Comprehensive Head and Neck Exam
Fig. 1.1 Forehead and hairline (Photos courtesy of Anna Christine Napoli and Dr. Karin Schey) Standing in front of the patient, visually inspect the face. Look for symmetry; color, pigmentation,…
Common Lesions in Oral Pathology for the General Dentist
White Red Ulcers Raised soft tissue (bumps) Pigmented 1. Leukoplakia 1. Geographic tongue 1. Squamous carcinoma 1. Pyogenic granuloma 1. Varicosity 2. Lichen planus 2. Desquamative gingivitis 2. Aphthous stomatitis…
Dental Radiology
Examination Effective dose (μSν) Equivalent background exposure (days) Intraoral Rectangular collimation Posterior bitewings: PSP or F- speed film 5 0.6 Full-mouth: PSP or F-speed film 35 4 Full-mouth:…
Orthodontics
Fig. 17.1 Example of Class I, II, and III profiles The clinical exam consists of an extraoral and intraoral evaluation. The extraoral evaluation includes an assessment of the patient’s temporomandibular…
Communicating with Dental Laboratories
Fig. 20.1 Completed diagnostic wax-up, for maxillary and mandibular anterior restorations 20.2.2 Step 2: Preparation and Impressions Finally, make sure you understand correct preparation design as it relates to the…
Indirect Restorations with CAD/CAM Technology
Fig. 10.1 (a) Inlay/onlay dimensions for E-max (printed with the permission of Ivoclar Vivadent). (b) Anterior and posterior crown dimensions (printed with the permission of Ivoclar Vivadent). (c) Bridge span…
Implants for the General Practitioner
Implant company ISSN address Biohorizons http://www.biohorizons.com/professionals.aspx Dentsply-Astra Implants https://www.dentsply.com/en-us/implants.html Nobel Biocare https://www.nobelbiocare.com/us/en/home.html Straumann http://www.straumann.us/en/professionals/products-and-solutions/surgical-and-restorative-solutions/implants.html Zimmer Dental http://www.zimmerdental.com/Home/zimmerDental.aspx The successful outcome of any implant osseointegration is mainly dependent on the interrelationship…
Endodontics for the General Practitioner
Questions to ask Reversible pulpitis Irreversible pulpitis or necrotic Is the pain there all the time? No Yes, possibly for hours or days Is the pain induced by anything? Sweet?…
On Building a Dental School
Fig. 26.1 Margaret B. Wilson, DDS, MBA Attending the Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry was a wonderful experience for me, and in retrospect it was transformative as well….
Periodontics for the General Dental Practitioner
“Extent” of disease Localized: <30 % teeth/sites affected Generalized: >30 % teeth/sites affected “Severity” of disease Based on clinical attachment loss noted in the patient Slight: 1–2 mm CAL…
Fixed Restorative Materials
Type AU % Hardness Indication I 98 Soft Class V, gold foils II 77 Soft enough to make great margins Inlays or small onlays with finishable margins on tooth surfaces…
Modern Day Treatment Planning Dilemmas; Natural Tooth Versus Implants
Fig. 5.1 Mobile crown, recurrent caries, nonrestorable tooth #8 resulting in extraction and implant placement Some experts are reconsidering osseointegration, which has been traditionally defined as the anchorage of an…
Introduction to Occlusion
Fig. 9.1 Splayed teeth, broken incisal edge, and wear facets are indicators for a loss of vertical dimension 9.3 Types of Occlusion Dawson classification (Dawson 2007). Type I: Maximal intercuspation…
Pediatric Dentistry for the General Practitioners
Enamel completion Eruption Root completion Exfoliation Mandibular centrals 2.5 months 6 months 1.5 years 6–7 years Mandibular laterals 3 months 7 months 1.5 years 7–8 years Maxillary centrals 1.5…
Digital Impressions
Fig. 11.1 Color virtual model Fig. 11.2 Monochromatic virtual model Open and closed systems. Open – digital impression file (usually .stl file) can be imported into other software programs for…
Restorative Considerations for Endodontically Treated Teeth
Type of tooth preparation % reduction in stiffness Conservative endodontic access 5 Occlusal cavity preparation 20 MO or DO preparation involving at least one marginal ridge 46 MOD preparation involving…
The President’s Dentist
Fig. 25.1 Boyd Robinson, DDS, M.Ed It started with saying “I will” as I took the oath of office to become a member of the US Navy. I am sure…
Removable Partial Dentures (RPD) Treatment: A Clinical Guide
Fig. 8.1 Kennedy class I – mandibular case 1. Bilateral edentulous areas posterior to the remaining teeth 2. Bilateral distal extension 8.1.2 Class II (Fig. 8.2) Fig. 8.2…
In Pursuit of Dentistry from Zimbabwe!
Fig. 27.1 Harare, Zimbabwe I worked very hard from my early years of high school as I fought viciously against all odds to keep my dream alive. After the first…
Medical Considerations and Emergency Protocols
Fig. 23.1 Emergency cards (Photo credit: Dr. Joshua Yanover) Team Member 1 Call 911. Stay on phone with dispatcher until told to hang up. Doctor Confirm emergency medical call was…
