Study Notes

Emergency Drugs for Sedated Patients (AAPD Guidelines) In the context of pediatric dentistry and sedation, it is crucial to be prepared for potential emergencies that may arise during or after sedation. The following is a list of emergency drugs that may be needed to rescue a sedated patient, along with their indications and uses. Emergency Drugs Albuterol for Inhalation Indication: Bronchospasm or asthma exacerbation. …

Transoral Lithotomy: Procedure for Submandibular Duct Stone Removal Transoral lithotomy is a surgical technique used to remove stones (calculi) from the submandibular duct (Wharton's duct). This procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia and is effective for addressing sialolithiasis (the presence of stones in the salivary glands). Procedure Preoperative Preparation: Radiographic Assessment: The exact location of the s…

Proteins: about 50 - 60% of the dry mass of a typical cell subunit is the amino acid & amino acids are linked by peptide bonds 2 functional categories = structural (proteins part of the structure of a cell like those in the cell membrane) & enzymes Enzymes are catalysts. Enzymes bind temporarily to one or more of the reactants of the reaction they catalyze. In doing so, they lower the amount of activation energy needed and thus speed up the re…

Periodontal ligament Composition a. Consists mostly of collagenous (alveolodental) fibers. Note: the portions of the fibers embedded in cementum and the alveolar bone proper are known as Sharpey’s fibers. b. Oxytalan fibers (a type of elastic fiber) are also present. Although their function is unknown, they may play a role in the regulation of vascular flow. c. Contains mostly type I collagen, although smaller amounts of type III and XII…

This system focuses on standardizing the physical characteristics of endodontic instruments, especially files and reamers. Size (Diameter): Measured at the tip (D0), in hundredths of a millimeter. For example, a size 25 file has a tip diameter of 0.25 mm. Taper: The increase in diameter per millimeter of length, typically 0.02 mm/mm for hand files. Color Coding: Each size is assigned a specific color for easy iden…