Whitening
Which factor should be evaluated before preforming a teeth whitening procedure?
A. Allergy to peroxide
B. High sugar diet
C. Regular use of mouth rinse
D. Tobacco used
A. Allergy to peroxide
True or False? Dental cements are all chemically cured
False. Dental cements are being both chemically cured and light cured.
Which oral condition could potentially prevent successful dental implant placement?
A. Bruxism
B. Halitosis
C. Tooth discoloration
D. Xerostomia
A. Bruxism
Is alginate aqueous or non-aqueous?
Aqueous.Alginate is a hydrophilic (water-attracting) material that is typically mixed with water to form a paste.
Why do we put bases under metal restorations?
Insulates against electrical conductivity
Which dental issue should be addressed before proceeding with a tooth whitening treatment?
A. Misaligned teeth
B. Sensitive teeth
C. Tooth abrasion
D. Worn enamel
Which dental cement has fluoride-releasing properties?
A. Composite resin
B. Glass ionomer
C. Zinc oxide-eugenol
D. Zinc phosphate
B. Glass ionomer
What is the most significant anatomical factor that contraindicates a dental implant?
Insufficient bone density
False. This material changes from a liquid to a gel with cold temperatures and requires special equipment. Not widely utilized
Which active material is found in denture cleaners?
A. Carbamide Peroxide
B. Potassium Nitrate
C. Pyrophosphate
D. Sodium Bicarbonate
D. Sodium Bicarbonate
Which practice is recommended to minimize staining after teeth whitening?
A. Avoid drinking dark colored beverages
B. Eat hard candies
C. Increase dairy intake
D. Stop smoking
A. Avoid drinking dark colored beverages
Other things to avoid are: soy sauce, wine, coffee, tea, and dark sodas
Which material is the main component of dental cement?
A. Aluminum oxide
B. Calcium oxide
C. Silica
D. Zinc oxide
D. Zinc oxide
Titanium
What does syneresis mean?
the shrinking of impression materials due to water or solvent loss
What material is most commonly used to fill the empty space in the pulp after a root canal procedure?
Gutta percha
What length of time do results from professional teeth whitening treatments typically last?
A. 3 to 6 months
B. 6 to 12 months
C. 1 to 2 years
D. 2 + years
B. 6 to 12 months
What material is commonly used for TEMPORARY crowns?
A. Zinc oxide-eugenol
B. Zinc oxide
A. Zinc oxide-eugenol (ZOE)
Which systemic health condition is a contraindication for dental implants?
Diabetes mellitus
What does imbibition mean?
Absorbing/uptake of water
Which dental material is typically used to fabricate dentures?
A. Composite resin
B. Glass ionomer
C. Acrylic
D. Polymethylmethacrylate
D. Polymethylmethacrylate - type of plastic
What condition could potentially restrict using whitening treatments?
Pregnancy or nursing
Often used in root canal therapy, this cement is combined with calcium hydroxide to improve the sealing ability and promote healing of the periapical tissues.
A. Glass ionomer cement
B. Endodontic sealer cement
C. Resin-modified glass ionomer cement
D. Zinc oxide-eugenol (ZOE) cement
B. Endodontic sealer cement
***Remember Calcium Hydroxide. Widely used to stimulate the development of reparative dentin***
Which condition primarily contributes to dental implant failure and is often related to poor oral hygiene?
Peri-implantitis - peri-implantitis is an inflammatory condition affecting tissues around an implant, is a major cause of implant failure and is often related to inadequate oral hygiene.
Which material is MOST used for indirect (crowns/bridges/veneers) restorations?
A. Polysulfide
B. Polyether
C. Vinyl polysiloxane
C. Vinyl polysiloxane - most accurate and is used for MOST dental impressions
Which dental material has the highest wear resistance?
A. Amalgam
B. Composite resin
C. Gold
D. Porcelain
C. Gold