NEET MDS Shorts
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EndodonticsBifurcated roots, also known as a divided root, are a common anatomical variation in the permanent mandibular lateral incisor. While most anterior teeth typically have a single root, the mandibular lateral incisor is the anterior tooth most likely to exhibit a bifurcated root.
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PeriodonticsThere is no definite treatment for herpetic gingivostomatitis.
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Oral PathologyChronic granulocytic leukemia is due to chromosomal translocation.
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EndodonticsSuproxol, a 30-35% hydrogen peroxide solution, is a bleaching agent used in non-vital bleaching for discolored, endodontically treated teeth. It is typically applied internally to the pulp chamber, sometimes combined with heat, to oxidize the staining agents within the tooth structure.
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Dental Materials
An effective luting agent must be able to flow into a continuous film of 25 µm thickness or less without fragmentation.
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General MedicineCongenital rubella syndrome can lead to various complications, including patent ductus arteriosus, sensory nerve deafness, and spontaneous abortion. However, the statement "None of the above" is incorrect as all listed conditions can occur due to the syndrome.
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Oral SurgeryFor a 75-year-old, 100-pound woman requiring multiple extractions, 10 mg of diazepam is sufficient for premedication. Elderly patients and those with lower body weight require reduced dosages due to altered drug metabolism and increased sensitivity. The goal is anxiolysis without excessive sedation, and 10 mg provides adequate premedication while minimizing risks of respiratory depression or prolonged sedation.
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Physiology
Answer: 4) Increased parathyroid hormone during pregnancy stimulates liberation of calcium ions from maternal bones for the fetus's calcium needs.
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Dental Materials
A dental sealer is used to fill the microscopic spaces between the restorative material and the tooth structure, primarily to prevent microleakage.
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EndodonticsCorticosteroids are anti-inflammatory agents that can be used to manage acute pulpal pain when immediate pulp extirpation (removal) is not feasible. Their mechanism of action involves reducing inflammation within the pulp tissue, thereby alleviating pain.