Operative dentistry is the area of dental practice concerned with the prevention and treatment of defects in tooth enamel and dentin. Since many patients need treatment that is provided in operative dentistry, this is where most of the dental assistants are assigned. Operative dentistry includes the treatment and restoration of carious teeth with metallic and nonmetallic dental materials. These materials are usually amalgam, composite resins, and glass ionomer restorations. PURPOSE Operative dentistry provides treatment to restore a patient’s dental condition to a healthy, functional, and esthetically (pleasing to the eye) acceptable level. Operative dentistry primarily is responsible for the restoration of decayed or fractured teeth. This chapter provides information and procedures that you may be required to perform in operative dentistry. AREAS OF OPERATIVE DENTISTRY You must be aware that each operative procedure may not be performed in the same manner. Basic procedures are usually performed during each operative appointment. Some of these procedures are also used in other dental specialties. The areas discussed in this chanter are as follows: Identification of operative instruments Miscellaneous instruments, materials, and equipment Four-handed dentistry Basic dental procedures Operative procedures Supply procedures
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