Deck 21: Restorative Procedures

Question 1

A thin layer of tooth-colored material, fabricated in a laboratory and directly bonded to the tooth is a/an:

A) porcelain inlay
B) amalgam restoration
C) composite restoration
D) veneer

Answer 1

veneer

Question 2

A Tofflemire matrix retainer is also called a ___________ retainer.

Answer 2

universal

Question 3

For posterior restorations, the wedge is positioned from which side?

A) Facial
B) Buccal
C) Lingual
D) Labial

Answer 3

Lingual

Question 4

Vital bleaching is a technique that involves whitening the internal surface of a tooth.

Question 5

In a composite restoration procedure, polishing discs, points, and cups are used:

A) before the matrix band is placed
B) before the composite material is light-cured
C) after the occlusion is checked and adjusted
D) after the dentist administers local anesthetic

Question 6

The most detailed aspect of restoring a tooth is the ________ preparation.

Question 7

Which condition requires esthetic dental treatment?

A) Abrasion of tooth structure
B) Developmental anomalies
C) Failed restorations
D) Carious lesions

Question 8

Which is included in the setup for an amalgam restoration?

A) Condensers
B) Shade guide
C) Mylar matrix
D) Abrasive strips

Question 9

An expanded function is one delegated by the dentist.

Question 10

It is the dental assistant's responsibility to select the shade of composite material.

Question 11

Retention pins are used for which type of restoration?

A) Complex
B) Resin veneer
C) Composite resin
D) Amalgam

Question 12

Veneers cannot:

A) improve the alignment of teeth
B) close a diastema
C) conceal developmental discoloration
D) whiten the enamel

Question 13

The size and shape of the wedge is determined by the size of the:

A) cavity preparation
B) operator's hands
C) embrasure
D) assistant's hands

Question 14

A clear plastic matrix strip is the matrix of choice for __________ restorations.

Question 15

A universal retainer is always positioned in the mouth with the diagonal slot facing:

A) toward the gingiva
B) away from the gingiva
C) toward the midline
D) away from the midline

Question 16

The spindle of the universal retainer serves to:

A) hold the end of the band in the retainer
B) control the size of the loop
C) position the band for the left or right quadrant
D) lock the end of the matrix band in the vise

Question 17

The patient should avoid chewing on a newly placed amalgam restoration for a:

A) day
B) few hours
C) couple days
D) week

Question 18

_________ dentistry is devoted to improving the appearance of teeth.

Question 19

A ___________ is triangular or round in shape, made of wood or plastic, and used to create a proper anatomic contour.

Question 20

Which is used to contour the metal matrix band at the contact area?

A) Mouth mirror handle
B) Cotton pliers
C) Howe pliers
D) Burnisher