PA EFDA Board Final Exam 2025 Graded A+
Comprehensive Prep Guide with the Latest Questions!
Primary teeth - Crowns that are narrower at the cementoenamel junction (CEJ) than permanent
teeth.
Mandibular canine tooth - It is narrower labiolingually and mesiodistally than a maxillary canine.
Maxillary and mandibular central incisors - Labial surfaces of the maxillary central incisors are more
rounded from the incisal aspect than those of the mandibular central incisors.
Permanent maxillary teeth with 3 roots - First molars.
Premolar teeth with buccal and lingual roots - Maxillary first premolar.
Last teeth to be lost - Canines.
Cavity classification for interproximal surface of anterior teeth - Class III.
Common matrix for amalgam restorations - Tofflemire matrix.
Metal alloy in amalgam - Primarily composed of silver.
Largest and strongest maxillary teeth - First molars.
Smallest and most symmetric teeth in permanent dentition - Mandibular central incisors.
Teeth with a 5th supplemental cusp - Maxillary first molars.
Teeth replacing primary first molars - First premolars.
,Teeth likely to be out of position in the dental arch - Maxillary third molars.
Teeth varying more in form than any other teeth - Maxillary lateral incisors.
Nonsuccedaneous teeth - Permanent molars.
Rounded enamel extensions on incisal edge of newly erupted incisors - Mamelons.
Primary dentition replaced by first premolars - First primary molar.
Fluoride needs assessment - Helps determine individual need for a specific fluoride therapeutic
program.
Topical fluoride gel application requirement - Teeth must be free of all plaque.
First primary molar - The first primary molar tooth in the dental arch.
Topical fluoride gel application - Teeth must be free of calculus before application.
Chronic overexposure to fluoride - Can result in dental fluorosis in children younger than 6 years with
developing teeth.
Dental caries - Cannot occur without dietary sugars.
Recommended toothbrush type - Dental professionals generally recommend soft-bristled nylon
toothbrushes.
Patient education for oral health - Every person does not need the same patient education for oral
health needs.
Avoiding caries bacteria spread - Parents should not put anything that has been in their mouth into
the mouth of the baby.
,Oral hygiene initiation - Should begin before the baby has teeth.
Plaque reform time - Plaque can reform in about 24 hours after a cleaning.
First step in patient education - Listen carefully and make the patient an active and responsible
partner rather than a passive object.
Preventive dentistry goal - To help people of all ages obtain optimal oral health throughout their
lives.
Toothbrush abrasion - Can be caused by vigorously scrubbing the teeth with a toothbrush.
Fluoride varnish application - It is not recommended to thoroughly dry the teeth when applying
fluoride varnish.
Recommended fluoride concentration - The current recommended concentration of fluoride in
drinking water is 0.7 mg/L.
Preventing dental caries - The most effective means to prevent dental caries is fluoride.
Primary source of topical fluoride - Fluoridated toothpaste.
Protecting occlusal surfaces - Sealant is used to protect difficult to clean occlusal surfaces of teeth
from caries.
Cariogenic food - The term used to identify food that causes dental caries.
Composite restoration finishing steps - All of the following are steps in finishing a composite
restoration except burnishing.
Intermediate restorative material - Should be selected to restore a tooth that has lost a restoration.
Alloy definition - A mixture of two or more metals.
, Amalgam mix consistency - A properly reiterated amalgam mix should be a soft, pliable mass.
Dental materials evaluation - New dental materials must undergo strict evaluation by the ADA before
they can be marketed.
Tensile stress example - Biting off a piece of taffy is an example of tensile stress.
Compressive stress example - Chewing is an example of compressive stress.
Composite restorations classes - Composites can be used for class I, II, III, IV, and V restorations.
Corrosion of metal restorative materials - Is a reaction that occurs when metal is exposed to products
such as temperature, humidity, and saline.
Direct restorations - Dental restorative materials that are applied while pliable to a tooth or teeth
and can be adapted, carved, and finished.
Adhesion film thickness - For adhesion to take place, a specific film thickness is desired.
Corrosion - A reaction that occurs when metal is exposed to products such as temperature, humidity,
and saline.
Direct restorations - Dental restorative materials that are applied, while pliable, to a tooth or teeth
and can be adapted, carved, and finished.
Film thickness for adhesion - Thin film thickness is desired for adhesion to take place.
Class V restorations - Glass ionomer can be used for Class V restorations.
Composite resin shade selection - Ideally, composite resin shades should be chosen in daylight.
Intermediate restorative material (IRM) - IRM is a zinc oxide eugenol cement.
