Exam 8: Dental Trauma

Oral pain after trauma as a result of temperature change is consistent with pulpal inflammation.Pain related to occlusion may mean that a tooth has been displaced or that swelling of the periodontal or supporting tissue has occurred.

MOST often,discolored primary teeth will need which of the following treatments?

Once a tooth has been placed back in a patient's mouth,what type of splint should be used?

Avulsed primary teeth are ________ replanted because of concern that permanent teeth may be damaged.

Soft tissue injuries are often associated with facial trauma.Wounds should be rinsed with saline and,if necessary,gently debrided with gauze wetted with mild soapy water to remove foreign material and dead or damaged tissue.

Tap water is the favored storage media for an avulsed tooth because of its low osmolality.

Intrusion of primary teeth frequently involves extensive treatment.Permanent teeth form close to the primary tooth and can be easily injured with primary tooth intrusion.

Which segments of the population should be educated regarding the proper handling of an avulsed tooth?

Which of the following is a method of pulp testing?

Which of the following is an appropriate media in which to store an avulsed tooth?