Description : Pin Restoration with which material has the best retention: A. Amalgam B. Gold inlay C. Composite D. Glass Ionomer
Last Answer : C. Composite
Description : When incrementally placing a large composite resin restoration, what effect does an air-inhibited layer on the surface of the first increment have on the bond between the first and the second increments? A. ... B. It is desirable and improves the bond C. It is undesirable and should be removed
Last Answer : B. It is desirable and improves the bond
Description : On examination of a composite restoration you find a dark attain: A. Replace the composite B. Repair with unfilled resin C. Apply topical fluoride at the margin
Last Answer : A. Replace the composite
Description : In a posterior vital molar with a core the best material to restore is: A. Amalgam B. Composite resin C. GIC
Last Answer : A. Amalgam
Description : Amalgam restoration, when do you have to replace it? a. Ditching of the edges. b. The probe penetrates the area between the margin and tooth tissue. c. Fissure of the surface of the amalgam. d. When there is chronic inflammation of the pulp.
Last Answer : c. Fissure of the surface of the amalgam.
Description : The principal reasons for placing a gingival interproximal wedge in conjunction with a matrix for amalgam condensation are to: 1. separate the teeth slightly 2. keep the band tight at the gingival margin 3. contribute to the ... b. 1,2,4 c. 2,3,4 d. 1,3,4 e. all of the above
Last Answer : e. all of the above
Description : Occasional sensitivity in a shallow class I amalgam restoration after two days would be managed by: A. Replace old filing immediately B. Oxide Zinc and eugenol C. Using thicker mix of cements D. Tell patient the discomfort will disappear after 4 t o6 weeks E. Ledermix
Last Answer : D. Tell patient the discomfort will disappear after 4 t o6 weeks
Description : The less mercury remaining in condensed amalgam: A. The stronger the restoration which contains fewer matrix alloys and fewer voids B. The weaker the restoration C. The more matrix alloys D. The more voids E. None of the above
Last Answer : A. The stronger the restoration which contains fewer matrix alloys and fewer voids
Description : The principle cause of failure of amalgam restoration is: A. Improperly prepared amalgam B. Improper cavity preparation C. Perio involvement D. Particles of amalgam
Last Answer : B. Improper cavity preparation
Description : The most common cause of fracture at the isthmus of class II dental amalgam restoration is: A. Delayed expansion B. Inadequate depth at the isthmus area C. Inadequate width at the isthmus area
Last Answer : B. Inadequate depth at the isthmus area
Description : The retention pin in an amalgam restoration should be placed, A. Parallel to the outer wall B. Parallel to the long axis of tooth
Last Answer : A. Parallel to the outer wall
Description : For an amalgam restoration of a weakened cusp you should, A. reduce cusp by 2mm on a flat base for more resistance B. reduce cusp by 2mm following the outline of the cusp C. reduce 2mm for retention form
Last Answer : A. reduce cusp by 2mm on a flat base for more resistance
Description : A large amalgam core is to be condensed around several pins in a vital molar tooth; what type of amalgam mix would you prefer: A. A large mix to ensure homogeneity B. A large with ... small mixes with varying mercury/alloy ratios E. A basic mix to which additional mercury is added as needed
Last Answer : C. Several small mixes, sequentially triturated
Description : A patient complains of sensitivity, on examination you find a composite filling restoring a good cavity preparation without any secondary caries; what is your next step: A. Extirpate the pulp that is obviously ... to sedate the pulp C. Ask patient to come back in six months D. Repeat restoration
Last Answer : B. Place ZOE dressing to sedate the pulp
Description : When preparing a class III cavity for composite restoration; in which situation should acid itching be used: A. Always should be performed to minimise marginal leakage B. Should not be ... extra retention is required D. Only in situations where cavity is shallow to avoid pulp irritation
Last Answer : A. Always should be performed to minimise marginal leakage
Description : Which one of this restorative methods will be LEAST compromised by a core, A. Amalgam B. Composite C. GIC D. Cast gold
Last Answer : D. Cast gold
Description : When is a gingival groove LEAST required: A. When restoring with GIC for abrasion B. When restoring with GIC for root caries C. When restoring with GIC base and composite lamination D. When restoring with amalgam
Last Answer : C. When restoring with GIC base and composite lamination
Description : A patient comes to you with medium pain of tooth filled with Composite resin as a result of cold or hot drinks, what will your initial management be, A. Remove the restorative material and ... material and place a sedative temporary material C. Place a coat of bonding material on the old composite
Last Answer : B. Remove the restorative material and place a sedative temporary material
Description : The clinical advantage of porcelain laminate veneers over composite resin veneers is: A. Color stability and resistance to abrasion B. Availability of self-curing or light activated placement (yes but not ... dentist's abilities) D. May be used in edge to edge occlusion or Class III relationships.
