CORONAL POLISHING TEST A

A pre-procedural mouthrise may be used preoperatively to enhance the removal of extrinsic stain.

False

Air powder polishing is advisable for patients with resporatory conditions and patients on soudum-restricted diets.

False

Floride is most effective for childrem and has little beefit on adults.

False

Following application of a topical fluoride, the patient should be instructed not to eat or drink for a period of 1 hour.

False

Intrinsic stains include coffe, tea, and tobacco

False

Polishing is effective in removing intrinsic stain from tooth surfaces.

False

The most common and easiest grasp of the hand piece is called the "palm grasp"

False

The presence of bateria in the circulating blood stream is called contamination.

False

A factor in producing abrasion to the enamel surface is using a prophylaxis paste that is too coarse.

True

A folcrum minimizes the chances of an instrument slipping in the patients mouth, possibly injuring the oral tissue.

True

A material composed of particles, which may scrathc a softer material when drawn across its surface is called abrasive.

True

Bacteremia, the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream, may be produced during the course of simple procedures such as brushing, flossing, and polishing.

True

Flossing orthodontic appliances is not recommended.

True

Polishing is performed primarily for its cosmetic effect.

True

The abrasive agent commonly used in commercial prophylaxis paste in sillicon dioxide.

True

The concept of polishing only specific areas of the mouth or specific patients called "selective polishing"

True