NEET MDS Shorts
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PedodonticsThe PMA index measures the severity of gingivitis and periodontitis.
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Oral PathologyLichenoid reactions are mainly due to the intake of certain drugs.
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ProsthodonticsWhat forces best accomplish orthodontic tooth movement: light and continuous.
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Oral PathologyThe combination of cotton-wool radiographic appearance and elevated alkaline phosphatase in a middle-aged man is diagnostic of Pagets disease. Alkaline phosphatase is elevated due to increased osteoblastic activity and bone turnover. Cherubism, fibrous dysplasia, and osteogenesis imperfecta do not typically show this specific combination of radiographic and biochemical findings.
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PedodonticsRoot planing removes necrotic cementum that is in contact with endotoxin.
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PeriodonticsThe root commonly removed in a maxillary first molar during hemisection or root section is the distobuccal root.
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NEETMDS
The difficulty score for a mesioangular Class II position C mandibular third molar is typically determined using a standardized scoring system in dentistry, such as the Pederson difficulty index. A score of 6 indicates a high level of difficulty for the extraction procedure due to the specific angulation and depth of the impacted tooth.
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Oral PathologyExplanation: A compound odontoma is a type of odontogenic tumor that consists of multiple small tooth-like structures (denticles) and resembles the anatomy of normal teeth. In contrast, a complex odontoma has a more disorganized structure and does not resemble normal teeth.
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Community DentistryFluoride is absorbed primarily in the gastrointestinal tract, with the stomach and small intestine being the main sites of absorption. The acidic environment of the stomach facilitates the dissolution of fluoride, allowing it to be absorbed effectively. While some absorption occurs in the large intestine, the majority takes place in the stomach and small intestine
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In a 5-year-old child with multiple deep caries and no pain, the teeth are likely primary teeth that will soon be replaced by permanent teeth. Extraction is often the recommended treatment to eliminate infection and prevent further complications.