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ADA NBDHE Dental Hygienist

Category - Provision of Clinical Dental Hygiene Services

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What condition is defined as a tooth being forcibly removed from the mouth by trauma?
  1. Malocclusion
  2. Avulsed tooth
  3. Broken tooth
  4. Aspirated tooth
Explanation
Answer: B - Avulsed tooth is defined as a tooth being forcibly removed from the mouth by trauma. These teeth should only be handled by the crown, without any of the tissue from the root surface being removed. The tooth should be rinsed with milk or normal saline solution and gently placed into the socket while the client is transported for emergency care.
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