EFDA Exam Review UPDATED ACTUAL
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
Dental arch wires are held in place by - CORRECT ANSWER - Ligature ties and
elastomeric ties
Which type of cement is preferred for cementation of ceramic veneers? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Composite Resin
The plastic U-shaped frame is placed _____ the dam; the metal Young frame and the Ostby
frame are placed _____ the dam. - CORRECT ANSWER - Under; Outside
The primary advantage of non-eugenol periodontal surgical dressing over periodontal surgical
dressing that does contain eugenol is that - CORRECT ANSWER - Some patients are
allergic to the eugenol and could experience redness and burning pain in the area of the dressing
A cotton roll holder is designed to hold multiple cotton rolls in a more secure manner for the
_____ quadrant. - CORRECT ANSWER - Mandibular
The area of the Mesial or distal surface of a tooth that touches the adjacent tooth in the same arch
- CORRECT ANSWER - Contact Area
When constructing ___ with a vacuum former, you will use a heavier gauge, flexible plastic that
does not require a spacer but does require an attachment for the strap - CORRECT
ANSWER - A Mouth Guard
Selective polishing is recommended, because the: - CORRECT ANSWER - Abrasive
agent used during coronal polishing actually removes a small amount of the fluoride-rich outer
enamel layer.
The diagram used for charting the teeth includes _____ primary teeth and _____ permanent teeth
- CORRECT ANSWER - 20; 32
,If excess cement is not removed from in and around the gingival margin and sulcus of the tooth,
the cement can - CORRECT ANSWER - Irritate the area and cause inflammation and
discomfort.
Which of the following choices represents the lowest ratio, meaning greatest concentration, of
vasoconstrictor in local anesthetic? - CORRECT ANSWER - 1:20,000
A ____ is an instrument calibrated in millimeters that is used to locate and measure the depth of
periodontal pockets. - CORRECT ANSWER - Periodontal probe
The dental wax that is used for recording occlusal rims and for denture wax-ups and that is
supplied in sheets is called ______________ wax - CORRECT ANSWER - Base plate
Covers half of an arch - CORRECT ANSWER - Quadrant tray
______ are available in a synthetic material for patients with latex allergies. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Polishing cups
The dental assistant may have the responsibility of placing the mixed cement into the casting the
cement should be loaded - CORRECT ANSWER - So that a thin lining covers all internal
walls for the casting
______ are used to remove a tooth in one piece, with the crown and root intact. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Forceps
Visible light-cured sealants are polymerized by photo initiators in the resin that are sensitive to
the visible blue light spectrum. - CORRECT ANSWER - Light-cured sealants
Final impressions are taken by the - CORRECT ANSWER - Dentist
, The dental restorations created in the laboratory by the dental laboratory technician are classified
as - CORRECT ANSWER - Indirect restorations
_____ is less irritating to the pulp than is zinc phosphate cement and the pulp reaction is similar
to that ZOE cement. - CORRECT ANSWER - Polycarboxylate cement
DISLODGEMENT OF THE CLOT FROM THE SOCKET OR AN INFECTION IN THE
SOCKET THAT RESULTS IN A FAILURE OF THE HEALING PROCESS CAN LEAD TO -
CORRECT ANSWER - ALVEOLITIS AND DRY SOCKET
Which of the following cement types is/are the most versatile and the least irritating to the pulp?
