Deck 53: Dental Implants

Question 1

Which of the following represents the correct sequence for implant placement from start to finish?
1)The titanium implant is surgically embedded into the bone.
2)The abutment post or cylinder attaches to the artificial tooth.
3)The titanium abutment screw is screwed into the implant after osseointegration of the implant and during stage II surgery.

A)1, 2, 3
B)2, 1, 3
C)1, 3, 2
D)3, 1, 2

Answer 1

1, 3, 2

Question 2

The implantation process involves several steps and may take _____ months to complete.

A)one to three
B)three to six
C)three to nine
D)six to twelve

Answer 2

three to nine

Question 3

The entire endosteal dental implant process may take _____ to reach completion.

A)one month
B)three to six weeks
C)three to nine months
D)one year

Answer 3

three to nine months

Question 4

The process by which the living jawbone naturally grows around the dental implant is called:

A)subperiosteal.
B)endosteal.
C)transosteal.
D)osseointegration.

Question 5

Dental implants:

A)provide natural-looking replacements for missing teeth.
B)hold the artificial teeth firmly in place in the bone.
C)incorporate principles from fixed and removable prosthodontics.
D)all of the above.

Question 6

The dental team that works together to perform the implant procedure may includes a periodontist,prosthodontist,oral and maxillofacial surgeon,and:

A)implantologist.
B)orthodontist.
C)pedodontist.
D)endodontist.

Question 7

The ideal candidate for dental implants meets which of the following criteria?

A)Has good stable health and adequate alveolar bone
B)Is willing to commit to conscientious oral hygiene and regular dental visits
C)Is concerned about the financial investment of implants
D)Both a and b

Question 8

A surgical stent:

A)will be used as a guide that is positioned over the alveolar ridge to guide placement of the implant screws in their proper position.
B)is the drill bit used to prepare the alveolus to receive the implant.
C)is used to hold the patient's mouth open during the surgical procedure.
D)fits under the crown and over the root form implant.

Question 9

Indications for dental implants include:

A)replacing multiple missing teeth with fixed bridgework involving tooth preparation of adjacent abutment teeth.
B)providing support for removable partial dentures.
C)improving the esthetic appearance of the patient's teeth and mouth.
D)both a and b.

Question 10

Dental implants:

A)require modification of adjacent teeth.
B)are far less expensive than a conventional bridge.
C)can prevent the bone loss and gum recession that often accompany bridgework and dentures.
D)can support a bridge, but not a denture.

Question 11

Some medical conditions that may contraindicate implants include:

A)cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.
B)compromised immune systems.
C)chronic conditions that may impede healing.
D)all of the above.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true of the formation of dental plaque and calculus on implants?

A)Neither dental plaque nor dental calculus can form on dental implants.
B)Dental plaque can form on dental implants but dental calculus will not.
C)Dental plaque cannot form on dental implants but dental calculus will form.
D)Both dental plaque and dental calculus can form on dental implants.

Question 13

Extraoral radiographs,which are needed to evaluate the height,width,and quality of bone,include which of the following views?

A)Reverse Towne projection
B)Waters projection
C)Tomographic
D)Submentovertex

Question 14

Oral anatomic structures that are factors in the placement of dental implants are:

A)maxillary tuberosity.
B)maxillary sinus and nasal floor.
C)retromolar area.
D)lacrimal bones.

Question 15

The placement of dental implants involves both _____ of the prosthesis.

A)extractions and placement
B)surgery and placement
C)design and fabrication
D)preparation and placement

Question 16

A properly placed dental implant has a success rate of more than ___%.

A)90
B)80
C)70
D)60

Question 17

The dental radiographs that are necessary to determine anatomic structures include:

A)periapical.
B)bitewing.
C)occlusal.
D)vertical bitewing.

Question 18

The surgical stent that is used as a template for the placement of the implant screws is made of:

A)stainless steel.
B)titanium.
C)clear acrylic resin.
D)opaque acrylic resin.

Question 19

Implants are frequently made from titanium,either by itself or coated with:

A)tungsten.
B)hydroxyapatite.
C)polycarbonate.
D)pellicle.

Question 20

The area surrounding the mouth is:

A)circumoral.
B)endosteal.
C)subperiosteal.
D)transosteal.

Question 21

A "healing collar" is used in which implant procedure?

A)Endosteal
B)Subperiosteal
C)Transosteal
D)None of the above

Question 22

The healing period for the first osseointegrated implant surgery is:

A)one to two weeks.
B)two to three weeks.
C)one to three days.
D)one to two months.

Question 23

How long does it take for the implant to osseointegrate to the bone?

A)One to two weeks
B)One to two months
C)Three to six months
D)Approximately one year

Question 24

When surgically placing implants,it is recommended that the team include:

A)the general dentist.
B)an expanded functions dental assistant.
C)a surgical dental assistant.
D)a sterile circulating assistant.

Question 25

The term that refers to the bond that is developed between living bone and the surface of an implant fixture is:

A)circumoral.
B)transosteal.
C)subperiosteal.
D)osseointegrated.

Question 26

During the first surgery for a subperiosteal implant,the alveolar ridge is exposed and:

A)a surgical stent is made using acrylic resin.
B)an impression is taken of the alveolar ridge.
C)the metal frame is positioned.
D)titanium implants are inserted into the alveolar ridge.

Question 27

What is placed into the implant during the second stage of surgery?

A)Hydroxyapatite
B)Abutment post
C)Titanium abutment
D)A stent

Question 28

Which statement is not true concerning the maintenance of dental implants?

A)Plaque and calculus will form on implants and is more difficult to remove from implants than from natural teeth.
B)The health of the peri-implant tissues is a critical factor in the success of dental implants.
C)It is still necessary to schedule patients with implants for cleanings, exams, and radiographs.
D)Dental implants can last as long as 20 years or more.

Question 29

The blade or cylinder that is surgically embedded into the bone during the first surgery is the:

A)endosteal implant.
B)titanium implant.
C)titanium abutment.
D)abutment post or cylinder.

Question 30

During the second surgery of the osseointegrated implant,the:

A)endosteal implant fixture is exposed.
B)abutment screw is connected to the anchor.
C)abutment screw is connected to the prosthesis.
D)all of the above.

Question 31

The final crown,bridge,partial denture,or full denture is placed during the:

A)first surgery.
B)second surgery.
C)restorative phase.
D)follow-up phase.

Question 32

The implant that is generally used as an alternative for patients with bridges or removable dentures is the _____ implant.

A)endosteal
B)titanium
C)subperiosteal
D)transosteal

Question 33

The implant that is most commonly used to support a mandibular complete denture is the ____ implant.

A)endosteal
B)titanium
C)subperiosteal
D)transosteal