Cover plate

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

Blood Plate; dressing board; Post-bleeding plate

Definition
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A cover plate is a prosthetic aid for the dentist in case of postoperative bleeding following surgical interventions in the jaw area.

General information
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A dental cover plate is often made of plastic and is either attached to the teeth with a wire or to the jaw with screws. This technique is used to stop bleeding mechanically or by compression.

The cover plate is also called "hemorrhage plate, post-bleeding plate, dressing plate" because it provides protection against post-bleeding by mechanically closing or compressing a wound for a longer period of time after surgery (especially in cases of blood coagulation disorders).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020