- CORRECT ANSWER - ZOE Cement and Glass ionomer cement
May be monitored by a certified dental assistant in some states after completion of a board
certified course - CORRECT ANSWER - Intravenous sedation
The term _____ refers to placing the thumb of one hand inside the mouth and the index and third
finger of the other hand outside the mouth, and gently feeling the tissues for any lumps or
abnormalities. - CORRECT ANSWER - Palpation
The retention of the sealant is obtained by etching the enamel with _______, to roughen and to
open the pores in enamel. - CORRECT ANSWER - Phosphoric acid
After it is used, an HVE tip is - CORRECT ANSWER - Thrown away
The term FULCRUM is used to describe the placement of the ___ finger of the hand to stabilize
the handpiece or instrument being used - CORRECT ANSWER - Third
The use of an anesthetic solution without a vasoconstrictor is recommended for patients with a
history of _____ - CORRECT ANSWER - Recent myocardial infarction
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
Dental arch wires are held in place by - CORRECT ANSWER - Ligature ties and
elastomeric ties
Which type of cement is preferred for cementation of ceramic veneers? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Composite Resin
The plastic U-shaped frame is placed _____ the dam; the metal Young frame and the Ostby
frame are placed _____ the dam. - CORRECT ANSWER - Under; Outside
The primary advantage of non-eugenol periodontal surgical dressing over periodontal surgical
dressing that does contain eugenol is that - CORRECT ANSWER - Some patients are
allergic to the eugenol and could experience redness and burning pain in the area of the dressing
A cotton roll holder is designed to hold multiple cotton rolls in a more secure manner for the
_____ quadrant. - CORRECT ANSWER - Mandibular
The area of the Mesial or distal surface of a tooth that touches the adjacent tooth in the same arch
- CORRECT ANSWER - Contact Area
When constructing ___ with a vacuum former, you will use a heavier gauge, flexible plastic that
does not require a spacer but does require an attachment for the strap - CORRECT
ANSWER - A Mouth Guard
Selective polishing is recommended, because the: - CORRECT ANSWER - Abrasive
agent used during coronal polishing actually removes a small amount of the fluoride-rich outer
enamel layer.
The diagram used for charting the teeth includes _____ primary teeth and _____ permanent teeth
- CORRECT ANSWER - 20; 32
,If excess cement is not removed from in and around the gingival margin and sulcus of the tooth,
the cement can - CORRECT ANSWER - Irritate the area and cause inflammation and
discomfort.
Which of the following choices represents the lowest ratio, meaning greatest concentration, of
vasoconstrictor in local anesthetic? - CORRECT ANSWER - 1:20,000
A ____ is an instrument calibrated in millimeters that is used to locate and measure the depth of
periodontal pockets. - CORRECT ANSWER - Periodontal probe
The dental wax that is used for recording occlusal rims and for denture wax-ups and that is
supplied in sheets is called ______________ wax - CORRECT ANSWER - Base plate
Covers half of an arch - CORRECT ANSWER - Quadrant tray
______ are available in a synthetic material for patients with latex allergies. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Polishing cups
The dental assistant may have the responsibility of placing the mixed cement into the casting the
cement should be loaded - CORRECT ANSWER - So that a thin lining covers all internal
walls for the casting
______ are used to remove a tooth in one piece, with the crown and root intact. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Forceps
Visible light-cured sealants are polymerized by photo initiators in the resin that are sensitive to
the visible blue light spectrum. - CORRECT ANSWER - Light-cured sealants
Final impressions are taken by the - CORRECT ANSWER - Dentist
, The dental restorations created in the laboratory by the dental laboratory technician are classified
as - CORRECT ANSWER - Indirect restorations
_____ is less irritating to the pulp than is zinc phosphate cement and the pulp reaction is similar
to that ZOE cement. - CORRECT ANSWER - Polycarboxylate cement
DISLODGEMENT OF THE CLOT FROM THE SOCKET OR AN INFECTION IN THE
SOCKET THAT RESULTS IN A FAILURE OF THE HEALING PROCESS CAN LEAD TO -
CORRECT ANSWER - ALVEOLITIS AND DRY SOCKET
Which of the following cement types is/are the most versatile and the least irritating to the pulp?
- CORRECT ANSWER - ZOE Cement and Glass ionomer cement
May be monitored by a certified dental assistant in some states after completion of a board
certified course - CORRECT ANSWER - Intravenous sedation
The term _____ refers to placing the thumb of one hand inside the mouth and the index and third
finger of the other hand outside the mouth, and gently feeling the tissues for any lumps or
abnormalities. - CORRECT ANSWER - Palpation
The retention of the sealant is obtained by etching the enamel with _______, to roughen and to
open the pores in enamel. - CORRECT ANSWER - Phosphoric acid
After it is used, an HVE tip is - CORRECT ANSWER - Thrown away
The term FULCRUM is used to describe the placement of the ___ finger of the hand to stabilize
the handpiece or instrument being used - CORRECT ANSWER - Third
The use of an anesthetic solution without a vasoconstrictor is recommended for patients with a
history of _____ - CORRECT ANSWER - Recent myocardial infarction
