NEET MDS Shorts
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Dental Materials
While it has good mechanical properties, poorly placed zinc phosphate cement can cause pulpal irritation.
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INI CET
Pain that disappears immediately after the removal of a stimulus (like cold) is indicative of reversible pulpitis or dentin hypersensitivity, which is treated conservatively with desensitizing agents.
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General MicrobiologyBacillus anthracis colonies on an agar plate typically appear irregularly round with a frosted glass appearance.
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Dental MaterialsUse zinc free alloy in children with more salivation
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PhysiologyThe osmolarity of the tubular fluid leaving the ascending limb of the loop of Henle is 100mOsm/L, as it is impermeable to water and reabsorbs solutes.
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General MicrobiologyAmoebic dysentery, caused by the protozoan parasite Entamoeba histolytica, is characterized by the presence of ghost cells in the stool. Ghost cells are the remnants of red blood cells that have been phagocytosed by the amoeba. These cells are ingested and their cytoplasm is removed, leaving only the cell membrane, which gives them a "ghost-like" appearance under the microscope. This feature helps distinguish amoebic dysentery from bacillary dysentery, which is caused by bacteria such as Shigella species. Bacillary dysentery typically shows the presence of white blood cells (pus cells) and red blood cells in the stool, but not ghost cells.
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PedodonticsIn children, the labial (facial) surfaces of anterior teeth, particularly the central incisors, are more prone to caries due to factors such as plaque accumulation, dietary habits, and the developmental stage of the teeth. The labial surface is more exposed to the oral environment and is often less effectively cleaned compared to other surfaces, making it susceptible to decay.
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INI CET
A partial pulpotomy, also
known as a Cvek pulpotomy, involves the surgical removal of a small
portion (typically 1-3 mm) of the exposed, inflamed coronal pulp
tissue to preserve the remaining healthy radicular pulp. This
procedure is commonly performed on vital permanent teeth with
complicated crown fractures or traumatic exposures, especially in
young patients with open apices, to allow for continued root
development.
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ProsthodonticsRetromolar area should be covered in CD or distal extension RPD in order to derive support from the underlying bone which is resistant to resorption.
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Public Health DentistryCustom-formed mouth protectors are made from impressions of the patient’s teeth and offer the best fit and protection. They are typically made by a dental professional and are more comfortable than stock or boil-and-bite mouthguards. While plastic molded and stock mouthguards are also available, custom-formed ones are considered superior in terms of protection and compliance.