Dental Exam Sample

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5 Written questions
1.
supplies that are used up or disposed of after use

(cotton balls, envelopes, etc.)
INCORRECT: You gave no answer
ANSWER: what are expendable supplies
2.
remove excess restorative material and carve tooth anatomy in the restoration
before material hardens
ANSWER: carvers
3.
articulating paper, wax bite, blue bite

ANSWER: what materials are used for occlusal registration
4.
marks length of root canal

ANSWER: rubber stops
5.
56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 57L, 58L

ANSWER: #'s for plain straight fissure bur
5 Matching questions
1.
instructions following placement of a large amalgam restoration

INCORRECT: No answer given
ANSWER: a do not chew on the side of the mouth that the restoration was placed for a
few hours
2.
needle holders
ANSWER: c grasp and manipulate the needle while suturing

3.
what drug is used first to treat a patient having anaphylactic reaction

ANSWER: e epinephrine or benadryl
4.
what is the purpose of dentin bonding agents

ANSWER: d remove smear layer; decalcify dentin; primer and adhesive; increase
adhesion of restoration to dentin
5.
what type impression tray is used for final impressions in full denture
construction
ANSWER: b custom tray
1.
a do not chew on the side of the mouth that the restoration was placed for a few
hours
2.
b custom tray
3.
c grasp and manipulate the needle while suturing
4.
d remove smear layer; decalcify dentin; primer and adhesive; increase adhesion of
restoration to dentin
5.
e epinephrine or benadryl
5 Multiple choice questions

1.
confidential(No Answer)
1.
2.
what are the common types of fluoride used topically in dental offices
3.
CORRECT: who has the right to information contained in a patien'ts dental

record
4.
what can be used to retract the cheek when working on the patient's left side
b. antihistamines and vasocontrictors(No Answer)

1.
how does the use of tobacco affect oral health

2.
CORRECT: what group of drugs are used to treat allergic reaction
3.
what is the purpose of a wedge
4.
what materials are used to fabricate fixed prosthetics
b. decrease strengths(No Answer)

1.
how does fluoride help prevent dental caries

2.
what instruments are necessary to fit a preformed metal crown
3.
what verbal and non-verbal clues would indicate apprehension in a dental

patient
4.
CORRECT: how would a decrease in powder:liquid ratio effect the strength of

dental cements
b. nitrous oxide - blue

oxygen - green(No Answer)
1.
what is the purpose of disclosing solution

2.
what is the technique for mixing gypsum
3.
CORRECT: what color is the nitrous oxide tank? Oxygen?
4.
b. middle or ring fingers(No Answer)

1.
what agents are used to etch enamel

2.
what is used to polish metal crowns
3.
CORRECT: what finger are used to wrap floss around
4.
what are three uses of a mouth mirror
5 True/False questions
1.
steps for treatment with 1.23 acidulated phosphate fluoride -prophylaxis

-isolation
-drying of teeth
- application of solution gel, or foam for 1-4 min.
This is true. You gave no answer.
2.
what is the difference between a cutting bur and a finishing bur? friction grip
This is false. You gave no answer.
It should be cutting bur - open cavity prep

(6-8 blades)
finishing bur - smooth, trim, and finish metal restorations and natural tooth colored
materials
(30+ blades).
3.
when is it necessary to use custom impression trays edentulous patients

4.
describe procedure for mixing zinc phosphate cement crumbly and dull in
appearance and reduced strength
It should be place poder on cool glass slab; level powder with flat side of spatula to 1
mm thick; divide according to manufacturers instructions; dispense liquid onto opposite
side of slab; mix 1st increment of powder for 10-15 sec. before adding more; use
sweeping motion and spatulate over a large area of the slab.
5.
when mixing a two paste impression material, how are the pastes dispensed in
equal lines, side by side
1.
dental lathe with rag wheels, pumice slurry and tripole or paste of tin oxide and water
ANSWER: what is used to polish dentures
2.
smooth rough margins of the restoration and shape metal matrix bands
ANSWER: burnishers
3.
surface of tooth toward the tongue

ANSWER: lingual
4.
-resin cements
-compomers
-GI
-zinc phosphate
-reinforced ZOE
- polycarboxylate
ANSWER: what materials are used to seat full cast ceramic crowns
5.
3 & 4 (mandibular)
ANSWER: on which quadrant would the dentist be working on if the patient is reclined
at 45 degrees?
1.
systolic pressure
ANSWER: c first sound created when heart contracts and forces through the arteries
2.
what are acrylics used for

ANSWER: a trays, restorations, temp. crowns
3.
what material are commonly used as root canal sealers

ANSWER: e ZOE, calcium hydroxide, glass ionomer
4.
what fingers are used to retrieve dental instruments from the dentist
ANSWER: b pinky; ring finger is optional
5.
what postoperative instructions are given following topical fluoride treatment

