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Uncontrolled diabetes poses a problem to the prosthodontist as it leads to more bone resorption.

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The ugly duckling stage refers to the transient malocclusion seen during the eruption of maxillary canines, where the upper central incisors show spacing and flaring.

• It typically occurs when the maxillary canines erupt, exerting pressure on the roots of the lateral incisors, which in turn causes the crowns of the central incisors to flare apart.

• This stage is self-correcting once the canines fully erupt and the incisors return to normal alignment.

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The first sensation to be lost following administration of local anaesthetic is pain.

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The transitional phase of dentition refers to the period when the primary (deciduous) teeth are being replaced by permanent teeth. This phase is characterized by the simultaneous eruption of permanent teeth and the exfoliation (loss) of primary teeth. It typically occurs between the ages of 6 and 12 years. The other options do not accurately describe this transitional phase; option 2 refers to a post-transitional phase, while option 3 pertains to orthodontic treatment rather than a specific phase of dentition.

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The middle superior alveolar nerve (MSA) is one of the branches of the maxillary nerve that innervates the buccal gingival of the maxillary teeth, including the second premolar. The anterior palatine nerve innervates the palatal aspect, while the buccal nerve innervates the buccal mucosa and the anterior part of the palate.

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Hypochlorite solutions, such as household bleach (sodium hypochlorite), are widely used in laboratories as effective and inexpensive disinfectants.
They are effective against a broad range of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

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Explanation: The age group of 8-12 years is commonly associated with the highest incidence of dental fractures in permanent teeth. This is often due to increased physical activity and sports participation during this developmental stage, leading to a higher risk of trauma.

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Myositis ossificans would NOT cause pathologic fractures of maxilla or mandible because it involves ossification within muscle tissue, not weakening of existing bone structure. Bone cysts, multiple myeloma, and giant cell tumor all cause bone destruction and weakening, predisposing to pathologic fractures. Myositis ossificans actually adds calcified tissue rather than destroying bone.