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DASLE MN Exam Questions Correct
Answers New Update (A+ Pass)
What system has a tightening wrench to tighten and loosen the band? - ✔✔Automatrix
What is the purpose of a wedge? How many do you need for an MOD restoration? -
✔✔To contour and hold the band securely, 2 wedges
auto matrix is unique in that it has a wrench that does what? - ✔✔has no retainer to
hold the band in place. the tightening wrench is inserted into the coil and is turned
clockwise to tighten the band
What occurs if the wedge is not place properly? - ✔✔Overhang or cupping
Class III & IV composites use what type of matrix system? - ✔✔Celluloid strip "Mylar"
wedges function is to? - ✔✔insert into the lingual embrasure to hold the band firmly
against the gingival margin of the prep.
for posterior restoration, where is the wedge inserted? - ✔✔inserted on the lingual side
what is used to insert the wedge? - ✔✔110 howe pliers
The universal band when placed should extend _____ mm above the ________ surface?
- ✔✔1 ½ to 2 mm above the occlusal surface
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what is T-band made from? - ✔✔stainless steel or copper
what is the universal retainer (tofflemire retainer) - ✔✔a mechanical device that holds
the matrix band snugly in position. it's designed for class II amalgam restoration and
intermediate. It's positioned from the buccal surface of the tooth being restored
Explain the rule for posterior teeth isolation. - ✔✔Isolate 1 to 2 teeth distal to the tooth
being treated (working tooth), and isolate 3 to 4 teeth mesial or 6 to 8 teeth for better
stability
Explain the rule for anterior teeth isolation. What is the exception to the rule? -
✔✔Isolate canine to canine, clamp may not be needed, ligate between canine and 1st
premolar
Anterior/cervical clamp may be used for Class V, endo tooth or premolar clamps may
be used
The bow of the dental dam clamp is placed towards the _____ and the four points of the
clamp are resting _______________? - ✔✔The distal and below the height of contour
Which side of the tooth is the clamp placed on first? - ✔✔Lingual, this allows for a
fulcrum to place the clamp
List items that can be used to invert dental dam. - ✔✔Air, Plastic instrument (blunt
instrument), black spoon or beavertail burnisher, Waxed floss
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the bow of the dental dam clam is placed towards the _____ and the four points of the
clamp are resting _______? - ✔✔towards the distal and the four points of the clamp are
resting below the height of contour
Which side of the tooth is the clamp placed on first? - ✔✔Lingual, this allows for a
fulcrum to place the clamp
List items that can be used to invert dental dam. - ✔✔Air, Plastic instrument (blunt
instrument) black spoon or, beavertail burnisher, Waxed floss
List the hole punch numbers for each type of tooth: - ✔✔5 - Anchor Tooth (clamped
tooth) or keyhole punch #5 (double punched if using a winged clamp)
4 - MX & MN molars
3 - MX & MN canines and premolars
2 - Maxillary anterior centrals & laterals
1 - Mandibular anterior centrals & laterals
List the steps for removal of the dental dam. - ✔✔Remove opposite ligature/anchor
(Wedjet or floss)
Cut the dam septum on the facial side
Remove the clamp
Remove dam and frame
Author: Katelyn Whitman. ©2025, All Rights Reserved.
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Check for pieces
Floss
Massage tissue
List the uses/advantages of using dental dam. - ✔✔Better patient management and
protection from debris, materials and liquids
Controls moisture
Decreases operator time
Effective barrier control for infection control
Used for RCT, sealants, restorations, whitening, not used for oral surgery
Why is a dental dam napkin used? - ✔✔Absorbs moisture, Latex allergies or reduce
latex sensitivity, Patient comfort
Which clamp is used for a class V restoration? - ✔✔Cervical clamp (butterfly) 9, 212, 214
etc.
Which dental frame is placed under the dam material? - ✔✔Plastic U-shaped frame due
to being radiolucent
Which dental frame is placed on the outside of the dam material? - ✔✔Youngs U-
shaped metal frame
Otsby plastic round frame
Author: Katelyn Whitman. ©2025, All Rights Reserved.
