Orthodontic Assisting Final Exam
Towards the mid-line of the mouth is Mesial
referred to as ______
What is the metal ring, usually on a back Band
tooth, that is cemented to a tooth for
strength and anchorage?
When the upper teeth sit inside the lower Cross-bite
teeth it is called a _______
What is the 2D radiography that captures Panoramic
the entire mouth?
What are the white marks on the teeth that Decalcification
can become cavities in the future? They
are caused by poor brushing and the
consumption of sugary and acidic drinks.
Situated towards the front of the mouth Anterior
(cuspids; incisors)
Directed away from the midline of the Distal
mouth is referred to as ______
What do you call the vertical overlapping of Overbite
the teeth, how far the upper teeth overlap
the lower front teeth?
A type of orthodontic appliance that uses Functional appliance
jaw movement and muscle action to place
selective force on the teeth and jaws. They
are usually fixed. They are also known as
orthopedic appliances with names such as
orthopedic corrector, activator, frankel,
herbst, forces.
A fixed or removable appliance worn after Retainer
the braces are removed or aligned therapy
is complete.
This instrument is used to hold and move Hemostat
small objects ('ties, wires, etc.)
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Towards the mid-line of the mouth is Mesial
referred to as ______
What is the metal ring, usually on a back Band
tooth, that is cemented to a tooth for
strength and anchorage?
When the upper teeth sit inside the lower Cross-bite
teeth it is called a _______
What is the 2D radiography that captures Panoramic
the entire mouth?
What are the white marks on the teeth that Decalcification
can become cavities in the future? They
are caused by poor brushing and the
consumption of sugary and acidic drinks.
Situated towards the front of the mouth Anterior
(cuspids; incisors)
Directed away from the midline of the Distal
mouth is referred to as ______
What do you call the vertical overlapping of Overbite
the teeth, how far the upper teeth overlap
the lower front teeth?
A type of orthodontic appliance that uses Functional appliance
jaw movement and muscle action to place
selective force on the teeth and jaws. They
are usually fixed. They are also known as
orthopedic appliances with names such as
orthopedic corrector, activator, frankel,
herbst, forces.
A fixed or removable appliance worn after Retainer
the braces are removed or aligned therapy
is complete.
This instrument is used to hold and move Hemostat
small objects ('ties, wires, etc.)
1/4
