what is a dental nurses role in the dental surgery?
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The assistant sterlizes all instruments and sets up the operatory.  He or she assists the dentist during the procedure by passing instruments, retracting lip, cheek or tongue and also keeping the mouth free of saliva, blood and any other debris.  The assistant is also responsible for helping to keep the patient comfortable and educating the patient.  There are many other duties of the dental assistant... too many to list.
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There are hundreds of different types of nurses just as there are lots of different specialities of doctors.  There are nurses on surgical wards, medical wards, orthopaedic wards, intensive care units, renal wards and units, operating theatres, A&E depts.  There are GP practice nurses, district nurses, nurse practitioners, nurse consultants, research nurses, rehab. nurses, out-patient nurses, health promotion nurses,nursing home nurses, hospice nurses and many many more.  Nurses are professionals who, as part of a team care for patients to promote recovery or make as comfortable as possible where recovery is not acheivable.  They make important decisions on the treatment of individuals and it's about time that they were recognised by the Government and the corrupt NHS managers (who haven't a clue what patients need)  for their important role!
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Dental lasers are a family of instruments. Some lasers are used for surgery, some to cure restorative materials and enhance tooth bleaching, and others to remove tooth structure for elimination of disease and restoration – different lasers for different procedures. All lasers require eye protection. Safety glasses with special lenses will be provided. Family and guests in the dental operatory at the time of your laser treatment may also be asked to wear protective eyeglasses.\n\nLasers do not make whining sounds or other annoying noises. You may experience the sound of a rush of air, since air suction is often used to keep the area cool and cleaner. You should be able to relax and be comfortable while the dental laser is in use.\n\nDepending on your treatment needs, your dentist may use the laser for a long period of time or possibly only for brief moments. However, even those procedures that require only a short period of laser usage benefit from the advantages of laser therapy. With laser surgery, there is a reduced need for local anesthesia, bleeding is minimized, swelling is controlled, and there is usually little, if any, postoperative discomfort. Laser energy enhances the effect of tooth bleaching agents for a faster and more effective result. Natural looking restorative materials for teeth are more quickly cured to greater hardness. Lasers that remove tooth decay are fast and seldom require anesthesia.\n\nDental lasers are used for a variety of treatment procedures. Your dentist knows which types of patient care are more patient friendly with a laser than with alternative traditional methods. The dentists using lasers have devoted training time and expense to be able to bring you the many advantages of this exciting new technology.\n\ncc
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A tooth location would be helpful.
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Yes you can go under general anesthesia..but usually that's only givin during extractions and/or dental surgery\n\nif it's only a regular appointment (drilling, filling..etc) I'm not sure if a dentist will permit that esp. that some procedures require the patient's cooperation\n\nask ur dentist to give u a sedative..that may help
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Hi,\nI was a periodontal surgical assistant for 6 years. A periodontal pack is a soft, putty type material that is used after gum/teeth surgery.  It goes on soft, then it gets hard.  It usually stays in place for one week.  When someone has one on in their mouth, they have to use an antibacterial mouthwash.  No brushing or flossing or chewing foods in that area. After one week, the doctor or assistant takes it off, then sometimes a new one is put on.  Hope this info helps you.
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It's a little different in all states but generally, it takes a First Aid Cert. a CPR Cert. and at least a 6 month apprenticeship. Some states require you to be a registered nurse which means you must qualified surgical ops support.
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Try this website: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos097.htm \n\nIt has everything about a dental hygeninest, such as the Nature of the Work, Working Conditions, Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement, Employment, Job Outlook, and  Earnings. I hope this helps you with your question.
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I hope you mean Certified Nurses Aid, not Certified Nurse Anesthesist.   You could also be a laboratory aid, a phlebomotist, an X ray assistant, a driver for a medical lab, ER tech. list is only limited to the openings in your area.
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I am a dentist.\n\nAn oral surgeon (properly known as an "oral and maxillofacial surgeon") undergoes 4 to 6 years of training beyond dental school.  Those who spend 6 years typically spend 2 of those 6 years earning an "M.D." degree, and thus hold the titles of "D.D.S., M.D." or "D.M.D., M.D."\n\nOf those 4 to 6 years, oral surgeons get a great deal of experience performing surgery both inside and outside of the mouth.  Third molar (i.e. wisdom tooth) extractions are but a small component of an oral surgeon's training.  Additionally, oral surgeons spend a minimum of 4 months learning anesthesia, and thus are permitted to perform sedations.  General dentists can train to perform sedations, however, most do not.\n\nExtraction of third molars does not require an oral surgery residency, but it does require proper training.  As a general dentist, I extract the vast majority of third molars because I have proper training and experience doing them.  I only refer patients to oral surgeons when they specifically request sedation, or if the case is "high risk" for a nerve injury.  I do this for liability reasons, not because I think the oral surgeon is much less likely to cause a nerve injury.  To be honest, I'd rather have the oral surgeon get sued.\n\nIt really depends on the dentist.  Most dentists don't have the proper training extracting third molars, and thus refer patients to oral surgeons.
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A dental implant is where the oral surgeon or dentist makes a hole into the jaw bone where a live tooth was that had to be removed and inserts a false tooth that has been made to be as close to the original tooth as possible and that has under the false tooth an area that can and will be placed into the jaw bone under the gum. If done properly, the tooth will appear to be real and should function much as a natural tooth would in a relatively short period of time.
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There are some dentists nowadays that put their patients under anesthesia even for regular check ups and cleanings. You should look into it in your area, they work especially for people like yourself.
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Ok so before I was an RN I was a RDA for 14 years in an orthodontists office. So this is you anwer, your teeth must get loose or they cannot be moved into the new position. The wires streatch the periodontal ligaments (the tiny muscle that hold the teeth into the socket) also a small amount of bone is resorbed around the root of the tooth. When the orthodontist has your teeth in position they will be held in place with a heavy arch wire that will support them. The bone will be regrown around the root of the tooth and the ligaments will "learn" the new position. When you have your braces removed you will need to wear retainers like a splint for a broken arm. If you do as you are told and follow instructions all will be well. Have faith and smile!\nJulia, RN
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A neonatal nurse is one who works in the NICU with sick or premature babies. A pediatric nurse is one who works with children that are not newborns.
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A good role model for any health professional takes good care of your patients.  Do not neglect them, treat them with respect and dignity, and do no harm. As a nurse, you will have student nurses observing you, therefore you must perform your job duties well, as they will hopefully emulate your good performance.  Amongst many issues, do not talk negatively about the patient behind their back, especially to students.  This does nothing but give them the idea that it is okay.  I have obnserved this numerous times, especially in the nursing homes.  Some nurses have even been observed talking negatively about the patients directly in front of them, assuming they don't understand.  Basically, in a nutshell - perform your job duties well - including good infection control, but most importantly be treating your patients well!
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according to my dentist, who loves to discuss this while doing a prophylaxis on me, their role as dentists is now shifting from cure to prevention. moreover, with the introduction of flourinated water, there is a gradual shift from cure and maintenance to "repair" (such as braces). also, their role in "medicine" and "oral health" is increasingly being recognized espcially now with the emergence of "oral surgeons" in recent years.\n-it is far from a 2000-word essay, but i hope it eased the burden
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A lot of universities will do it for little to no money. They take in people so their students can learn, using real patients. Not to worry the students are in advanced standing and always supervised. They usually do excellent work because they are enthusiastic and working toward a degree. Call the closest dental college and ask.