NDAEB Mock Board Exam Questions And
Answers Latest Top Score.
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
Answers Latest Top Score.
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
