ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
The professional code of ethics is... - CORRECT ANSWER - voluntary
sedative - CORRECT ANSWER - The type of base placed to soothe pulp that has been
irritated by decay, injury, or trauma from a cavity preparation is
Impressions - CORRECT ANSWER - negative reproduction of the teeth
What does the term oral evacuation describe? - CORRECT ANSWER - The process of
removing excess fluids and debris from the mouth
Acrylate - CORRECT ANSWER - A salt or eater of acrylic acid
What are the two types of statutory law? - CORRECT ANSWER - criminal and civil
celluloid strip - CORRECT ANSWER - ________ _________: Clear Plastic Strip used to
provide a temporary interproximal wall for the restoration of an anterior tooth surface.
Autonomy - CORRECT ANSWER - Self-determination. Includes the right to privacy,
freedom of choice, and the acceptance of responsibility for ones own actions
cupping - CORRECT ANSWER - _________: Form created by a concave tooth surface that
has not been contoured properly.
a conditioner/etchant - CORRECT ANSWER - To prepare a tooth surface for adhesion of
material to tooth structure, the dentist may select ____________ for the tooth preparation.
,Classifications of Impressions - CORRECT ANSWER - Preliminary- are taken by the dentist
or by the EFDA and are used to create a reproduction of the teeth and surrounding tissues.
Final- Most likely taken by the dentist and are used to produce the most accurate reproductive of
the teeth ans surrounding tissues.
Bite Registration (occlusal)- taken by the dentist or EFDA to produce a reproduction of the
occlusal relationship between the maxillary ans mandibular teeth.
What are the two oral evacuation systems? - CORRECT ANSWER - Saliva Ejector
HVE - High Volume Evacuator
Dental Sealant - CORRECT ANSWER - Coating that covers the occlusal pits and fissures of
teeth
What is the difference between an act of omission and an act of commission? - CORRECT
ANSWER - An act of omission is not doing something that should have been done, and an act
of commission is doing something that should not have been done.
Filled Resin - CORRECT ANSWER - Sealant material that contains filler particles
What is the difference between an expressed contract and an implied contract? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Expressed contracts are established through the written word or verbal
agreement, and implied contracts are established by actions, not words.
Saliva Ejector - CORRECT ANSWER - Small, straw shaped
Used during LESS INVASIVE procedures
CANNOT remove debris
,Impression Trays - CORRECT ANSWER - Used to hold the material within the mouth. These
trays must be rigid to carry the impression material into the oral cavity, hold material close to
teeth, and avoid breaking during removal.
Spatula, explorer - CORRECT ANSWER - What is used to mix the calcium hydroxide cavity
liner?
mylar - CORRECT ANSWER - ________: Brand name for clear plastic strip used to provide
a temporary wall for restoration of an anterior tooth.
Justice - CORRECT ANSWER - Fair treatment for all. giving people what they deserve and
are entitled to receive.
During what type of procedures is the saliva ejector used? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Preventive Procedures: prophylaxis, placement of sealants, and fluoride treatments
Control of saliva and moisture under dental dam
Cementation of crown and bridge prostheses
Orthodontic bonding procedures
Light-cured - CORRECT ANSWER - Type of material that is polymerized by a curing light
What is the purpose of licensure? - CORRECT ANSWER - Meant to protect the public from
incompetent practitioners.
Stock trays - CORRECT ANSWER - Quadrant Trays- cover half the arch
Section trays- used to cover anterior portion of the arch
Full-arch Trays- cover entire arch
, Physical(thermal,electricity), mechanical (handpiece,traumatic occlussion) ,chemical(acid from
dental materials) , biological (bacteria from saliva) - CORRECT ANSWER - 4 types of pulpal
stimuli include
overhang - CORRECT ANSWER - _________: Excess restorative material that extends
beyond the cavity margin.
Nonmaleficence term - CORRECT ANSWER - to "do no harm" to the patient. physically or
mentally.
Veracity - CORRECT ANSWER - truthfulness; not lying to the patient
palodent - CORRECT ANSWER - __________:Small, oval shaped matrix made of stainless
steel used interproximally during a tooth restoration.
over - CORRECT ANSWER - Cavity varnish is placed _____ the liner or insulating base.
Sizing of Tray - CORRECT ANSWER - Comfortable for the patient
Extends slightly beyond the facial surfaces of the teeth
Extends approximately 2-3 mm beyond the third molar
Deep to allow 2-3 mm of material between the tray and occlusion
Saliva Ejector Placement - CORRECT ANSWER - 1) Can be held throughout procedure, use
of repeated sweeps
2) Can be used by positioning the suction tip in mouth