ANSWER: d do not eat, drink, or rinse for 30 minutes
1.
a trays, restorations, temp. crowns
2.
b pinky; ring finger is optional
3.
c first sound created when heart contracts and forces through the arteries
4.
d do not eat, drink, or rinse for 30 minutes
5.
e ZOE, calcium hydroxide, glass ionomer

1.
epinephrine or benadryl(No Answer)

1.
CORRECT: what drug is used first to treat a patient having anaphylactic

reaction
2.
what fingers are used to retrieve dental instruments from the dentist
3.
what tests are used to determine the vitality or a tooth
4.
what materials are used to seat full cast ceramic crowns
b. removal of the apex of the root and infection surrounding the area(No Answer)
1.
CORRECT: apicoectomy
2.
hemostats
3.
hatchets
4.
pulpectomy
b. mixed chairside until streak free(No Answer)

1.
what are expendable supplies

2.
what are three uses of a mouth mirror
3.
why are some dentin primers air dried
4.
CORRECT: how are two paste composites mixed
b. stroke(No Answer)
1.
what is the most common dental office emergency

2.
3.
what is the etiology of periodontal disease
4.
CORRECT: what is the more common term for cerebrovascular accident
b. large, deep preps close to pulp(No Answer)

1.

2.
CORRECT: when is it necessary to use a high-strength base
3.
what is used to flush a root canal
4.
what is done prior to placing sealants
1.
periosteal elevator opens canal wider

It should be prior to forceps, used to detach PDL, periosteum and gingival tissue
from bone and tooth.
2.
what type of toothbrush bristles are recommended sterile water, sodium

hypochlorite, hydrogen peroxide, saline, alcohol, anesthetic, or chlorinated soda
It should be soft nylon.
3.
incisional biopsy complete removal of a lesion along with a small border of the
normal tissue surrounding it
It should be removal of a small section of a lesion along with a small border of
normal tissue.
4.
when are latch type burs used mixed chairside until streak free
It should be right/contra angle handpiece.
5.
clasp encircles and adapts to the contours of the abutment tooth

1.
used to remove tooth from socket

ANSWER: forceps
2.
jaundice; Hep. B

ANSWER: patients skin is slightly yellow. What is the name of this condition, and what
may cause it?
3.
dry
ANSWER: what is done to oral mucosa prior to placing topical anesthetic
4.
pale pink, or brownish pink; knife edged, firm, no bleeding

ANSWER: describe healthy gingiva
5.
plaster
ANSWER: what material is used to pour the impression for study models
1.
when is it necessary to use custom impression trays

ANSWER: c edentulous patients
2.
lingual
ANSWER: d surface of tooth toward the tongue
3.
how are composites polymerized

ANSWER: b 1. initiation
2. formation of free radical
3. reaction w/ monomer
heat->light->chemical->dual cure->
4.
#'s for straight fissure cross-cut bur

ANSWER: a 556, 557, 558, 559, 560, 557L, 558L
5.
tissue/cheek/tongue retractors
ANSWER: e hold tissue, cheek or tongue securely away from surgical site
1.
a 556, 557, 558, 559, 560, 557L, 558L
2.
b 1. initiation

3.
c edentulous patients
4.
d surface of tooth toward the tongue
5.
e hold tissue, cheek or tongue securely away from surgical site

1.
rinse and suction(No Answer)

1.
what is the purpose of a periodontal dressing
2.
what materials are used for occlusal registration
3.
what is done to oral mucosa prior to placing topical anesthetic
4.
CORRECT: what procedure does the dental assistant perform immediately

following administration of local anesthesia
b. - minimize postoperative infection and hemorrhage

- protect tissues during mastication
- cover surgical site in order to reduce pain due to trauma/irritation
- provide support for teeth that are mobile
- help hold flaps in position(No Answer)
1.
what is the procedure for removing periodontal dressings

2.
CORRECT: what is the purpose of a periodontal dressing
3.
what is the purpose of varnish
4.
what is the etiology of periodontal disease
b. to detect where plaque is located(No Answer)

1.
what is the depth of a normal sulcus?
2.
what is the etiology of dental caries
3.
CORRECT: what is the purpose of disclosing solution
4.
b. use sparingly(No Answer)

1.
surgical currettes
2.
servings fruits
3.
CORRECT: servings fats, oils, sweets
4.
servings vegetables
b. "sadle"; holds denture teeth; made of acrylic resin with fibers to provide a natural
appearance(No Answer)
1.
CORRECT: denture base

2.
lentula spirals
3.
mandrels
4.
bone files
1.
what is the etiology of dental caries dental cavity/tooth decay

