NEET MDS Shorts
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ProsthodonticsThe muscle which trims the posterior lingual areas of the lower denture is palatoglossus and superior constrictor.
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Dental Materials
The recommended force for condensing a composite resin using a 0.5 mm diameter condenser nib is 3.75 pounds. This is the force that is well within the physiologic limits of the tooth and provides effective condensation.
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Public Health DentistryDisclosing agents are solutions or tablets that are used to reveal plaque and food debris on the teeth that are not easily seen with the naked eye. When children can visually see the areas they need to clean more thoroughly, they are more likely to understand the importance of good oral hygiene and improve their brushing and flossing techniques.
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PedodonticsA gingival index score of 2 means probing elicits bleeding.
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Conservative Dentistry
Explanation: In Class III composite preparations, retention
points should be placed entirely in dentin. This is because dentin provides a
more reliable substrate for bonding compared to enamel, especially in areas
where the enamel may be thin or compromised. By placing retention points in
dentin, the restoration can achieve better mechanical retention and bonding
strength, which is crucial for the longevity of the restoration.
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Physiology
In the sympathetic nervous system, the pre-to-post ganglionic fiber ratio of 1:20 to 1:100 indicates that there are fewer postganglionic fibers than preganglionic fibers. This ratio suggests that each preganglionic neuron synapses with multiple postganglionic neurons, thereby amplifying the sympathetic response to a given input.
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INI CET
A white patch on the maxillary ridge, especially in an older patient, should be treated with suspicion for a potentially premalignant or malignant lesion. An immediate biopsy is necessary to establish a definitive diagnosis before proceeding with any prosthetic treatment like preparing a denture.
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General PathologyOral and intestinal ganglioneuromatosis is not commonly found in MEN I; it is associated with MEN II.
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Oral Medicine
The normal adult respiratory rate is typically between 12 and 16 breaths per minute.
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Physiology
The physiological capacity of the bladder is the maximum intravesical volume tolerated without undue discomfort. It is usually between 250 and 450 ml. The bladder can stretch to hold more urine, but this is considered beyond the normal physiological capacity and can cause discomfort.