NEET MDS Shorts
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ProsthodonticsRecontouring and selective grinding are procedures used to adjust the fit and function of complete dentures. These adjustments are often performed to eliminate any interference with the patient's normal masticatory (chewing) function or to correct any imbalances in the bite. By removing excess material and reshaping the occlusal surfaces, the dentist can address issues such as malocclusion or improper contact between teeth, thereby restoring a harmonious occlusion.
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INI CET
Cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD) is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the RUNX2 gene, not an alpha one gene. The condition is characterized by a range of symptoms, including large fontanelles and open sutures in the skull, large frontal sinuses, and dental abnormalities such as a high arch palate and prolonged retention of deciduous teeth.
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General MedicineCPR should have a ratio of chest compression to mouth breathing of 4:1
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Oral SurgeryAnalgesics should be administered before the effect of local anesthesia wears off (preemptive analgesia). This approach prevents the establishment of pain pathways and provides better pain control than waiting for pain to occur. It ensures patient comfort during the transition from anesthetic effect.
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General Medicine
The treatment for Hirschsprung disease involves surgically removing the aganglionic segment of the colon and joining the normal colon to the rectum. This effectively restores the normal flow of intestinal contents and resolves the functional obstruction caused by the lack of coordinated peristaltic contractions.
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Oral PathologyRadiation-induced thyroid cancer is the result of somatic radiation.
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PhysiologyCalcium is absorbed mainly in the duodenum and jejunum by an active transport mechanism regulated by 1,25 (OH)2 D3 (calcitriol). It is transported across the brush border of intestinal epithelial cells via TRPV6 channels and binds to calbindin. The absorbed calcium is then delivered to the basolateral membrane by calbindin, and from there it is transported into the bloodstream by either the sodium-calcium exchanger (NCX) or calcium-dependent ATPase.
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ProsthodonticsDenturism refers to the illegal practice of dentistry by unlicensed individuals who fabricate and deliver dentures directly to patients without proper dental education, licensing, or oversight. This practice bypasses necessary diagnostic, treatment planning, and follow-up care that licensed dentists provide.
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NEETMDS
The W-arch is a fixed orthodontic appliance used to correct various malocclusions, primarily for expanding the maxilla or mandible to correct posterior crossbites.
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Physiology
The vestibulospinal tract is a medial pathway that plays a critical role in maintaining posture and balance by coordinating the contraction of antigravity muscles in response to information from the vestibular system.