On my second day, the first thing I got to do was observe a technique called Dental Splinting. A dental splint is an appliance, usually a metal strip, that is placed on several teeth to increase stability, create structure, and reduce the possibility that the weak teeth will shift. This was performed on a patient with a loose lower splint who needed a new splint implemented. Above is the X-ray of the patient’s lower splint that had been damaged.
I then observed regular check-ups and cleanings on 3 patients. Dr. Siegel then showed me how she does X-rays on her patients and explained each dental instrument and how they’re helpful in procedures – it was very insightful!
I look forward to tomorrow!!