order of procedure

order of procedure,

the sequence in which the required steps are taken to complete an operation, such as preparation of the patient and preparation of the cavity and restoration of a tooth.

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procedure (prōsē´jur),

n a series of steps followed in a regular, orderly, definite way, by which a desired result is accomplished.

procedure, dental prosthetic laboratory,

n the steps in the fabrication of a dental prosthesis that do not require the presence of the patient for their accomplishment.

procedure, invasive,

n a series of steps that causes bleeding or the possibility of bleeding.

procedure, Kazanjian's

n.pr See operation, Kazanjian's.

procedure, operating,

n the technique or method of conducting or performing an operation or form of treatment.

procedure, order of,

n the sequence of steps made in performing an operation or following through a technique. In cavity preparation the sequence is as follows: (1) obtain the required outline form, (2) obtain the required resistance form, (3) obtain the required retention form, (4) retain the required convenience form, (5) remove any remaining carious dentin, (6) finish the enamel walls, and (7) make the debridement.

procedure, orthodontic,

n the therapeutic measures employed to correct malalignment and malposition of the teeth and to immobilize and stabilize periodontally involved or previously moved teeth.

procedure, restorative,

n a method or mode of action that reestablishes or reforms a tooth or teeth or portions thereof to anatomic or functional form and health.