What Is the Purpose of the Coronal Polishing Technique

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Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the coronal polishing technique?

• A)As a substitute for an oral prophylaxis
• B)To remove calculus, debris, stain, and plaque from teeth
• C)To remove plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces of the teeth.
• D)To be performed by any dental assistant

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Definitions:

Mesonephros

A transient kidney in vertebrates, functioning in the embryo before the permanent kidneys develop.

Neural Tube

The precursor in embryonic development to the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord; its formation is critical in early fetal development.

Mandibular Processes

Paired structures in embryonic development that contribute to the formation of the lower jaw, or mandible.

Somites

Segmented blocks of mesoderm found in vertebrate embryos that give rise to skeletal muscles, vertebrae, and related structures.