Chp. 9-12 Flashcards
(179 cards)
Bonding
Involves the application of a material to the tooth that can be shipped in polish
Clinical Decision-support system
(CDSS)-Computer programs, I’m so called expert systems, that help healthcare professionals in making diagnosis by analyzing patient data
Cone beam CT Scanner
(CDCT)- More precisely focuses a beam of radiation morning tomorrow; can be attached to the machine delivering radiation, Creating three-dimensional images so the doctors can compare the latest images with the earlier images he used to play in the treatment
Cosmetic dentistry
Attempts to create a more attractive smile
Demineralize
Deterioration of the enamel of the teeth caused by acids
Dental implants
Used to replace missing teeth; computers help plan the exact placement of the implant
Dental impressions
Impressions of the teeth.
Dental informatics
Combines computer technology with dentistry to create a basis for research, education, and the solution of real world problems in oral healthcare using computer applications
Digital dentistry
Digital dentistry is that form of informatics that involves images for Cavaliers and dentistry.
Electronic dental chart
Dental chart in an electronic form; standardized, easy to search, and easy to read. It will integrate practice management tasks with clinical information
Endodontics
Dental specialty that diagnoses and treats diseases of the pulp
Fiber optic camera
Analogous to the endoscope used in surgery. It is used to view an area of the mouth that is normally difficult to see
Laser
Delivers light energy. There are several uses of lasers in dentistry. Low level laser is confined pants into thin Emma that maybe you can cavities. The FDA has approved laser machines for drilling in filling cavities; lasers also reduce the bacteria in the cavity; liters are also used in surgery
Minimally invasive dentistry
Emphasizes prevention and the least possible intervention
Periodontics
AConcerned with diagnosing and treating diseases of the gums and other structures supporting the teeth. Periodontal disease is caused by bacteria
Remineralize
Repair damage to the tooth enamel using phosphate and fluoride
Teledentistry
Programs to help dentist access specialists in order to improve patient care
3D printing
Printing shapes of teeth in 3D image
ADAM
Simulation software that teaches anatomy and physiology, using to and three-dimensional images, versions available for both patient and professional; interactive, Allowing the user to click away over 100 layers of the Bonnie and see more structures
BabySim
A human patient simulator; teaches the skills needed to work with infants
Body Browser
From an Internet window, the user can look into the human body, rotated, and zoom in or out; peel back layers; and look at bones, muscles, or blood Bessel’s
CenterWatch
Maintains a website that lists current clinical trials in the United States; includes a database of child center looking for volunteers, as well as information on completing trials and educational resources
Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature
(CINAHL)- Indeed it be specifically geared to the needs of nurses and other professionals and 17 allied health field’s, including dental hygiene, occupational therapy, and radiology; includes an index of 1000 journals from 1982 to the present; books pamphlets etc.
Clinical Pharmacology
A database of the latest drug information