MID-TERM TEST

NAME:
I.
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II.

These are the definitions of some of the most frequent tooth conditions. Read them carefully
and write the tooth condition that each definition refers to:
Bacteria evade removal by brushing and saliva and damage the enamel and deeper structures of teeth.
Most of them occur on molars and premolars.
Inflammation of the deeper structures of the teeth ..
Inflammation of the surface portion of the gums, around and between the crowns of the teeth
If plaque is not removed, it mixes with minerals to become this harder substance
The lower teeth protrude significantly past the upper teeth.
If one or more teeth is sensitive to hot or cold, it may mean the dentin is exposed
Fill in the gaps with the missing word, the first letter has already been given to you:

The longer p... and t.. are on teeth, the more harmful they become. The bacteria cause
i of the gums that is called gingivitis. In gingivitis, the gums become red, swollen and can
b easily. Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease that can usually be reversed with daily
b.. and f.., and regular cleaning by a dentist or dental h. This form
of gum disease does not include any loss of bone and tissue that hold teeth in place. When gingivitis is not
treated, it can a. to periodontitis. In periodontitis, gums pull away from the teeth and form
spaces (called pockets) that become i.. The bodys immune system fights the bacteria as the plaque
spreads and grows below the gum line. Bacterial toxins and the bodys natural r to infection
start to break down the bone and connective t. that hold teeth in place. If not treated, the bones,
gums, and tissue that support the teeth are d. The teeth may eventually become l
and have to be r..
III.
Translate :
Respiratia urat mirositoare apare in cele mai multe cazuri atunci cand igiena dentara este deficitara sau neglijata.
Mirosul este provocat de particulele de hrana ramase in gura, care intra in descompunere. Din acest motiv, igiena
dentara nu trebuie neglijata, la fel ca si folosirea atei dentare. De asemenea alti factori pot fi implicati : boli ale
gingiei, dinti cariati, boli ale glandelor salivare, infectii ale tractului respirator, dieta inadecvata, constipatie,
fumat, febra, diabet, indigestie etc.

IV.

Using your own words, define the following concepts:

a. Alveolar boneb. Bruxism c. Enameld. Tooth whitening e. BracesV.

Label the parts of a tooth

VI.
Translate the following expressions:
a. A plomba o carie
b. A purta aparat dentar
c. Gingii inflamate
d. Coroana dentara
e. A indeparta tartrul
f. a folosi ata dentara
g. a extrage un dinte
h. a folosi cele mai noi metode

VII.

Write in a paragraph 2 advantages and 2 disadvantages of the dental technician job: