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True or False: Practicing a technique multiple times ensures that you will always be successful when trying to perform it.
True or False: Practicing a technique multiple times ensures that you will always be successful when trying to perform it.
True
True or False: Acrylic gives off heat while waiting for it to set in the context provided.
True or False: Acrylic gives off heat while waiting for it to set in the context provided.
True
True or False: Making a matrix is a reversible process if you mess up during the procedure.
True or False: Making a matrix is a reversible process if you mess up during the procedure.
False
True or False: The primary purpose of making a matrix is to speed up the teeth preparation process.
True or False: The primary purpose of making a matrix is to speed up the teeth preparation process.
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True or False: If a matrix is not placed properly in the mouth intact, it may lead to complications.
True or False: If a matrix is not placed properly in the mouth intact, it may lead to complications.
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True or False: Properly practicing the block temp creation is crucial to avoid failure in the procedure.
True or False: Properly practicing the block temp creation is crucial to avoid failure in the procedure.
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True or False: The whole point of making a matrix is to perform the procedure flawlessly without any need for practice.
True or False: The whole point of making a matrix is to perform the procedure flawlessly without any need for practice.
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In order to use the vacuum form technique, you must have a machine.
In order to use the vacuum form technique, you must have a machine.
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The vacuum form technique allows for multiple uses of the same matrix.
The vacuum form technique allows for multiple uses of the same matrix.
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One of the requirements for doing fixed prosthetics in the clinic is having study models for each patient.
One of the requirements for doing fixed prosthetics in the clinic is having study models for each patient.
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Using the vacuum form technique is expensive.
Using the vacuum form technique is expensive.
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Solid cast is not necessary for making a vacuum for matrix.
Solid cast is not necessary for making a vacuum for matrix.
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You can reuse study models for different patients in the clinic.
You can reuse study models for different patients in the clinic.
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Having enough study models is not crucial for doing fixed prosthetics according to the text.
Having enough study models is not crucial for doing fixed prosthetics according to the text.
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One can perform fixed prosthetics without following the clinic rules.
One can perform fixed prosthetics without following the clinic rules.
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Patients like hygienic Pontics because they are difficult to maintain and clean.
Patients like hygienic Pontics because they are difficult to maintain and clean.
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Acrylic can be used to fill in an old Indo tooth with staining and discoloration.
Acrylic can be used to fill in an old Indo tooth with staining and discoloration.
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One needs to scratch up the outside of the tooth in order to place acrylic inside it.
One needs to scratch up the outside of the tooth in order to place acrylic inside it.
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Positioning acrylic inside a tooth is similar to positioning composite temporary materials.
Positioning acrylic inside a tooth is similar to positioning composite temporary materials.
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Hygienic Pontics are commonly seen in dental practice.
Hygienic Pontics are commonly seen in dental practice.
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Gold needs to be gouged up well before placing acrylic inside a tooth.
Gold needs to be gouged up well before placing acrylic inside a tooth.
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Acrylic flows where it's going to go once placed inside a tooth.
Acrylic flows where it's going to go once placed inside a tooth.
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Hygienic Pontics are considered a good technique for dental procedures.
Hygienic Pontics are considered a good technique for dental procedures.
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Polycarbonate crowns are typically used for permanent restorations in dentistry.
Polycarbonate crowns are typically used for permanent restorations in dentistry.
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The speaker mentions that polycarbonate crown forms allow for easy last-minute adjustments.
The speaker mentions that polycarbonate crown forms allow for easy last-minute adjustments.
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The speaker states that polycarbonate crown forms come in a uniform size and shape.
The speaker states that polycarbonate crown forms come in a uniform size and shape.
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According to the speaker, polycarbonate crown forms are especially useful for back teeth restorations.
According to the speaker, polycarbonate crown forms are especially useful for back teeth restorations.
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The speaker implies that polycarbonate crowns can be easily customized to fit the patient's needs.