DASLE MN Exam Questions Correct
Answers New Update (A+ Pass)
What system has a tightening wrench to tighten and loosen the band? - ✔✔Automatrix
What is the purpose of a wedge? How many do you need for an MOD restoration? -
✔✔To contour and hold the band securely, 2 wedges
auto matrix is unique in that it has a wrench that does what? - ✔✔has no retainer to
hold the band in place. the tightening wrench is inserted into the coil and is turned
clockwise to tighten the band
What occurs if the wedge is not place properly? - ✔✔Overhang or cupping
Class III & IV composites use what type of matrix system? - ✔✔Celluloid strip "Mylar"
wedges function is to? - ✔✔insert into the lingual embrasure to hold the band firmly
against the gingival margin of the prep.
for posterior restoration, where is the wedge inserted? - ✔✔inserted on the lingual side
what is used to insert the wedge? - ✔✔110 howe pliers
The universal band when placed should extend _____ mm above the ________ surface?
- ✔✔1 ½ to 2 mm above the occlusal surface
Author: Katelyn Whitman. ©2025, All Rights Reserved.
, 2|Page
what is T-band made from? - ✔✔stainless steel or copper
what is the universal retainer (tofflemire retainer) - ✔✔a mechanical device that holds
the matrix band snugly in position. it's designed for class II amalgam restoration and
intermediate. It's positioned from the buccal surface of the tooth being restored
Explain the rule for posterior teeth isolation. - ✔✔Isolate 1 to 2 teeth distal to the tooth
being treated (working tooth), and isolate 3 to 4 teeth mesial or 6 to 8 teeth for better
stability
Explain the rule for anterior teeth isolation. What is the exception to the rule? -
✔✔Isolate canine to canine, clamp may not be needed, ligate between canine and 1st
premolar
Anterior/cervical clamp may be used for Class V, endo tooth or premolar clamps may
be used
The bow of the dental dam clamp is placed towards the _____ and the four points of the
clamp are resting _______________? - ✔✔The distal and below the height of contour
Which side of the tooth is the clamp placed on first? - ✔✔Lingual, this allows for a
fulcrum to place the clamp
List items that can be used to invert dental dam. - ✔✔Air, Plastic instrument (blunt
instrument), black spoon or beavertail burnisher, Waxed floss
Author: Katelyn Whitman. ©2025, All Rights Reserved.
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the bow of the dental dam clam is placed towards the _____ and the four points of the
clamp are resting _______? - ✔✔towards the distal and the four points of the clamp are
resting below the height of contour
Which side of the tooth is the clamp placed on first? - ✔✔Lingual, this allows for a
fulcrum to place the clamp
List items that can be used to invert dental dam. - ✔✔Air, Plastic instrument (blunt
instrument) black spoon or, beavertail burnisher, Waxed floss
List the hole punch numbers for each type of tooth: - ✔✔5 - Anchor Tooth (clamped
tooth) or keyhole punch #5 (double punched if using a winged clamp)
4 - MX & MN molars
3 - MX & MN canines and premolars
2 - Maxillary anterior centrals & laterals
1 - Mandibular anterior centrals & laterals
List the steps for removal of the dental dam. - ✔✔Remove opposite ligature/anchor
(Wedjet or floss)
Cut the dam septum on the facial side
Remove the clamp
Remove dam and frame
Author: Katelyn Whitman. ©2025, All Rights Reserved.
, 4|Page
Check for pieces
Floss
Massage tissue
List the uses/advantages of using dental dam. - ✔✔Better patient management and
protection from debris, materials and liquids
Controls moisture
Decreases operator time
Effective barrier control for infection control
Used for RCT, sealants, restorations, whitening, not used for oral surgery
Why is a dental dam napkin used? - ✔✔Absorbs moisture, Latex allergies or reduce
latex sensitivity, Patient comfort
Which clamp is used for a class V restoration? - ✔✔Cervical clamp (butterfly) 9, 212, 214
etc.
Which dental frame is placed under the dam material? - ✔✔Plastic U-shaped frame due
to being radiolucent
Which dental frame is placed on the outside of the dam material? - ✔✔Youngs U-
shaped metal frame
Otsby plastic round frame
Author: Katelyn Whitman. ©2025, All Rights Reserved.