Comprehensive Prep Guide with the Latest Questions!
Primary teeth - Crowns that are narrower at the cementoenamel junction (CEJ) than permanent
teeth.
Mandibular canine tooth - It is narrower labiolingually and mesiodistally than a maxillary canine.
Maxillary and mandibular central incisors - Labial surfaces of the maxillary central incisors are more
rounded from the incisal aspect than those of the mandibular central incisors.
Permanent maxillary teeth with 3 roots - First molars.
Premolar teeth with buccal and lingual roots - Maxillary first premolar.
Last teeth to be lost - Canines.
Cavity classification for interproximal surface of anterior teeth - Class III.
Common matrix for amalgam restorations - Tofflemire matrix.
Metal alloy in amalgam - Primarily composed of silver.
Largest and strongest maxillary teeth - First molars.
Smallest and most symmetric teeth in permanent dentition - Mandibular central incisors.
Teeth with a 5th supplemental cusp - Maxillary first molars.
Teeth replacing primary first molars - First premolars.
,Teeth likely to be out of position in the dental arch - Maxillary third molars.
Teeth varying more in form than any other teeth - Maxillary lateral incisors.
Nonsuccedaneous teeth - Permanent molars.
Rounded enamel extensions on incisal edge of newly erupted incisors - Mamelons.
Primary dentition replaced by first premolars - First primary molar.
Fluoride needs assessment - Helps determine individual need for a specific fluoride therapeutic
program.
Topical fluoride gel application requirement - Teeth must be free of all plaque.
First primary molar - The first primary molar tooth in the dental arch.
Topical fluoride gel application - Teeth must be free of calculus before application.
Chronic overexposure to fluoride - Can result in dental fluorosis in children younger than 6 years with
developing teeth.
Dental caries - Cannot occur without dietary sugars.
Recommended toothbrush type - Dental professionals generally recommend soft-bristled nylon
toothbrushes.
Patient education for oral health - Every person does not need the same patient education for oral
health needs.
Avoiding caries bacteria spread - Parents should not put anything that has been in their mouth into
the mouth of the baby.
,Oral hygiene initiation - Should begin before the baby has teeth.
Plaque reform time - Plaque can reform in about 24 hours after a cleaning.
First step in patient education - Listen carefully and make the patient an active and responsible
partner rather than a passive object.
Preventive dentistry goal - To help people of all ages obtain optimal oral health throughout their
lives.
Toothbrush abrasion - Can be caused by vigorously scrubbing the teeth with a toothbrush.
Fluoride varnish application - It is not recommended to thoroughly dry the teeth when applying
fluoride varnish.
Recommended fluoride concentration - The current recommended concentration of fluoride in
drinking water is 0.7 mg/L.
Preventing dental caries - The most effective means to prevent dental caries is fluoride.
Primary source of topical fluoride - Fluoridated toothpaste.
Protecting occlusal surfaces - Sealant is used to protect difficult to clean occlusal surfaces of teeth
from caries.
Cariogenic food - The term used to identify food that causes dental caries.
Composite restoration finishing steps - All of the following are steps in finishing a composite
restoration except burnishing.
Intermediate restorative material - Should be selected to restore a tooth that has lost a restoration.
Alloy definition - A mixture of two or more metals.
, Amalgam mix consistency - A properly reiterated amalgam mix should be a soft, pliable mass.
Dental materials evaluation - New dental materials must undergo strict evaluation by the ADA before
they can be marketed.
Tensile stress example - Biting off a piece of taffy is an example of tensile stress.
Compressive stress example - Chewing is an example of compressive stress.
Composite restorations classes - Composites can be used for class I, II, III, IV, and V restorations.
Corrosion of metal restorative materials - Is a reaction that occurs when metal is exposed to products
such as temperature, humidity, and saline.
Direct restorations - Dental restorative materials that are applied while pliable to a tooth or teeth
and can be adapted, carved, and finished.
Adhesion film thickness - For adhesion to take place, a specific film thickness is desired.
Corrosion - A reaction that occurs when metal is exposed to products such as temperature, humidity,
and saline.
Direct restorations - Dental restorative materials that are applied, while pliable, to a tooth or teeth
and can be adapted, carved, and finished.
Film thickness for adhesion - Thin film thickness is desired for adhesion to take place.
Class V restorations - Glass ionomer can be used for Class V restorations.
Composite resin shade selection - Ideally, composite resin shades should be chosen in daylight.
Intermediate restorative material (IRM) - IRM is a zinc oxide eugenol cement.
