NEET MDS Shorts
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MicrobiologyIn concentrations usually applied for sterilization purposes, ethylene oxide is preferable to formaldehyde becuase it is more penetrating
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Oral PathologyCariogenic streptococci, particularly Streptococcus mutans, synthesize extracellular polysaccharides when exposed to high levels of sucrose. These polysaccharides are primarily dextran-like glucans, which are formed from the polymerization of glucose units. Dextran contributes to the formation of dental plaque and biofilm, facilitating the adherence of bacteria to tooth surfaces and promoting caries development.
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INI CET
The occlusal plane must be leveled first, usually by crowning or selective grinding of the extruded tooth.
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Oral Medicine
tPA is a thrombolytic agent used to dissolve blood clots. In the treatment of pulmonary embolism, it is administered to break down the clot in the pulmonary artery, thereby improving blood flow and reducing the risk of complications.
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Public Health DentistryConsistent methods of evaluating a patient’s oral hygiene are considered desirable because they allow the patient’s commitment to improvement to be monitored (Answer: 4). By using the same method at each visit, dental professionals can track changes in the patient’s oral health and hygiene habits over time. This helps in tailoring the oral hygiene instructions and treatment plans to the patient’s individual needs and progress.
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Oral SurgeryTo give a field block, the LA should be deposited near a large branch of peripheral nerve.
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PhysiologyThe primary active transport mechanism for calcium absorption in the intestine involves all of the above: vitamin D dependent calcium binding protein (calbindin), sodium-calcium exchanger (NCX), and calcium-dependent ATPase.
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Oral PathologyBrownish pigmentation with normal laboratory findings may indicate Addison's disease.
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Oral Medicine
Chronic hepatitis is characterized by the persistent presence of liver inflammation and damage, typically lasting for more than 6 months. It can be caused by various factors, including viral infections, alcohol abuse, autoimmune diseases, and metabolic disorders. The diagnosis is often made based on a combination of clinical symptoms, laboratory tests, and liver biopsy findings.
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PedodonticsA diastema, or space between teeth, can be a normal finding in children, especially during the mixed dentition phase. The presence of a 2 mm diastema between the maxillary central incisors in a 7-year-old is often due to the normal eruption pattern of these teeth, as they may not yet be fully aligned or spaced appropriately.