Recognize occlusal problems that need dental hygiene intervention

What will be an ideal response?


Clinically, teeth are in occlusal trauma when there is increasing mobility noted. In a patient who just had a restoration placed and reports pain and tooth mobility, adjustment of the "high" restoration is necessary. An appliance (e.g., night guard) is necessary if the patient is a bruxer.

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a. cravats c. a swathe b. roller gauze d. occlusive dressings

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The growing embryo develops into a fetus during the second trimester of pregnancy.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which of the following structures do NOT form part of the thorax?

A) 8th through 19th vertebrae B) Ischium C) Sternum D) Ribs

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