The speaker implies that polycarbonate crowns can be easily customized to fit the patient's needs.
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Using polycarbonate crown forms requires extensive training and expertise according to the speaker.
Using polycarbonate crown forms requires extensive training and expertise according to the speaker.
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'Temporary restoration' means a short-term solution that is not intended to be permanent.
'Temporary restoration' means a short-term solution that is not intended to be permanent.
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The speaker advises against using polycarbonate crown forms for emergency dental procedures due to their time-consuming nature.
The speaker advises against using polycarbonate crown forms for emergency dental procedures due to their time-consuming nature.
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The speaker heavily advises against using wax in emergency situations to make a quick impression of a missing tooth.
The speaker heavily advises against using wax in emergency situations to make a quick impression of a missing tooth.
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Relying solely on matrix techniques can eliminate the need for dentists to carve any anatomy.
Relying solely on matrix techniques can eliminate the need for dentists to carve any anatomy.
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Polycarbonate crown forms are commonly used for temporary restorations in dentistry.
Polycarbonate crown forms are commonly used for temporary restorations in dentistry.
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Using the vacuum form technique is a cost-effective method for dental procedures.
Using the vacuum form technique is a cost-effective method for dental procedures.
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The primary purpose of making a matrix is to accelerate the process of teeth preparation.
The primary purpose of making a matrix is to accelerate the process of teeth preparation.
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The patient in the story was pleased to see the periodontist and had a successful dental treatment.
The patient in the story was pleased to see the periodontist and had a successful dental treatment.
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The speaker mentions that when people are numb during a dental procedure and smile for a picture, they always look like they had a stroke.
The speaker mentions that when people are numb during a dental procedure and smile for a picture, they always look like they had a stroke.
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The speaker expresses frustration with the common belief that by being kind and caring, a dentist can easily win over extremely fearful patients.
The speaker expresses frustration with the common belief that by being kind and caring, a dentist can easily win over extremely fearful patients.
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The dental matrix techniques discussed in the story primarily focus on creating acrylic restorations.
The dental matrix techniques discussed in the story primarily focus on creating acrylic restorations.
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The primary advantage of dental matrices is that they accelerate the process of teeth preparation.
The primary advantage of dental matrices is that they accelerate the process of teeth preparation.
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Acrylic restoration requires significant heat during the setting process.
Acrylic restoration requires significant heat during the setting process.
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Hyperocclusion can lead to tooth fracture due to misaligned bites.
Hyperocclusion can lead to tooth fracture due to misaligned bites.
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Using wax for emergency impressions is a recommended practice according to the speaker.
Using wax for emergency impressions is a recommended practice according to the speaker.
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Dental procedures involving acrylic restoration do not require any occlusal adjustments.
Dental procedures involving acrylic restoration do not require any occlusal adjustments.
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Acrylic can be easily positioned inside a tooth using gentle pressure and manipulation.
Acrylic can be easily positioned inside a tooth using gentle pressure and manipulation.
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Hygienic Pontics are commonly used in dental practice due to their ease of maintenance and cleaning.
Hygienic Pontics are commonly used in dental practice due to their ease of maintenance and cleaning.
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Polycarbonate crown forms come in various sizes and shapes to cater to different restoration needs.
Polycarbonate crown forms come in various sizes and shapes to cater to different restoration needs.
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Using composite temporary materials allows for precise positioning inside a tooth compared to acrylic.
Using composite temporary materials allows for precise positioning inside a tooth compared to acrylic.
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One of the dental clinic rules involves having a sufficient number of study models for each patient undergoing fixed prosthetics.
One of the dental clinic rules involves having a sufficient number of study models for each patient undergoing fixed prosthetics.
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Acrylic restoration is always a permanent solution in dentistry.
Acrylic restoration is always a permanent solution in dentistry.
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The speaker suggests that using polycarbonate crown forms requires minimal training and expertise.