2.
patient appears pale, and their fingernail beds have a blue tinge. What might the
problem be? bulimia
It should be syonotic; lack of O2.
3.
what is the etiology of periodontal disease inflammation and deterioration of the

periodontal tissue caused by protozoa with bacteria
4.
what is used to flush a root canal sterile water, sodium hypochlorite, hydrogen
peroxide, saline, alcohol, anesthetic, or chlorinated soda

5.
barbed broach extrapate canal

1.
1. allowing indirect vision

2. reflecting light onto desired surfaces
3. retraction of soft tissues
ANSWER: what are three uses of a mouth mirror
2.
recalcify teeth by aiding in absorption of calcium and phosphor ions

ANSWER: how does fluoride help prevent dental caries
3.
-preformed aluminum for posterior

-preformed acrylic for anterior
-custom acrylic/composite, direct or indirect
ANSWER: what are several methods of preparing temporary crowns
4.
more esthetic and less expensive than ceramic

ANSWER: what is an advantage of composite as a restorative material
5.
GI
ANSWER: what cements contain fluoride
1.
what must be done to a rubber dam clamp prior to placement on the tooth
ANSWER: b ligate
2.
what instrument is used to place ginigival retraction cord

ANSWER: d gingival retraction cord packer
3.
what material is used to pour the impression for study models

ANSWER: a plaster
4.
when working with a right handed dentist, which side of the patient is the
dental assistant seated on?
ANSWER: e left
5.
mandrels
ANSWER: c rods of various lengths that are used in low-speed handpieces with
various abrasives; abrasives are either permanently attached or seperate and placed
1.
on mandrel
a plaster
2.
b ligate
3.
c rods of various lengths that are used in low-speed handpieces with various
abrasives; abrasives are either permanently attached or seperate and placed on mandrel
4.
d gingival retraction cord packer
5.
e left

1.
fluorosis, teeth come pitted and multicolored(No Answer)

1.
what is the purpose of a denture reline
2.
what is the depth of a normal sulcus?
3.
CORRECT: what is the result of a young child receiving too much fluoride
4.
what is the etiology of dental caries
b. eleviate air bubbles(No Answer)

1.
what is done to a rubber dam to reduce leaking at the cervical areas of the
teeth
2.
CORRECT: what is the purpose of imbedding the harpoon in the rubber

stopper of an anesthetic syringe
3.
what procedure immediately follows placement of etchant
4.
what must be done after a rubber dam is removed
b. have patient bite down on gauze and apply pressure(No Answer)

1.
servings bread, cereal, rice, pasta

2.
what is used to polish dentures
3.
CORRECT: how is minor bleeding controlled following a surgical procedure
4.
what must be done after a rubber dam is removed
b. carpule then needle(No Answer)

1.
CORRECT: what is the correct order assembling an anesthetic syringe

2.
what is the technique for mixing gypsum
3.
what is the correct placement of the HVE tip
4.
what are the steps in dentin/enamel bonding
b. type IV - die stone(No Answer)

1.
CORRECT: which gypsum product is used to fabricate dies

2.
what materials are used to fabricate fixed prosthetics
3.
what drug is used to treat angina pectoris
4.
what foods are cariogenic
1.
what is the depth of a normal sulcus? 2-3 mm

2.
maryland bridge a resin-retained, fixed bridge that replaces one tooth

3.
what foods are cariogenic mixing

It should be foods that contain sugar and acids.
4.
what material are commonly used as root canal sealers ZOE, calcium hydroxide,
glass ionomer
5.
alveoplasty enlarges and smooths canal

It should be surgical contouring of the alveolar bone.
1.
used for debridement of the tooth socket or diseased tissue

ANSWER: surgical currettes
2.
thumb, index, and second finger

ANSWER: what fingers are used to place instruments in the dentist's hand
3.
enamel thins, dentin expands, PDL is weaker

ANSWER: describe the change in teeth and periodontum as a result of aging
4.
pale pink, or brownish pink; knife edged, firm, no bleeding

ANSWER: describe healthy gingiva
5.
distocclusion/retrognathic
ANSWER: Class II occlusion
1.
clasp
ANSWER: b encircles and adapts to the contours of the abutment tooth
2.
when examining the oral cavity, you notice that the posterior teeth are
extremely worn leaving the cusp tips flattened. What may cause this condition,
and what other problems may be evident?
ANSWER: e bruxism; grinding due to stress, grinding at night, teeth clenchin
3.
anatomical
ANSWER: c portion os the tooth covered with enamel
4.
what procedure does the dental assistant perform immediately following

administration of local anesthesia
ANSWER: a rinse and suction
5.
diastolic pressure
ANSWER: d created as the arteries return to their original state when the heart relaxes
b/w contractions
a rinse and suction
1.
2.
b encircles and adapts to the contours of the abutment tooth
3.
c portion os the tooth covered with enamel
4.
d created as the arteries return to their original state when the heart relaxes b/w
contractions
5.
e bruxism; grinding due to stress, grinding at night, teeth clenchin

