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which radiopaque landmark may be seen on a maxillary molar image? correct
answers
maxillary sinus
which one of the following moisture barriers will be used on the lingual side to
absorb the flow of saliva? correct answers
cotton roll
the purpose of flossing the patient's dentition following selective polishing is to:
polish the inter proximal surfaces
which radiolucent landmark may be seen on a mandibular anterior radiographic
image? correct answers
mental fossa
the dentist who performs the service
provider
the dental assistant will prepare the administration of epinephrine and oxygen
angina pectoris
,how will the dental assistant prepare the relined denture before returning it to
the patient? correct answers
disinfect the denture
a patient is having a benign neoplasm removed from the anterior portion of the
palate
nasopalatine nerve block
What are the conditions that would indicate the need for restorative dentistry?
correct answers
- initial or recurring decay
- replacement or failed restorations
- abrasion or wearing away of tooth structure
True or False: Aesthetic dentistry is primarily devoted to improving the
appearance of teeth; specific conditions that indicate a need for aesthetic
treatment include the replacement of a partial denture.
False
The process of removing unhealthy tooth structure while leaving a limited
amount of healthy structure for the tooth to maintain a restoration is known as
cavity preparation. This process involves which of the following steps? correct
answers
- initial preparation
- outline, resistance, retention, convenience form
- final preparation
,Responsibilities of the dental assistant in the restorative process can include
performing expanded function and maintaining patient control.
True
Class II restorations are found on the....
Posterior teeth
The usual material of choice for class III and Class IV restorations is ...
Composite Resin
The Class V restoration is classified as a smooth surface filling and can be found
on the...
- incisors
- canines
- premolars
When are retention pins used as a part of the direct restorative process? correct
answers
- when decay has extended beyond the normal size and shape of the cavity
preparation
, - when a stronger system for retaining and supporting the restoration is needed
- when one or more cusps of the tooth is missing
A veneer is a thin layer of tooth-coloured material that is placed on the facial
surface of a prepared tooth and is used for:
- improving appearance of teeth that are abraded, eroded or discoloured
- closing a diastema
- improving alignment of teeth
When is tooth whitening or vital bleaching not indicated for a dental patient?
correct answers
when the patient presents with severe tetracycline and fluorosis stains
A matrix must be used to create a temporary wall for which of the following
classifications of tooth restoration? correct answers
Class II, III, and V
The most common matrix system used for class II posterior restorations is the...
tofflemire retainer and matrix band