Which of the following is true regarding sports guards?, They usually cover the mandibular teeth, gingiva, and bone., They can absorb 100% of the energy from a traumatic hit to the mouth., They cannot prevent lacerations to the lips for athletes with orthodontic braces or brackets., They can cushion the maxillary and mandibular teeth when an athlete’s jaws are forced together by a blow to the lower jaw., Which thickness of sports mouthguard is recommended for heavy-contact sports, where injuries are more likely?, 3, 4, 5, 6, Compare the advantages and disadvantages of hard acrylic guards versus soft guards. 1.Hard guards require more time to adjust the bite. 2. Soft guards are better suited for patients who grind their teeth regularly. 3.Soft guards may be adjusted by heating the outside biting surface with a torch. 4. Patients say the hard-acrylic guides feel tight on the patient’s teeth when they are first tried in., 1, 2, 3,, 1, 3, 4, 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, 4, Which statement best describes a soft guard?, Made from acrylic, Constructed in a dental lab, Requires less time to adjust, Requires more time to adjust, What is the best method of proper home care for guards?, Brush with toothpaste to remove debris., Soak in mouthwash to remove odors., Store in water when not in use., Allow to air-dry in a rigid container., What is a risk factor for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)?, Obesity, Large neck, High blood pressure, All of the above, How is OSA treated? 1. use of nasal decongestants 2. continuous positive airway pressure 3. appliance to push the tongue down 4. surgery to reduce the oropharynx space, 1, 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, 4, What is the function of an appliance for treating OSA?, Lifts the soft palate, Repositions the mandible, Postures the tongue forward, Only a and b are correct., All are correct., When would a space maintainer be used?, Hold space for a permanent tooth, Guide a permanent tooth into place, Prevent a primary tooth from being lost prematurely, Open more space in the dental arch for accurate eruption, Which type of tooth aligner would be used for minor tooth movement?, Space maintainer, Acrylic bite guard, Thermoplastic guard worn at night, Removable acrylic base with embedded wires, Compare and contrast sports mouthguards. 1. custom fit guards uses multiple layers of thermoplastic material bonded and heated to fit. 2. used to protect teeth for individuals who play a variety of contact and non contact sports. 3. boil and bite guards are easily fit and provided a high level of protection. 4. stock guards are expensive and have high wear compliance, 1, 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, 3, 1, 2,, 1, How much potentially traumatic energy can a custom-fit mouth guard absorb?, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%, In what situation would the dentist prescribe a night guard for a patient?, If the patient has sleep apnea, If there are signs of grinding, If there is an unexplained tooth fracture, wear, or chips, Only b and c are correct., All are correct.

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