Question 1

Match the esthetic restoration with the correct description.&#10;A mixture of glass filler particles and polymerizable resin&#10;A)Computer-aided design&#10;B)Indirect restoration&#10;C)Composite

Accepted Answer

A mixture of glass filler particles and polymerizable resin is the description of composite material used in esthetic restorations.

Question 2

Patients should be advised not to overfill the trays with the whitening agent because&#10;A) The agent is toxic if ingested.&#10;B) Doing so can lead to gingival irritation.&#10;C) The agent is expensive.&#10;D) Doing so will cause sensitivity.

Accepted Answer

Overfilling the trays with the whitening agent can lead to gingival irritation.

Question 3

The dental hygienist should be familiar with the various types of esthetic restorations because the hygienist plays a significant role in the care and maintenance of esthetic restorations both directly and through patient education.

A) Both the statement and the reason are correct and related.
B) Both the statement and the reason are correct but NOT related.
C) The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT.
D) The statement is NOT correct,but the reason is correct.
E) NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct.

Accepted Answer

The statement is correct and the reason is related and explains why it is important for dental hygienists to be familiar with esthetic restorations. The hygienist is responsible for maintaining the oral health of patients which includes caring for and educating patients on how to care for esthetic restorations.

Question 4

The two types of esthetic restorations are direct and indirect.Indirect restorations include crowns,inlays,onlays,and veneers.&#10;A) Both statements are true.&#10;B) Both statements are false.&#10;C) The first statement is true; the second is false.&#10;D) The first statement is false; the second is true.

Accepted Answer

Both statements are accurate. The first statement correctly categorizes esthetic restorations into direct and indirect types. The second statement accurately lists examples of indirect restorations, including crowns, inlays, onlays, and veneers.

Question 5

Which of the following stains is most difficult to whiten?&#10;A) Tobacco&#10;B) Cola&#10;C) Wine&#10;D) Tetracycline

Accepted Answer

Tetracycline is a type of antibiotic that can cause significant discoloration of teeth, and it is notoriously difficult to whiten. Other stains, such as those from tobacco, cola, and wine, may be easier to remove with professional or at-home whitening treatments.

Question 6

Match the esthetic restoration with the correct description.&#10;A restoration carved out of a solid block of material&#10;A)Computer-aided design&#10;B)Indirect restoration&#10;C)Composite

Accepted Answer

A restoration carved out of a solid block of material is known as a computer-aided design (CAD) restoration.

Answer: B
 An indirect restoration is a type of restoration that is fabricated outside the mouth using an impression or digital scan of the patient's teeth to create a custom-fitted restoration.

Answer: C
 Composite is a tooth-colored material that is commonly used for fillings or bonding to restore the esthetics and function of a tooth. It is not carved out of a solid block of material like a CAD/CAM restoration.

Question 7

The risks,benefits,side effects,and costs associated with tooth whitening should be discussed with the patient prior to initiating the procedure to&#10;A) Ensure that the provider is reimbursed.&#10;B) Obtain informed consent.&#10;C) Prevent the patient from complaining about sensitivity.&#10;D) Achieve the best results.

Accepted Answer

Obtaining informed consent is necessary to ensure the patient is fully aware of the potential risks, benefits, side effects, and costs associated with tooth whitening before undergoing the procedure. This helps to protect both the patient and the provider, and allows the patient to make an informed decision about whether or not to proceed with treatment. Ensuring that the provider is reimbursed, preventing patient complaints about sensitivity, and achieving the best results are all important considerations, but obtaining informed consent is the primary concern.

Question 8

Match the esthetic restoration with the correct description.
A restoration that is produced in a lab and then placed in the dental setting

A)Computer-aided design
B)Indirect restoration
C)Composite

Accepted Answer

An indirect restoration is produced outside of the dental setting and then later placed in the mouth, as opposed to a direct restoration which is placed directly in the tooth. Option A, computer-aided design, refers to the technology used to create restorations (both direct and indirect). Option C, composite, refers to a specific material used in both direct and indirect restorations.

Question 9

Which of the following are contraindicated for use on esthetic restorations? Select all that apply.&#10;A) Acidulated phosphate fluoride&#10;B) Ultrasonic scalers&#10;C) Pumice&#10;D) Fluoride varnish

Accepted Answer

Acidulated phosphate fluoride, ultrasonic scalers, and pumice are all contraindicated for use on esthetic restorations due to their abrasive or acidic nature, which can cause damage or discoloration to these restorations. The only option that is safe to use on esthetic restorations is fluoride varnish.

Question 10

The two agents most commonly used for tooth whitening are hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide.The key difference between professional and over-the-counter whitening products is the concentration of the active ingredients.

A) Both statements are true.
B) Both statements are false.
C) The first statement is true; the second is false.
D) The first statement is false; the second is true.

Accepted Answer

Both statements are accurate. Hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide are indeed the most commonly used agents for tooth whitening. The concentration of these active ingredients is typically higher in professional whitening products compared to over-the-counter options, which is a key difference between them.

Question 11

Using a medium or coarse grit prophy paste on esthetic restorations is contraindicated because the surface roughness created by such pastes can increase the adherence of stain on the restoration.&#10;A) Both the statement and the reason are correct and related.&#10;B) Both the statement and the reason are correct but NOT related.&#10;C) The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT.&#10;D) The statement is NOT correct,but the reason is correct.&#10;E) NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Using a medium or coarse grit prophy...

Question 12

Each of the following can be used to reduce the sensitivity associated with tooth whitening EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?&#10;A) Amorphous calcium phosphate&#10;B) Fluoride&#10;C) Chlorhexidine&#10;D) Potassium nitrate

Accepted Answer

The answer of Each of the following can be used...

Question 13

Each of the following are appropriate instructions to provide the patient regarding at-home whitening EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?&#10;A) An over-the-counter fluoride can be used to reduce sensitivity.&#10;B) Avoid consumption of food and beverages such as coffee,tea,cola,blueberries,and dark cherries.&#10;C) Continue with weekly applications of whitening after the desired shade has been achieved to maintain the level of whiteness.&#10;D) Begin using a sensitivity toothpaste 2 weeks prior to treatment to reduce the risk of sensitivity.&#10;

Accepted Answer

The answer of Each of the following are appropriate instructions...

Question 14

Each of the following statements provides a rationale for why the hygienist must be able to identify esthetic restorations EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?&#10;A) The presence of esthetic restorations will impact the type of fluoride selected for fluoride treatments.&#10;B) Teeth with esthetic restorations should not be debrided with manual instruments such as a curette.&#10;C) Patients need instruction on the care and maintenance of the restorations.&#10;D) The use of ultrasonic devices on the restoration may compromise the integrity of the restoration.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Each of the following statements provides a...

Question 15

Which of the following are contraindications for tooth whitening.Select all that apply.&#10;A) Patients undergoing orthodontic treatment&#10;B) Patients with xerostomia&#10;C) Patients who need restorative work&#10;D) Patients with active periodontal disease&#10;E) Patients with hypocalcification

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following are contraindications for...

Question 16

When debridement is indicated along the margin of an esthetic restoration the hygienist should use&#10;A) Vertical strokes with a curette&#10;B) Oblique strokes with a scaler&#10;C) Horizontal strokes with a curette&#10;D) An ultrasonic scaler

Accepted Answer

The answer of When debridement is indicated along the margin...

Deck 30: Esthetics