Test Bank
Dental Materials
4th Edition
Chapter No. 01: Introduction to Dental Materials
Multiple Choice
1.Until 1970, which of the following groups of dental auxiliaries were allowed to perform intraoral functions in
all states?
1. Dental hygienists
2. Registered dental assistants
3. Certified dental assistants
4. On-the-job trained dental assistants
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 1, 2
d. 1
2.How would a dental office decide which dental materials to use?
1. Use samples.
2. Analyze publications.
3. Dentists preference.
4. Patient treatment needs.
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 1, 2
d. 1
3.What was the “Amalgam War” fought over?
a. Mining rights in states in the Western region of the United States
b. The price of silver in relation to tin and zinc
c. The value and safety of silver dental amalgam
d. Patent issues between France and England
4.Which of the following restorative techniques was first introduced in 1955?
a. Cast gold inlays
b. Cohesive gold foil
c. Acid-etch technique
d. Synthetic resins for denture bases
5.What is Dr. Frederick McKay credited with?
a. Developing an acceptable formula for silver dental amalgam.
b. Demonstrating a casting method to produce gold inlays.
c. Noting dental fluorosis in Colorado Spring.
d. The introduction of dental cements.
6.Since 2005, the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance is awarded to _____ products.
, a. both professional and consumer
b. professional but not consumer
c. consumer but not professional
d. neither professional nor consumer
7.Dental materials considered devices, as well as over-the-counter products sold to the public, are subject to
control and regulation of the _____ Center for Devices and Radiological Health.
a. Food and Drug Administration
b. Drug Enforcement Administration
c. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
d. Department of Human and Health Services
8.Which of the following represents the standards used to develop specifications and testing on an international
level?
1. International Dental Federation (IDF).
2. International Standards Organization (ISO).
3. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
4. American Dental Association (ADA).
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 1, 2
d. 1
9.Which of the following statements is true concerning the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal?
a. All dental products qualify for the Seal.
b. It helps consumers make informed decisions about the safety and efficiency of
products.
c. The ADA Seal is usually awarded for the life of the product.
d. Once a product has been accepted, it does not need to be reevaluated if its
composition changes.
10.In the dental office, who does the delivery of dental materials often fall to?
1. The dentist
2. The dental hygienist
3. The dental assistant
4. The dental laboratory technician
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 1, 2
d. 1
11.Which of the following is not a classification of dental materials?
a. Preventive
b. Biological
c. Restorative
d. Therapeutic
12.What is the best resource for choosing which dental material to use?
, a. Reading professional journals
b. Meeting with manufacturers’ representatives
c. Discussing which materials colleagues use
d. All of the above are good resources.
13.The first acceptable amalgam formula was developed by _____ in 1895.
a. G.V. Black
b. Pierre Fuchard
c. Dr. Frederick McKay
d. Dr. William Taggart
14.What is today’s approach to dental care referred to as?
a. Individualized care
b. Comprehensive care
c. Science-based dentistry
d. Evidence-based dentistry
15.In history, the earliest recorded mention of restorative dentistry occurs when?
a. 2500 BC
b. 600 BC
c. 1200 AD
d. 1700 AD
16.According to the earliest historical mention, in which location was fluoride first used?
a. China
b. Prussia
c. England
d. Colorado Springs
Matching
Match the items with the correct description below.
a. Food and Drug Administration
b. American Dental Association
c. International Standards Organization
____ 17. Seal of Acceptance
____ 18. Regulation over dental devices
____ 19. Standards to develop specifications on an international level
Short Answer
20. Why is it important for continued development of dental biomaterials?
, ANSWER SECTION
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. ANS: D
Until 1970, only the dental hygienist was allowed to perform intraoral functions in all states.
Although laws vary from state to state, virtually every state has modified, updated, and made
changes to state restrictions to allow for the performance of intraoral procedures by all allied oral
health care practitioners.
DIF: Apply REF: The Role of the Dental Auxiliary in the Use of Dental Materials | p. 1
OBJ: 2
TOP: NBDHE, Providing Supportive Treatment Services 6.0 | CODA, GCE Domain IV
Diagnostic/Laboratory Procedures and Dental Materials
2. ANS: A
The American Dental Association advocates the use of evidence-based dentistry to choose which
dental materials are best utilized in the assessment of which dental materials best represent the
needs of the dental practice. This evidence is based on scientific information published in
professional publications. Other considerations including the use of samples provided by
manufactures representatives, the dentists preference related to properties and handling, as well a
materials selected for a patients individual treatment needs.
DIF: Apply REF: Evidence-Based Dentistry | p. 2 OBJ: 3
TOP: NBDHE | CODA, GCE Domain IV Diagnostic/Laboratory Procedures and Dental
Materials
3. ANS: C
The “Amalgam War” was fought over the value and safety of silver dental amalgam. It did not end
until 1895, when G.V. Black developed an acceptable amalgam formula.
DIF: Understand REF: The Historical Development of Dental Materials | p. 3
OBJ: 1
TOP: NBDHE, Providing Supportive Treatment Services 6.0 | CODA, GCE Domain IV
Diagnostic/Laboratory Procedures and Dental Materials
4. ANS: C
The acid-etch technique was introduced in 1955. Cohesive gold foil, which could be condensed
directly into the cavity preparation, was introduced in 1855. In 1907, Dr. William Taggart
demonstrated a casting method to produce gold inlays. Synthetic resins were introduced in 1932;
these resins soon replaced rubber as the denture base of choice. Around this time, synthetic resins
also became a popular tooth-colored alternative, and, together with the introduction of the
acid-etch technique, they have evolved into composite resin, one of the most popular restorative
materials.
