NDAEB MOCK BOARD EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
100% CORRECT ANSWERS
What is the function of a dental liner? - correct answer -thin layer of material that protects the pulp
On what tooth structure is a liner placed? - correct answer -placed on the deepest portion of the cavity
prep
What are three unique qualities of Calcium Hydroxide - correct answer -protects the pulp from chemical
irritation, stimulates production of secondary dentin, compatible with all types of materials.
What are the three types of Pulpal stimuli - correct answer -Physical, Mechanical, Chemical & Biologic
Can Varnish be placed under all restorative materials? If not, with which materials is it contraindicated?
Is there an alternative material that is similar? - correct answer -Varnishes are used under Amalgams
only, they are corrosive to composite resins. A Dentin Sealer would be used instead of a varnish.
What does an insulating base do for a tooth? - correct answer -Insulating Base- placed in a deep cavity
prep to protect the tooth from thermal shock. Protective Base- placed when it's necessary to protect the
pulp before the restoration is placed ( without it there could be post op sensitivity) Sedative Base- help
soothe a pulp that has been damaged during the process of removing decay.
What effect does eugenol have on the pulp? - correct answer -soothing to the pulp
What is the main function for all liners, bases, varnishes? - correct answer -All liners and bases replace
lost dentin
What makes Glass Ionomer Cements so popular? - correct answer -most widely used, releases fluoride,
biocompatible, can be used as a base, liner or a luting cement
What are Brand Names of Liners, Varnishes - correct answer -Liners- Cavitec, Dycal, Hydrex, Vitrebond,
Life, Pulprotex. Varnishes- Caulk, Coplite, Cavaseal, Handiliner
How far below the gingival margin should a matrix band be seated? If it doesn't seat that far what is
used instead? - correct answer -Matrix Band should be 1 mm below the gingival wall, if not an extension
band is used
How do we determine the size of the wedge to be used? - correct answer -The size and shape of the
embrasure will determine the size of the wedge used
Are wedges placed from the facial/buccal or the lingual surface? - correct answer -Wedges are placed
from the lingual side.
100% CORRECT ANSWERS
What is the function of a dental liner? - correct answer -thin layer of material that protects the pulp
On what tooth structure is a liner placed? - correct answer -placed on the deepest portion of the cavity
prep
What are three unique qualities of Calcium Hydroxide - correct answer -protects the pulp from chemical
irritation, stimulates production of secondary dentin, compatible with all types of materials.
What are the three types of Pulpal stimuli - correct answer -Physical, Mechanical, Chemical & Biologic
Can Varnish be placed under all restorative materials? If not, with which materials is it contraindicated?
Is there an alternative material that is similar? - correct answer -Varnishes are used under Amalgams
only, they are corrosive to composite resins. A Dentin Sealer would be used instead of a varnish.
What does an insulating base do for a tooth? - correct answer -Insulating Base- placed in a deep cavity
prep to protect the tooth from thermal shock. Protective Base- placed when it's necessary to protect the
pulp before the restoration is placed ( without it there could be post op sensitivity) Sedative Base- help
soothe a pulp that has been damaged during the process of removing decay.
What effect does eugenol have on the pulp? - correct answer -soothing to the pulp
What is the main function for all liners, bases, varnishes? - correct answer -All liners and bases replace
lost dentin
What makes Glass Ionomer Cements so popular? - correct answer -most widely used, releases fluoride,
biocompatible, can be used as a base, liner or a luting cement
What are Brand Names of Liners, Varnishes - correct answer -Liners- Cavitec, Dycal, Hydrex, Vitrebond,
Life, Pulprotex. Varnishes- Caulk, Coplite, Cavaseal, Handiliner
How far below the gingival margin should a matrix band be seated? If it doesn't seat that far what is
used instead? - correct answer -Matrix Band should be 1 mm below the gingival wall, if not an extension
band is used
How do we determine the size of the wedge to be used? - correct answer -The size and shape of the
embrasure will determine the size of the wedge used
Are wedges placed from the facial/buccal or the lingual surface? - correct answer -Wedges are placed
from the lingual side.
