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NOCTI practice
Question | Answer |
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supine | to lay back with head, chest and knees at the same level |
provisional | temporary |
polycarboxylate cement | a type of cement that creates a permanent (forever) bond |
phosphoric | relating to phosphorus |
perpendicular | at a 90 degree angle |
overhangs | excess restorative material that extends beyond the cavity margin |
oral irrigation | to rinse out the mouth |
operability | the ability to operate or work |
matrices | plural version of matrix- a foundation that binds (holds) a substance together |
ligature | a light wire used to hold something in place |
interproximal | in between the teeth |
fulcrum | finger rest used when holding an instrument or handpiece |
elastomeric | materials having elastic (stretchy) properties |
ergonomic | adaptation of work environment and tasks to the human body |