MDA CHAPTER 57 - PEDIATRIC
DENTISTRY EXAM REVIEW COMPLETE
ANSWERS
What type of environment should a pediatric office be? - ANSWER-One that displays
cheerfulness and a pleasant environment with a nonthreatening décor.
What is the Open Bay concept? - ANSWER-Several dental chairs are arranged in one
large area allowing other pediatric patients to see other children who are receiving care.
What is the benefit of children being able to see other children receiving dental care? -
ANSWER-It can be psychologically effective because children are often hesitant to
express fear of to misbehave in front of other children
What is recommended for a situation where the negative behaviour of a child may impact
the behaviour of other children? - ANSWER-Most practices will have a "quiet room" that is
separate from the open area and can be used for children whose behaviour may upset
other children
Many pediatric offices are less __________ __________ with regard to how dental
personnel dress - ANSWER-"medical looking"
What is a concern with children who are under stress of a dental appointment? -
ANSWER-They could temporarily regress to a more immature level of behavior
When would a child be learning basic trust? - ANSWER-From the period of infancy
through the first year of their life
What would make an infant/child to become insecure and mistrustful? - ANSWER-Being
mishandled as an infant
At which age do children begin to have basic fears associated with separation from the
parent and a related fear of strangers? - ANSWER-around the age of 2
At which age would a child experience two primary and somewhat conflicting needs, and
what are these needs? - ANSWER-Between the ages of 3 to 5 years of age;
First the child develops a process of developing Autonomy and Initiative
Second, the child requires control and structure in his or her environment
What is the child's role in dental care? - ANSWER-To help by following directions and
"Sitting still", "Keeping your hands by your side," and "Opening your mouth wide."
When does a child go through a period of socialization? - ANSWER-Ages 6 to 11
Pulpotomy (pul-POT-uh-mee) - ANSWER-Removal of the coronal portion of a vital pulp
from a tooth.
, Spasticity (spas-TIS-i-tee) - ANSWER-Exaggerated movement of the arms and legs.
T-band - ANSWER-Type of matrix band used for primary teeth.
Pediatric dentistry is the specialized area of dentistry that focuses on providing oral
healthcare according to the needs of ... - ANSWER-infants, children, adolescents, and
individuals with special needs
What is considered to be an Emphasis in Pediatric Dentistry? - ANSWER-Prevention
Early Detection, Diagnosis, and Tx
How many additional years is a Pediatric Dentist expected to attain at an accredited
pediatric program based in a dental school setting? - ANSWER-2 to 3
What qualities are of importance for a Dental Assistant to have when working as a Dental
Assistant in a Pediatric setting? - ANSWER-Compassion and patience to enjoy working
with children, adolescents, and patient with special needs
If considered a legal function in the state you are practicing in, application of sealants, and
taking of preliminary impressions would become the responsibility of the credentialed
dental assistant; these are ________________ _____________. - ANSWER-Expanded
Functions
What does a child learn during the period of socialization? - ANSWER-Getting along with
others, learning the rules and regulations of society, and learning to accept these social
requirements; this is the period where children would learn that situations usually are less
threatening than they had imagined, and generally they need not be afraid
_________________ is a transitional stage of physical and psychological human
development generally occurring during the period from puberty to young adulthood. -
ANSWER-Adolescence
Adolescence is closely associated with the ____________ ______, although its physical,
psychological, and cultural expressions can begin earlier and end later - ANSWER-
teenage years
From age ___ to ___, young people acquire self-certainty. They experiment with different
roles. Clear sexual identity is established. The adolescent will seek _______________
(someone to inspire them) and will gradually develop a set of ideals - ANSWER-12 to 20
leadership
Why is the patient's experience at their first dental appointment so important? - ANSWER-
The rapport developed during the initial examination can establish an attitude toward
dental health that will last for a child's lifetime
What is the "Behaviour Scale?" - ANSWER-A behaviour scale that many dentists follow
early in the Tx of a pediatric patient;The most commonly used systems is the Frankl Scale
What is a rating of 1 on the Frankl scale for pediatric behaviour? (Definition and Patient
Behaviour) - ANSWER-Definition: Definitely Negative
DENTISTRY EXAM REVIEW COMPLETE
ANSWERS
What type of environment should a pediatric office be? - ANSWER-One that displays
cheerfulness and a pleasant environment with a nonthreatening décor.
