NEET MDS Shorts
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PeriodonticsANUG patients will have higher levels of free cortisol in urine.
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Conservative DentistryExplanation: In modified Class III cavity restorations, particularly those involving composite materials, retention is often achieved through acid etching. This process creates micro-retentive features on the enamel and dentin surfaces, allowing the bonding agent to penetrate and create a strong bond with the tooth structure. While retentive grooves, points, and pins can also be used, acid etching is a fundamental technique that enhances retention in adhesive dentistry.
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OrthodonticsSupervision of a child's dentition is critical during all developmental stages, but the 7-10 years age range, which is the mixed dentition stage, is a particularly important time for monitoring. This is because it is the period when both primary (baby) and permanent (adult) teeth are present in the mouth. During this stage, children are at risk for various dental problems such as crowding, malocclusion, and the loss of primary teeth that can affect the eruption of permanent teeth.
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General MicrobiologyStreptococcus viridans is characterized by non-capsulated, round to oval cells in chains and has a negative oxidase reaction.
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PhysiologyCalbindin sequesters calcium within the intestinal epithelial cells to prevent it from interfering with calcium-dependent signaling processes, thereby facilitating efficient calcium absorption without disrupting normal cellular function.
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PedodonticsButtressing bone formation is due to trauma from occlusion.
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Dental Materials
The preferred method for degassing powered gold restorations is the use of an alcohol flame, specifically one that is a clean blue flame from absolute or 90% ethyl/methyl alcohol. The material is held in the flame until it reaches a dull red glow, which typically takes 15-20 seconds. This process removes any trapped air or volatile components that could compromise the integrity of the restoration.
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INI CET
The correct sequence for selective grinding of excursive movements in a denture during occlusion adjustment is typically: Balancing (medial or non-working) movements, Protrusive movements, and finally Working (buccal or lateral) movements. This sequence ensures stable and functional occlusion.
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General Medicine
Movement disorders, particularly those associated with basal ganglia dysfunction such as dystonia and chorea, are the most common neurological manifestations of Wilson’s disease due to the primary toxic effect on the basal ganglia from copper deposition.
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RadiologyWaters projection is useful for evaluating all of the above: frontal and ethmoidal sinuses, maxillary sinus, zygomaticofrontal suture and nasal cavity.