Last Answer : A. Color stability and resistance to abrasion
Description : Etching a hybrid glass ionomer-composite a. is necessary for composite resin bonding b. is not necessary for composite resin bonding c. is necessary for adding a glass ionomer cement for repair ... glass ionomer cement for repair e. a 3-5 second etch with 10% phosphoric acid is recommended
Last Answer : b. is not necessary for composite resin bonding
Description : Sensitivity to hot and cold foods soon after cavity preparation and placement of GIC and composite resin in an upper incisor tooth is due to: A. Mechanical trauma due to cavity preparation B. Chemical C. Heat from GIC settings
Last Answer : A. Mechanical trauma due to cavity preparation
Description : A seven years-old boy fell off his bicycle 2 weeks ago and broke his maxillary central incisor. The pulp horn is visible as a pin point. The tooth is vital. Your treatment will be: A. Pulpectomy B. Place calcium hydroxide and fill with composite resin C. Calcium hydroxide pulpotomy
Last Answer : C. Calcium hydroxide pulpotomy
Description : Class V composite resin restorations can be polished, A. 24 hours after application B. Immediately after application C. 3 to 4 days D. 3 to 4 weeks E. Not at all
Last Answer : B. Immediately after application
Description : Which material is not compatible with composite resin: A. Zinc Oxide eugenol (ZOE) B. Ca(OH)2 C. Carboxylate D. Zinc phosphate cement
Last Answer : A. Zinc Oxide eugenol (ZOE)
Description : What is the advantage of composite over silicate resin: A. Less shrinkage B. Less surface erosion C. Less water absorption D. All of the above
Last Answer : D. All of the above
Description : When do you finish composite resin restorations: A. Immediately after curing B. After 24 hours C. A week after placement
Last Answer : A. Immediately after curing
Description : High copper amalgam lasts longer than low copper amalgam because of:** A. Increased compressive strength B. Increased corrosion resistance C. High creep D. Increased tensile strength E. Decreased setting expansion
Last Answer : A. Increased compressive strength
Description : If amalgam gets contaminated with moisture, the most uncommon result is:** A. Blister formation B. Post operative pain C. Secondary caries D. Lower compressive strength
Last Answer : C. Secondary caries
Description : .The main advantage of amalgam with high content of Cu is: A. Better marginal sealing B. Less corrosion C. Better tensile strength D. Higher and immediate compressive strength
Last Answer : B. Less corrosion
Description : .In regard to the glass of quartz particles of filling restorative resin; the microfill resins tend to have, A. A higher coefficient of thermal expansion and a higher crashing strength B. ... and a higher crashing strength D. A lower coefficient of thermal expansion and a lower crashing strength
Last Answer : B. A higher coefficient of thermal expansion and a lower crashing strength
Description : Which of the following is the most significant factor regarding filler in composite for increased strength: A. Particle size 1-3 micron B. Sub micron sized particles C. High concentration of the filler particles
Last Answer : C. High concentration of the filler particles
Description : Two central incisors on a radiograph are showing with what looks like eye drop radiolucency. You decided to start endodontic treatment on these teeth but when you tried to open access to the root ... and start a permanent restoration. B. Start systemic antibiotic C. Try to ream and file canals
Last Answer : C. Try to ream and file canals
Description : While you finish a class I cavity, the enamel is sound but you notice a brown line in the dentine and on the Dento-enamel junction, what is your response, A. You leave it and complete the final restoration B. You extend your preparation and clean it C. You apply a cover of varnish
Last Answer : B. You extend your preparation and clean it
Description : On an X ray you find the cement of the previous root canal treatment is extending 1mm beyond the apex without any symptoms; what would you do: A. Remove restoration material and retreat B. Apiectomy C. Leave as is until any complications occur