DIF: Knowledge REF: The Historical Development of Dental Materials | p. 4
OBJ: 4
Dental Materials
4th Edition
Chapter No. 01: Introduction to Dental Materials
Multiple Choice
1.Until 1970, which of the following groups of dental auxiliaries were allowed to perform intraoral functions in
all states?
1. Dental hygienists
2. Registered dental assistants
3. Certified dental assistants
4. On-the-job trained dental assistants
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 1, 2
d. 1
2.How would a dental office decide which dental materials to use?
1. Use samples.
2. Analyze publications.
3. Dentists preference.
4. Patient treatment needs.
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 1, 2
d. 1
3.What was the “Amalgam War” fought over?
a. Mining rights in states in the Western region of the United States
b. The price of silver in relation to tin and zinc
c. The value and safety of silver dental amalgam
d. Patent issues between France and England
4.Which of the following restorative techniques was first introduced in 1955?
a. Cast gold inlays
b. Cohesive gold foil
c. Acid-etch technique
d. Synthetic resins for denture bases
5.What is Dr. Frederick McKay credited with?
a. Developing an acceptable formula for silver dental amalgam.
b. Demonstrating a casting method to produce gold inlays.
c. Noting dental fluorosis in Colorado Spring.
d. The introduction of dental cements.
6.Since 2005, the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance is awarded to _____ products.
, a. both professional and consumer
b. professional but not consumer
c. consumer but not professional
d. neither professional nor consumer
7.Dental materials considered devices, as well as over-the-counter products sold to the public, are subject to
control and regulation of the _____ Center for Devices and Radiological Health.
a. Food and Drug Administration
b. Drug Enforcement Administration
c. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
d. Department of Human and Health Services
8.Which of the following represents the standards used to develop specifications and testing on an international
level?
1. International Dental Federation (IDF).
2. International Standards Organization (ISO).
3. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
4. American Dental Association (ADA).
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 1, 2
d. 1
9.Which of the following statements is true concerning the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal?
a. All dental products qualify for the Seal.
b. It helps consumers make informed decisions about the safety and efficiency of
products.
c. The ADA Seal is usually awarded for the life of the product.
d. Once a product has been accepted, it does not need to be reevaluated if its
composition changes.
10.In the dental office, who does the delivery of dental materials often fall to?
1. The dentist
2. The dental hygienist
3. The dental assistant
4. The dental laboratory technician
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 1, 2
d. 1
11.Which of the following is not a classification of dental materials?
a. Preventive
b. Biological
c. Restorative
d. Therapeutic
12.What is the best resource for choosing which dental material to use?
, a. Reading professional journals
b. Meeting with manufacturers’ representatives
c. Discussing which materials colleagues use
d. All of the above are good resources.
13.The first acceptable amalgam formula was developed by _____ in 1895.
a. G.V. Black
b. Pierre Fuchard
c. Dr. Frederick McKay
d. Dr. William Taggart
14.What is today’s approach to dental care referred to as?
a. Individualized care
b. Comprehensive care
c. Science-based dentistry
d. Evidence-based dentistry
15.In history, the earliest recorded mention of restorative dentistry occurs when?
a. 2500 BC
b. 600 BC
c. 1200 AD
d. 1700 AD
16.According to the earliest historical mention, in which location was fluoride first used?
a. China
b. Prussia
c. England
d. Colorado Springs
Matching
Match the items with the correct description below.
a. Food and Drug Administration
b. American Dental Association
c. International Standards Organization
____ 17. Seal of Acceptance
____ 18. Regulation over dental devices
____ 19. Standards to develop specifications on an international level
Short Answer
20. Why is it important for continued development of dental biomaterials?
, ANSWER SECTION
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. ANS: D
Until 1970, only the dental hygienist was allowed to perform intraoral functions in all states.
Although laws vary from state to state, virtually every state has modified, updated, and made
changes to state restrictions to allow for the performance of intraoral procedures by all allied oral
health care practitioners.
DIF: Apply REF: The Role of the Dental Auxiliary in the Use of Dental Materials | p. 1
OBJ: 2
TOP: NBDHE, Providing Supportive Treatment Services 6.0 | CODA, GCE Domain IV
Diagnostic/Laboratory Procedures and Dental Materials
2. ANS: A
The American Dental Association advocates the use of evidence-based dentistry to choose which
dental materials are best utilized in the assessment of which dental materials best represent the
needs of the dental practice. This evidence is based on scientific information published in
professional publications. Other considerations including the use of samples provided by
manufactures representatives, the dentists preference related to properties and handling, as well a
materials selected for a patients individual treatment needs.
DIF: Apply REF: Evidence-Based Dentistry | p. 2 OBJ: 3
TOP: NBDHE | CODA, GCE Domain IV Diagnostic/Laboratory Procedures and Dental
Materials
3. ANS: C
The “Amalgam War” was fought over the value and safety of silver dental amalgam. It did not end
until 1895, when G.V. Black developed an acceptable amalgam formula.
DIF: Understand REF: The Historical Development of Dental Materials | p. 3
OBJ: 1
TOP: NBDHE, Providing Supportive Treatment Services 6.0 | CODA, GCE Domain IV
Diagnostic/Laboratory Procedures and Dental Materials
4. ANS: C
The acid-etch technique was introduced in 1955. Cohesive gold foil, which could be condensed
directly into the cavity preparation, was introduced in 1855. In 1907, Dr. William Taggart
demonstrated a casting method to produce gold inlays. Synthetic resins were introduced in 1932;
these resins soon replaced rubber as the denture base of choice. Around this time, synthetic resins
also became a popular tooth-colored alternative, and, together with the introduction of the
acid-etch technique, they have evolved into composite resin, one of the most popular restorative
materials.
DIF: Knowledge REF: The Historical Development of Dental Materials | p. 4
OBJ: 4
