DASLE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What is the primary purpose of topical anesthesia - Answer -Provide a numbing effects
in an area where an injection is to take place
How many millimeters below the surface does topical anesthesia numb the nerves -
Answer -2-3 mm
How long does topical anesthesia typically last - Answer -15-30 minutes
What is the most common topical anesthetic - Answer -Lidocaine
What is the most common topical numbing gel - Answer -Benzocaine
Topical anesthetic products come in which forms - Answer -Ointments, liquids, sprays,
and patches
The topical patch provides topical anesthesia within - Answer -10 seconds
Topical spray suppresses... - Answer -Gag reflex
T/F it is hard to spray gel in a very specific area and is NOT the most common form of
topical numbing gel - Answer -T
The ADA recommends the topical anesthetic be left in place for - Answer -1 minute
What allows the ointment to penetrate the surface better and to not become diluted by
saliva, which would decrease its effectiveness - Answer -Drying the site
What type of injection is near larger terminal nerve branches - Answer -Field block
What type of needle is used for infiltration injections - Answer -Short
What type of needle is used for block injections - Answer -Long
T/F topical is placed in the same area that the injection is given - Answer -T
The type of material selected for a temporary restoration is designed to - Answer -
Maintain or restore function and keep the patient comfortable for a limited time
Temporary restorative materials are used for the following reasons
A. To reduce the sensitivity and discomfort of a tooth to determine its diagnosis
B. To maintain function and esthetics of a tooth until a permanent restoration can be
placed
, C. To protect the margins of a prepared tooth that will receive a permanent casting at a
later time
D. To prevent shifting of adjacent or opposing teeth caused by an open space
E. All of the above - Answer -E
The type of restorative material selected depends on - Answer -The location and the
amount of the tooth structure that needs to be restored
What should happens if a tooth has lost a filling or has a small pit within the enamel
what should be used - Answer -An intermediate restorative material should be used
If a cusp is gone, or if the dentist has prepared the tooth for a cast restoration involving
the gingival margin,what should be used - Answer -A provisional coverage material
What can occur from topical. Some clinical manifestations are swelling, redness,
ulcerations, difficulty swallowing, and breathing. - Answer -Allergic reactions
Local anesthesia solutions come under TWO CHEMICAL GROUPS: - Answer -Amides
and esters
What slows down the uptake of an anesthetic agent isn't the bloodstream and increases
the duration of the action (constricts the blood vessels) - Answer -Vasoconstrictors
(epinephrine)
What type of injection is near the small terminal branches - Answer -Local infiltration
What is an intermediate restoration - Answer -A temporary restoration can be placed on
any tooth or surface for a short
When would a dentist recommend placement of an intermediate restoration - Answer -
To wait and determine health of a tooth, waiting to receive permanent restoration, and
financial reasons
What is the material most often selected for an intermediate restorative material -
Answer -IRM (ZOE)
T/F Does ZOE have a sedative effect on the pulp, and fillers that are added to
strengthen the durability of the material - Answer -T
What are some of the most common uses for IRM - Answer -Restoration of primary
teeth, restorative emergencies, base, or caries management
IRM is supplied how - Answer -Powder and liquid
What are some other material that might be used for an intermediate restoration -
Answer -ZOE, B&T, temprex, zinc polyacrylate, cavit
What is the primary purpose of topical anesthesia - Answer -Provide a numbing effects
in an area where an injection is to take place
How many millimeters below the surface does topical anesthesia numb the nerves -
Answer -2-3 mm
How long does topical anesthesia typically last - Answer -15-30 minutes
What is the most common topical anesthetic - Answer -Lidocaine
What is the most common topical numbing gel - Answer -Benzocaine
Topical anesthetic products come in which forms - Answer -Ointments, liquids, sprays,
and patches
The topical patch provides topical anesthesia within - Answer -10 seconds
Topical spray suppresses... - Answer -Gag reflex
T/F it is hard to spray gel in a very specific area and is NOT the most common form of
topical numbing gel - Answer -T
The ADA recommends the topical anesthetic be left in place for - Answer -1 minute
What allows the ointment to penetrate the surface better and to not become diluted by
saliva, which would decrease its effectiveness - Answer -Drying the site
What type of injection is near larger terminal nerve branches - Answer -Field block
What type of needle is used for infiltration injections - Answer -Short
What type of needle is used for block injections - Answer -Long
T/F topical is placed in the same area that the injection is given - Answer -T
The type of material selected for a temporary restoration is designed to - Answer -
Maintain or restore function and keep the patient comfortable for a limited time
Temporary restorative materials are used for the following reasons
A. To reduce the sensitivity and discomfort of a tooth to determine its diagnosis
B. To maintain function and esthetics of a tooth until a permanent restoration can be
placed
, C. To protect the margins of a prepared tooth that will receive a permanent casting at a
later time
D. To prevent shifting of adjacent or opposing teeth caused by an open space
E. All of the above - Answer -E
The type of restorative material selected depends on - Answer -The location and the
amount of the tooth structure that needs to be restored
What should happens if a tooth has lost a filling or has a small pit within the enamel
what should be used - Answer -An intermediate restorative material should be used
If a cusp is gone, or if the dentist has prepared the tooth for a cast restoration involving
the gingival margin,what should be used - Answer -A provisional coverage material
What can occur from topical. Some clinical manifestations are swelling, redness,
ulcerations, difficulty swallowing, and breathing. - Answer -Allergic reactions
Local anesthesia solutions come under TWO CHEMICAL GROUPS: - Answer -Amides
and esters
What slows down the uptake of an anesthetic agent isn't the bloodstream and increases
the duration of the action (constricts the blood vessels) - Answer -Vasoconstrictors
(epinephrine)
What type of injection is near the small terminal branches - Answer -Local infiltration
What is an intermediate restoration - Answer -A temporary restoration can be placed on
any tooth or surface for a short
When would a dentist recommend placement of an intermediate restoration - Answer -
To wait and determine health of a tooth, waiting to receive permanent restoration, and
financial reasons
What is the material most often selected for an intermediate restorative material -
Answer -IRM (ZOE)
T/F Does ZOE have a sedative effect on the pulp, and fillers that are added to
strengthen the durability of the material - Answer -T
What are some of the most common uses for IRM - Answer -Restoration of primary
teeth, restorative emergencies, base, or caries management
IRM is supplied how - Answer -Powder and liquid
What are some other material that might be used for an intermediate restoration -
Answer -ZOE, B&T, temprex, zinc polyacrylate, cavit