Last Answer : C. Leave as is until any complications occur
Description : On an X ray you find the Gutta Percha cone extending 1mm beyond the apex without any symptoms, what would you do: A. Remove restoration material until you are able to withdraw the Gutta Percha cone B. Apiectomy C. Leave as is until any complications occur
Description : During mouth preparation for RPD on tooth adjacent to edentulous area. There is dentine exposure: A. Restoration is required B. Proceed with rest seat preparation and fabrication if involved area is not more than 2mm
Last Answer : A. Restoration is required
Description : In class II restorations, all of the following are considered to occur as probable causes of periodontal problems except: A. Flat ridge B. Faulty or not proper contour C. Not properly polished restoration D. Cervical wall is too deeply apical E. Overextension of lining in cavity
Last Answer : E. Overextension of lining in cavity
Description : Which of the following may be caused by a newly placed restoration which interferes with the occlusion A. Apical abscess B. Pulpal necrosis C. Apical periodontitist
Last Answer : C. Apical periodontitist
Description : Reconstructing the occlusal anatomy is based on: A. Functional factors B. Depth of restoration on a tooth C. Necessity to restore normal anatomy
Last Answer : A. Functional factors
Description : The major disadvantage of self-threaded pins is: A. Friction locked B. Too expensive C. Not all sizes available D. May cause tooth cracking
Last Answer : D. May cause tooth cracking
Description : Which is the more retentive form for an anterior bridge A. ¾ partial veneer crown B. Class V inlay C. Pinlay Veneer D. Class III inlay with pins
Last Answer : A. ¾ partial veneer crown
Description : Oral mucosal pigmentation; what is TRUE: a. Commonly depends on ethnicity. b. Commonly an amalgam tattoo. c. Commonly oral melanoma. d. Commonly melanotic naevus.
Last Answer : a. Commonly depends on ethnicity.
Description : Burnishing the amalgam after carving, what is the benefit? a.Completing the condensation at the marginal edges. b.eleminating excessive mercury
Last Answer : .Completing the condensation at the marginal edges.
Description : What is correct in regard to high copper amalgam, A. Reacts and strengthens the amalgam by its dispersion properties B. Reacts to form copper-tin phase thereby eliminating the tin-mercury ... thereby eliminating the silver mercury phase D. Reacts and strengthens the amalgam by its grain diffusion
Last Answer : B. Reacts to form copper-tin phase thereby eliminating the tin-mercury phase
Description : In preparing a very small proximal amalgam cavity on a molar tooth what would consider, A. Extend the cavity to the gingival margin B. Extend the cavity beyond the contacts areas C. Achieve at least 2mm in dentine D. Extend cavity just beyond dento enamel junction
Last Answer : D. Extend cavity just beyond dento enamel junction
Description : What is the property of high copper amalgam A. Reduced physical creep B. Higher retention
Last Answer : A. Reduced physical creep
Description : After the placement of a class I amalgam the patient comes back to you complaining of pain on masticating and biting; what is the first thing you would look at, A. Occlusal height B. Contacts areas
Last Answer : A. Occlusal height
Description : High content copper amalgam . . . a. generally requires greater energy to accomplish trituration b. should be placed rapidly in large increments c. Continues to leak since the ... not cause galvanism in oral environment e. is equally effective as conventional alloys in clinical studies
Last Answer : a. generally requires greater energy to accomplish trituration
Description : What is TRUE about Oral mucosal pigmentation;: A. Commonly seen in ethnic groups B. Commonly an amalgam tattoo C. Commonly oral melanoma D. Commonly melanotic naevus
Last Answer : A. Commonly seen in ethnic groups
Description : A vital tooth has a crown cemented to a pin-retained amalgam core; where does a failure occur: A. Between crown and cement B. Between core and cement C. In the crown and the root D. In the core and the margin preparation
Last Answer : B. Between core and cement