What is the Open Bay concept? - ANSWER-Several dental chairs are arranged in one
large area allowing other pediatric patients to see other children who are receiving care.
What is the benefit of children being able to see other children receiving dental care? -
ANSWER-It can be psychologically effective because children are often hesitant to
express fear of to misbehave in front of other children
What is recommended for a situation where the negative behaviour of a child may impact
the behaviour of other children? - ANSWER-Most practices will have a "quiet room" that is
separate from the open area and can be used for children whose behaviour may upset
other children
Many pediatric offices are less __________ __________ with regard to how dental
personnel dress - ANSWER-"medical looking"
What is a concern with children who are under stress of a dental appointment? -
ANSWER-They could temporarily regress to a more immature level of behavior
When would a child be learning basic trust? - ANSWER-From the period of infancy
through the first year of their life
What would make an infant/child to become insecure and mistrustful? - ANSWER-Being
mishandled as an infant
At which age do children begin to have basic fears associated with separation from the
parent and a related fear of strangers? - ANSWER-around the age of 2
At which age would a child experience two primary and somewhat conflicting needs, and
what are these needs? - ANSWER-Between the ages of 3 to 5 years of age;
First the child develops a process of developing Autonomy and Initiative
Second, the child requires control and structure in his or her environment
What is the child's role in dental care? - ANSWER-To help by following directions and
"Sitting still", "Keeping your hands by your side," and "Opening your mouth wide."
When does a child go through a period of socialization? - ANSWER-Ages 6 to 11
Pulpotomy (pul-POT-uh-mee) - ANSWER-Removal of the coronal portion of a vital pulp
from a tooth.
, Spasticity (spas-TIS-i-tee) - ANSWER-Exaggerated movement of the arms and legs.
T-band - ANSWER-Type of matrix band used for primary teeth.
Pediatric dentistry is the specialized area of dentistry that focuses on providing oral
healthcare according to the needs of ... - ANSWER-infants, children, adolescents, and
individuals with special needs
What is considered to be an Emphasis in Pediatric Dentistry? - ANSWER-Prevention
Early Detection, Diagnosis, and Tx
How many additional years is a Pediatric Dentist expected to attain at an accredited
pediatric program based in a dental school setting? - ANSWER-2 to 3
What qualities are of importance for a Dental Assistant to have when working as a Dental
Assistant in a Pediatric setting? - ANSWER-Compassion and patience to enjoy working
with children, adolescents, and patient with special needs
If considered a legal function in the state you are practicing in, application of sealants, and
taking of preliminary impressions would become the responsibility of the credentialed
dental assistant; these are ________________ _____________. - ANSWER-Expanded
Functions
What does a child learn during the period of socialization? - ANSWER-Getting along with
others, learning the rules and regulations of society, and learning to accept these social
requirements; this is the period where children would learn that situations usually are less
threatening than they had imagined, and generally they need not be afraid
_________________ is a transitional stage of physical and psychological human
development generally occurring during the period from puberty to young adulthood. -
ANSWER-Adolescence
Adolescence is closely associated with the ____________ ______, although its physical,
psychological, and cultural expressions can begin earlier and end later - ANSWER-
teenage years
From age ___ to ___, young people acquire self-certainty. They experiment with different
roles. Clear sexual identity is established. The adolescent will seek _______________
(someone to inspire them) and will gradually develop a set of ideals - ANSWER-12 to 20
leadership
Why is the patient's experience at their first dental appointment so important? - ANSWER-
The rapport developed during the initial examination can establish an attitude toward
dental health that will last for a child's lifetime
What is the "Behaviour Scale?" - ANSWER-A behaviour scale that many dentists follow
early in the Tx of a pediatric patient;The most commonly used systems is the Frankl Scale
What is a rating of 1 on the Frankl scale for pediatric behaviour? (Definition and Patient
Behaviour) - ANSWER-Definition: Definitely Negative
