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Dentistry, Operative
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Definition of 'Dentistry, Operative'That phase of clinical dentistry concerned with the restoration of parts of existing teeth that are defective through disease, trauma, or abnormal development, to the state of normal function, health, and esthetics, including preventive, diagnostic, biological, mechanical, and therapeutic techniques, as well as material and instrument science and application. (Jablonski's Dictionary of Dentistry, 2d ed, p237) |
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Comparison of student productivity in four-handed clinic and regular unassisted clinic.
30 Aug 2009 
Although four-handed dentistry is routine in most dental practices in the United States, solo unassisted clinical practice is the norm for students at many North American dental schools. The objective of this study was to compare the clinical ... Read more...
30 May 2009 INTRODUCTION: The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence, intensity and microbial identity of bacteraemia following conservative dental procedures. The procedures were placement of rubber dam, use of the fast drill, use of the slow ... Read more...
Iatrogenic subcutaneous emphysema of dental and surgical origin: a literature review.
30 May 2009 PURPOSE: Subcutaneous emphysema arises when air is forced beneath the tissue, leading to swelling, crepitus on palpation, and potential to spread along the fascial planes. The goal of this literature review is to alert the oral and maxillofacial ... Read more...
Latest indexed articles for 'Dentistry, Operative'
These are the very latest articles for this heading:
- Comparison of student productivity in four-handed clinic and regular unassisted clinic. 30 Aug 2009
- Buyers' guide to microscopes and loupes. Why every dentist needs a microscope.
30 Jul 2009 - Ergonomic guidelines for selecting patient chairs and delivery systems. 29 Jun 2009
- Annual review of selected scientific literature: report of the Committee on Scientific Investigation of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry. 29 Jun 2009
- Prevalence, intensity and identity of bacteraemia following conservative dental procedures in children. 30 May 2009
- Iatrogenic subcutaneous emphysema of dental and surgical origin: a literature review. 30 May 2009
- Another hiccup? 21 May 2009
- Attitudes of final year dental students to the use of rubber dam. 6 May 2009
- Make yourself comfortable. 29 Apr 2009
- The Fergus family and the Scottish royal colleges. 29 Apr 2009
- A pilot study of the use and perceived utility of a scale to assess clinical dental teaching within a UK dental school restorative department. 29 Apr 2009
- Is all minimally invasive dentistry better dentistry? 29 Apr 2009
- Utilizing digital imaging to enhance the team approach to implant treatment. 30 Mar 2009
- Benefits in cost and reduced discomfort of new techniques of minimally invasive cavity treatment. 30 Mar 2009
- Academy of RV Tucker Study Clubs President's Award. Dr. David Thorburn. 27 Feb 2009
- Academy of RV Tucker Study Clubs RV Tucker Award. Dr. Richard G. Stevenson. 27 Feb 2009
- American Academy of Gold Foil Operators Clinician of the Year Award. Dr. Margaret Webb. 27 Feb 2009
- American Academy of Gold Foil Operators Distinguished Member Award. Dr. Richard J Hoard. 27 Feb 2009
- Academy of Operative Dentistry Hollenback Memorial Prize. Dr. James B Summitt. 27 Feb 2009
- Academy of Operative Dentistry Award of Excellence. Dr. Warren K. Johnson. 27 Feb 2009
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Technical information about 'Dentistry, Operative'
Definition: That phase of clinical dentistry concerned with the restoration of parts of existing teeth that are defective through disease, trauma, or abnormal development, to the state of normal function, health, and esthetics, including preventive, diagnostic, biological, mechanical, and therapeutic techniques, as well as material and instrument science and application. (Jablonski's Dictionary of Dentistry, 2d ed, p237)
Descriptor UI: D003814
Alternative terms: Dentistry, Operative; Operative Dentistry;
Allowable Qualifiers: classification; economics; education; history; instrumentation; legislation & jurisprudence; manpower; methods; organization & administration; standards; trends; statistics & numerical data; ethics;
Tree Number: E06.323; H02.163.180;
History Note: 65; was in Cat E only 1972-79
Technical Notes: SPEC; SPEC qualif; to restore tooth function (filling, inlay, etc.); do not confuse with SURGERY, ORAL (surg ther of dis, inj or defects of soft tissues of mouth or of jaws); DF: DENT OPERATIVE