Transpositional Flap incorporate for closure of oroantral fistula or communication?
What is a flap in the context of oral surgery?
What is a flap in the context of oral surgery?
What is the purpose of a blade number 15 in oral surgical procedures?
What is the purpose of a blade number 15 in oral surgical procedures?
How should the scalpel blade be mounted on the scalpel-handle?
How should the scalpel blade be mounted on the scalpel-handle?
What is the recommended approach for making incisions in oral surgery?
What is the recommended approach for making incisions in oral surgery?
Why should a new and sterile blade be used for each patient in oral surgery?
Why should a new and sterile blade be used for each patient in oral surgery?
What is the main component of a full mucoperiostial flap in oral surgery?
What is the main component of a full mucoperiostial flap in oral surgery?
What is the scalpel grasp recommended for maximum control and tactile sensitivity?
What is the scalpel grasp recommended for maximum control and tactile sensitivity?
What is the appropriate action if a scalpel blade's cutting edge becomes blunted intraoperatively?
What is the appropriate action if a scalpel blade's cutting edge becomes blunted intraoperatively?
What should be maintained with sutures in the context of a flap in oral surgery?
What should be maintained with sutures in the context of a flap in oral surgery?
What is the primary purpose of reflection of a full mucoperiostial flap in oral surgical procedures?
What is the primary purpose of reflection of a full mucoperiostial flap in oral surgical procedures?
Why is it important to use a sterile blade for each patient in oral surgery?
Why is it important to use a sterile blade for each patient in oral surgery?
What is a flap in the context of oral surgery?
What is a flap in the context of oral surgery?
Which tissues are typically included in a full mucoperiostial flap used in oral surgery?
Which tissues are typically included in a full mucoperiostial flap used in oral surgery?
What is the basic principle regarding the use of a scalpel blade in oral surgery incisions?
What is the basic principle regarding the use of a scalpel blade in oral surgery incisions?
What is the suitable blade number for most oral surgical procedures?
What is the suitable blade number for most oral surgical procedures?
How should the scalpel be grasped for maximum control and tactile sensitivity during incisions in oral surgery?
How should the scalpel be grasped for maximum control and tactile sensitivity during incisions in oral surgery?
What angle should the incision be made at in relation to the underlying bone in oral surgery?
What angle should the incision be made at in relation to the underlying bone in oral surgery?
What does a flap allow in the context of oral surgery?
What does a flap allow in the context of oral surgery?
How is a scalpel blade mounted on the scalpel-handle?
How is a scalpel blade mounted on the scalpel-handle?
What should be done if a scalpel blade becomes blunted during oral surgery?
What should be done if a scalpel blade becomes blunted during oral surgery?
What is the primary function of an incision in oral surgery?
What is the primary function of an incision in oral surgery?
Why is it important to use a new and sterile blade for each patient in oral surgery?
Why is it important to use a new and sterile blade for each patient in oral surgery?
What is the advantage of using the spore of Bacillus stearothermophilus to test the reliability of heat sterilization?
What is the advantage of using the spore of Bacillus stearothermophilus to test the reliability of heat sterilization?
What is a disadvantage of using dry heat sterilization?
What is a disadvantage of using dry heat sterilization?
Which type of steam sterilizer is primarily used to process laboratory media, water, and nonporous articles?
Which type of steam sterilizer is primarily used to process laboratory media, water, and nonporous articles?
What is an advantage of using an autoclave for sterilization?
What is an advantage of using an autoclave for sterilization?
What is the purpose of using a biological indicator in sterilization monitoring?
What is the purpose of using a biological indicator in sterilization monitoring?
What is the primary function of presoaking instruments in a presoak solution?
What is the primary function of presoaking instruments in a presoak solution?
What is the advantage of using ethylene oxide for sterilization?
What is the advantage of using ethylene oxide for sterilization?
What are autoclave tapes primarily used for in the context of instrument sterilization?
What are autoclave tapes primarily used for in the context of instrument sterilization?
What should be done during the packaging stage of instrument sterilization?
What should be done during the packaging stage of instrument sterilization?
What is the purpose of drying or cooling instruments after sterilization?
What is the purpose of drying or cooling instruments after sterilization?
When is ethylene oxide effective for killing all organisms, including spores?
When is ethylene oxide effective for killing all organisms, including spores?
What is the primary consideration in flap design when dealing with multiple teeth and long roots in oral surgery?
What is the primary consideration in flap design when dealing with multiple teeth and long roots in oral surgery?
Which substance is NOT recommended for dentistry because it is not effective against the hepatitis B virus and becomes inactivated by soap?
Which substance is NOT recommended for dentistry because it is not effective against the hepatitis B virus and becomes inactivated by soap?
What is the most common risk for transmission of disease from infected patients to the staff in a dental office?
What is the most common risk for transmission of disease from infected patients to the staff in a dental office?
Which microorganism is highly resistant to desiccation and most chemical disinfectants, including alcohols, phenols, and quaternary ammonium compounds?
Which microorganism is highly resistant to desiccation and most chemical disinfectants, including alcohols, phenols, and quaternary ammonium compounds?
What is the primary means of inactivating the hepatitis B virus according to the text?
What is the primary means of inactivating the hepatitis B virus according to the text?
How is HIV transmitted from one individual to another, according to the text?
How is HIV transmitted from one individual to another, according to the text?
What should dental staff wear to prevent transmission of TB from an infected individual, according to the text?
What should dental staff wear to prevent transmission of TB from an infected individual, according to the text?
What concentration of chlorine compounds can prevent transfer of the hepatitis viruses when used on surfaces, according to the text?
What concentration of chlorine compounds can prevent transfer of the hepatitis viruses when used on surfaces, according to the text?
What substance is NOT suitable for general dental disinfection because it evaporates too rapidly?
What substance is NOT suitable for general dental disinfection because it evaporates too rapidly?
What is the most commonly used substance for disinfecting dental instruments for surgery, according to the text?
What is the most commonly used substance for disinfecting dental instruments for surgery, according to the text?
What is the primary means of preventing sharps injuries, according to the text?
What is the primary means of preventing sharps injuries, according to the text?
What substance is NOT recommended for dentistry because it evaporates too rapidly?
What substance is NOT recommended for dentistry because it evaporates too rapidly?
What should be done with reusable instruments and supplies to prevent transmission of TB from an infected individual to the dental staff, according to the text?
What should be done with reusable instruments and supplies to prevent transmission of TB from an infected individual to the dental staff, according to the text?
Which process involves the destruction of all pathogenic microorganisms, or organisms capable of causing infection?
Which process involves the destruction of all pathogenic microorganisms, or organisms capable of causing infection?
What is the primary purpose of using an antiseptic?
What is the primary purpose of using an antiseptic?
What characterizes medical asepsis?
What characterizes medical asepsis?
Why is moist heat considered more effective than dry heat for sterilization?
Why is moist heat considered more effective than dry heat for sterilization?
What is the main purpose of surgical asepsis?
What is the main purpose of surgical asepsis?
What is the purpose of using a disinfectant on nonvital objects?
What is the purpose of using a disinfectant on nonvital objects?
What is the breakdown of living tissue by the action of microorganisms, usually accompanied by inflammation?
What is the breakdown of living tissue by the action of microorganisms, usually accompanied by inflammation?
What is the reduction of the number of viable microorganisms called?
What is the reduction of the number of viable microorganisms called?
What is a disadvantage of using dry heat for sterilization?
What is a disadvantage of using dry heat for sterilization?
What is the primary function of an antiseptic?
What is the primary function of an antiseptic?
