NEET MDS Shorts
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Dental Materials
Silicate cement is classified as a severely irritant to the pulp.
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Dental Materials
The first light-activated systems were formulated for UV light to initiate free radicals. Today the UV light-cured composites have been replaced by visible blue-light-activated systems with greatly improved depth of cure, a controllable working time, and other advantages. Because of these advantages, visibly light-activated composites are more widely used than are chemically acti wited materials.
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Endodontics
Class IV: Crown Fracture with Pulp Involvement
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RadiologyThe size of the focal spot influences radiographic definition.
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INI CET
The bowstring test is used clinically to evaluate the attachment of the medial canthal tendon (MCT) to the bone by observing lateral displacement, indicating potential injury or avulsion.
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PeriodonticsThick manageable true pockets with no recession are best treated by an apically displaced flap procedure. The apically displaced flap technique is a common surgical method in periodontics that is effective for reducing pocket depth and increasing the width of attached gingiva, particularly in cases with sufficient keratinized tissue and no recession.
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PhysiologyIntrinsic factor facilitates the binding of vitamin B12 to intestinal receptors, which is essential for its absorption in the ileum.
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Oral Medicine
While lung cancer itself is not a direct risk factor for venous thrombosis, it can be associated with hypercoagulable states due to the presence of tumor cells or paraneoplastic syndromes. The other options (orthopedic surgery, estrogen use for contraception, and a family history of DVT) are all recognized conditions that increase the risk of developing venous thrombosis.
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Oral PathologyPaget's disease is the most likely underlying cause for gradual loss of visual acuity and hearing power in a 50-year-old man.
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Dental Materials
Compomers are known for their ease of use, being non-sticky, and simple to place and shape. They are a hybrid of glass ionomer and composite resin properties, offering good aesthetics and user-friendly handling.