1. KIMMIE CENZON Dental Assisting

2. Radiology

3. Radiology – Bitewings

4. Radiology – Periapical

5. Radiology – Full Mouth Series

6. Radiology – Panoramic

7. Impressions Impression-the imprint of teeth and surrounding tissues. Used for making models to diagnose, make custom trays, temp crowns, or for the lab tech to make a permanent casting Preliminary- used for diagnostic purposes, making dental appliances, and treatment records Final- show more accurate tissue & tooth structure detail for the lab tech Alginate- material of choice for preliminary impressions Elastomeric Impression Materials – choice for final impressions  Elastic/rubber-like quality  Base/catalyst  Self curing

8. Impressions

9. Models

10. Restoration Amalgam Mixture of 2 or more metals that produce a strong & durable material for the restoration of teeth. Used in premolars & molars due to color Capsule form Powder/liquid separated Triturated to mix with an amalgamator Zinc-suppresses oxidation Silver-gives strength Tin-workability & strength Copper-strength & low corrosion Mercury-makes easy to apply & adapt to tooth structure

11. Restoration Composite Tooth colored filling material used in anterior teeth mostly Withstands the environment of the oral cavity Easily shaped to the anatomy of a tooth Match natural tooth color Bonded directly to the tooth surface for strength Paste in light-proof tube, cured (polymerized or hardened) with curing light Acid etching - prepares the enamel for application of sealants and composite materials-  creates better retention between tooth and filling or sealant

12. Restoration Instruments

18. Dental Assisting