The speaker suggests that using polycarbonate crown forms requires minimal training and expertise.
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Hygienic Pontics are typically difficult to maintain and clean according to the speaker.
Hygienic Pontics are typically difficult to maintain and clean according to the speaker.
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Using the vacuum form technique is always a cost-effective method for dental procedures.
Using the vacuum form technique is always a cost-effective method for dental procedures.
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The speaker suggests that alginate is a material that can easily be cut away or gouged out, similar to wax.
The speaker suggests that alginate is a material that can easily be cut away or gouged out, similar to wax.
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According to the speaker, acrylic restorations are permanent solutions for dental procedures.
According to the speaker, acrylic restorations are permanent solutions for dental procedures.
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In the context provided, hygienic Pontics are praised for being easy to maintain and clean.
In the context provided, hygienic Pontics are praised for being easy to maintain and clean.
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The speaker indicates that solid cast is essential for creating a vacuum for the dental matrix technique.
The speaker indicates that solid cast is essential for creating a vacuum for the dental matrix technique.
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Correct positioning of acrylic inside a tooth is compared to placing composite temporary materials.
Correct positioning of acrylic inside a tooth is compared to placing composite temporary materials.
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True or False: The speaker mentions that Pontiac design will be discussed in a few weeks.
True or False: The speaker mentions that Pontiac design will be discussed in a few weeks.
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True or False: Hygienic Pontics are a common design in modern dentistry.
True or False: Hygienic Pontics are a common design in modern dentistry.
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True or False: Using a gold bridge as a temporary solution is recommended by the speaker.
True or False: Using a gold bridge as a temporary solution is recommended by the speaker.
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True or False: Acrylic restoration gives off heat during the setting process.
True or False: Acrylic restoration gives off heat during the setting process.
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True or False: Making a matrix can speed up the teeth preparation process significantly.
True or False: Making a matrix can speed up the teeth preparation process significantly.
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True or False: Hygienic Pontics are preferred by patients due to ease of maintenance and cleaning.
True or False: Hygienic Pontics are preferred by patients due to ease of maintenance and cleaning.
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True or False: Polycarbonate crown forms are mainly used for permanent restorations in dentistry.
True or False: Polycarbonate crown forms are mainly used for permanent restorations in dentistry.
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True or False: Vacuum form technique is considered an expensive method for dental procedures.
True or False: Vacuum form technique is considered an expensive method for dental procedures.
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True or False: It is crucial to practice block temp creation properly to prevent failure in the procedure.
True or False: It is crucial to practice block temp creation properly to prevent failure in the procedure.
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Study Notes
Importance of Practicing Lab Materials and Skills
- Catch up on lab exercises by the end of the month to get full credit
- Staying up to date on lab materials and practicing skills is crucial
- Limited time in the semester to complete tasks
Temporary Restorations
- Temporary restorations are useful for multiple units, esthetics, and controlling function and occlusion
- Disadvantages: lab costs, time-consuming, and require planning
- Techniques: vacuum form, polycarbonate crown form, and processed heat-cured temporary restorations
Vacuum Form Technique
- Fast, simple, and cheap
- Advantage: fast and reusable
- Disadvantage: matrix can only be used once
Polycarbonate Crown Form
- Useful for multiple units, especially in the front of the mouth
- Come in various sizes, can be altered and shaped
- Easy to use and clean
Processed Heat-Cured Temporary Restorations
- Made like traditional dentures
- Fast, simple, and cheap
- Advantage: strong and long-lasting
- Disadvantage: can be difficult to reinforce with small connectors or short margins
Hygienic Pontic
- A type of temporary restoration that lifts off the tissue
- Allows for easy cleaning and maintenance
- Uncommon design nowadays due to its non-tooth-like appearance
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Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of using vacuum forming in practice, including its speed, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness. Understand the limitations of vacuum forming, such as the need for a machine and the inability to reuse matrices efficiently.
