What Is the Purpose of the Acrylic Resin Surgical Guide

question 23

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the acrylic resin surgical guide (stent) ?

• A) The stent is the drill used to cut into the bone.
• B) Predetermined holes in the stent allow the surgeon to cut a hole into bone for the implant at the correct angulation.
• C) The stent holds the patient's mouth open during implant placement surgery.
• D) The stent is placed near the back of the throat to prevent the patient from swallowing any foreign objects during surgery.

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Definitions:

Testosterone Production

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Androgens

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Testosterone

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