Restorative
examples of low and high solubility
low = sand
high = sugar
what gives eugenol the soothing quality
clove oil
a temporary crown is also called
provisional coverage
what is the purpose of a matrix?
create a temporary interproximal wall to place amalgam, composite, and/or IRM
surface closest to tongue
lingual
an electrical current that takes place when two different metals come together
galvanic
Dycal is the most common brand name for what
calcium hydroxide
what step must be done after mixing
use a 2x2 and alcohol to clean the spatula (and glass slab if one was used)
used for primary teeth
T-band
How many deciduous teeth are there?
20
the ability of a material to withstand permanent distortion under compressive stress without sustaining permanent damage
malleability
Main advantage of using glass ionomer
it releases fluoride
name at least 2 of the 4 cementing errors
improper mixing technique, time, humidity, or incorrect temperature of the glass slab
matrix for anterior teeth
Mylar strip or celluloid strip
ex. Dr. Pepper or soda
what should always be done before tx on a pt
med hx and consent
auto-cured vs light-cured?
*Gold star for third type*
auto-cured = material hardens as the result of a chemical reaction when mixed
light-cured = material doesn't harden until it's been exposed with curing light
*dual-cured*
ZOE can be used as a ______ and a _______
tempororay cement; temporary restoration
which cement has a pH level closest to 7.0
ZOE
wedges are made in what shapes and materials
triangular or round; wood or plastic
RDA renewal time? how many CEUs needed?
every two years; 25 CEUs
if you were born in an odd year, you renew every odd year.
ex. 1989...2023, 2025, 2027, 2029, etc
amalgam alloy powder is composed of what 4 metals
silver, tin, copper, and zinc
a base provides pulpal defense in what 3 ways
protective, insulating, and sedative
3 types of cements
type I: adhesive to hold indirect restoration (ortho bracket)
type II: used as a restorative material (IRM or sealants)
type III: placed within cavity preparation (bond, liners, or bases)
smaller circumference vs larger circumference
smaller towards the gingiva
larger towards occlusal edge
arched part of the rubber dam clamp joining the two jaws is called?
bow