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cherise1989

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What type of surgeon may have OR privileges to perform surgical procedures in and around the mouth?c
 
  a. Pathologist
  b. Oral surgeon
  c. Gynecologist
  d. Dermatologist

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What type of procedure involves the removal of the tongue and the use of a free flap?
 
  a. Uvulopalatopharyngo plasty
  b. Glossectomy
  c. Laryngectomy
  d. Mucogingivoplasty



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dominiqueenicolee

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Oral surgeons and dentists may have privileges in the OR. They may be limited to extraction of teeth, minor oral surgery, correction of dentofacial deformities, and maxillofacial surgery.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
A glossectomy involves a portion or all of the tongue being removed. The extent of the resection determines the type of reconstruction to be used to resurface the oral cavity.




cherise1989

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Reply 2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Excellent


Liamb2179

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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