NEET MDS Shorts
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ProsthodonticsWhile taking an impression of flabby fibrous tissue on the maxillary ridge for complete denture, care is taken to use a tray with spacer.
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EndodonticsEndodontic treatment can be performed without removing orthodontic appliances. Access can be gained through the lingual surface or by carefully working around brackets. Removing arch wires interrupts orthodontic treatment unnecessarily.
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PedodonticsIn periodontal diseases, alveolar bone loss is the result of both apposition and resorption.
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Oral PathologyParaesthesia of the tongue is not a complication of therapeutic radiation.
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Oral PathologyEagles syndrome is of musculoskeletal origin, caused by an elongated styloid process or ossified stylohyoid ligament causing mechanical irritation and pressure on surrounding structures during swallowing and head movements. Phantom pain is neuropathic, cluster headache is vascular, and tic douloureux (trigeminal neuralgia) is neurologic in origin.
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Biochemistry
Saturated fatty acids are a type of fat that has a chemical structure with a
single bond between each carbon atom in the fatty acid chain and no double
bonds. These types of fats are typically solid at room temperature. Out of the
given options, stearic acid (C18:0) is the only saturated fatty acid. The others
are:
1. Oleic acid (C18:1) is a monounsaturated fatty acid, which means it has one
double bond. It is commonly found in olive oil, canola oil, and avocados.
2. Linolenic acid (C18:3) is a polyunsaturated fatty acid, specifically an
omega-3 fatty acid, with three double bonds. It is found in plant sources like
flaxseeds, chia seeds, and walnuts.
3. Arachidonic acid (C20:4) is also a polyunsaturated fatty acid, an omega-6
fatty acid with four double bonds. It is found in animal fats, such as meat, and
in smaller amounts in some plant oils like sunflower oil and peanut oil.
Stearic acid, on the other hand, is a common saturated fatty acid found in
various animal fats and certain vegetable oils like coconut oil, palm kernel
oil, and cocoa butter. It is known for its role in the structure of cell
membranes and as a precursor for the biosynthesis of cholesterol in the body.
While it is important to consume fatty acids for good health, excessive
consumption of saturated fatty acids has been associated with higher levels of
LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, which is often referred to as "bad"
cholesterol, and an increased risk of heart disease. However, it is important to
maintain a balanced diet that includes both saturated and unsaturated fatty
acids in moderation.
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Oral SurgeryOf the following, the maxillary first molar is the most difficult to anaesthetize by infiltration technique alone.
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General Medicine
The description of a painless, red, scaly rash that spares the face, palms, and soles and involves the trunk and limbs is characteristic of psoriasis. The lesions are typically well-demarcated and have a "salt-and-pepper" appearance due to the presence of scales.
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AnatomyTemporalis muscle is inserted into Tip and medial surface of coronoid
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Oral Medicine
The treatment for respiratory alkalosis typically involves correcting the underlying cause. However, if symptoms are severe, inhalation of a small amount of carbon dioxide can be administered.