1.
keep mirror dry and clean(No Answer)

1.
how does the dental assistants seat height compare to that of the dentist
2.
CORRECT: when the dentist is using indirect vision when treating a maxillary
molar, what must the dental assistant do
3.
what instrument is used to place ginigival retraction cord
4.
which impression material is least dimensionally stable
b. alginate(No Answer)
1.
why are some dentin primers air dried
2.
which gypsum product is used to fabricate dies
3.
CORRECT: which impression material is least dimensionally stable
4.
why is plaque detrimental to good dental health
b. non-vital pulp therapy involving tooth extraction and complete removal of the pulp(No
Answer)
1.
facial
2.
CORRECT: pulpectomy
3.
onlay
4.
lingual
b. HVE or air & water(No Answer)

1.
what information is necessary when taking a telephone message

2.
what drug is used first to treat a patient having anaphylactic reaction
3.
CORRECT: what can be used to retract the cheek when working on the
patient's left side
4.
what cavity medication stimulates the formation of secondary dentin
b. phosphoric acid(No Answer)

1.
what are expendable supplies

2.
CORRECT: what agents are used to etch enamel
3.
what is trituration
4.
what is the purpose of sealants
1.
glass ionomer
2.
apical at or near the end of the root

3.
what materials are used to seat full cast ceramic crowns gold porcelain composite
resin
It should be -resin cements
-compomers
-GI
-zinc phosphate
-reinforced ZOE
- polycarboxylate.
4.
what impression materials are used to take impressions for crown and bridge
construction -alginate for opposing arch model
-wax bite
- polyvinyl siloxane or polysiloxane
- polysulfide
-polyether
-agar
5.
how is minor bleeding controlled following a surgical procedure polish

It should be have patient bite down on gauze and apply pressure.
1.
GI, polycarboxylate, resin, zinc phosphate

ANSWER: what cements are used to seat full cast metal and porcelain fused to metal
crowns
2.
implants placed into the bone surgically; used to replace single teeth and for patients
who are partially edentulous
ANSWER: endosteal implants
3.
shaking, nervousness, sweating, upset stomach, pale skin

ANSWER: what verbal and non-verbal clues would indicate apprehension in a dental
patient
4.
wedge
ANSWER: when removing a matrix/wedge, what is removed first
5.
calcium hydroxide
ANSWER: what cavity medication stimulates the formation of secondary dentin
1.
what are disadvantages of stannous fluoride

ANSWER: d -disagreeable taste
- astringent
- causes gingival blanching
- causes discoloration of the teeth
2.
what is used to retract the tongue when working on the lower right
ANSWER: c HVE tip, cotton roll, mirror, tongue retractor, University of Minnosota
retractor
3.
describe procedure for mixing zinc phosphate cement

ANSWER: e place poder on cool glass slab; level powder with flat side of spatula to 1
mm thick; divide according to manufacturers instructions; dispense liquid onto opposite
side of slab; mix 1st increment of powder for 10-15 sec. before adding more; use
sweeping motion and spatulate over a large area of the slab
4.
what material is used to pour the impression for study models

ANSWER: b plaster
5.
what impression materials are used to take impressions for crown and bridge
construction
ANSWER: a -alginate for opposing arch model
-wax bite
- polysulfide
-polyether
-agar
a -alginate for opposing arch model
1.
-wax bite
- polysulfide
-polyether
-agar
2.
b plaster
3.
c HVE tip, cotton roll, mirror, tongue retractor, University of Minnosota retractor
4.
d -disagreeable taste
- astringent
- causes gingival blanching
- causes discoloration of the teeth
5.
e place poder on cool glass slab; level powder with flat side of spatula to 1 mm thick;
divide according to manufacturers instructions; dispense liquid onto opposite side of slab;
mix 1st increment of powder for 10-15 sec. before adding more; use sweeping motion and
spatulate over a large area of the slab

1.
being taking pain med. before anesthesia wears off; use ice ASAP 20 min. on 20
min. off for 12-24 hours; if swelling after 48 hours use moist heat; pressure with gauze
or tea bag to control bleeding; soft foods; no straw; brush and floss; elevate head; rest;
no activity(No Answer)
1.
servings fats, oils, sweets
2.
Class II occlusion
3.
CORRECT: instructions following an extraction
4.
periosteal elevator
b. facial surface of the molars(No Answer)

1.
what is the average respiration rate for healthy adults

2.
what is the cardinal sign of airway obstruction
3.
what is the purpose of the rubber dam napkin
4.
CORRECT: where is the greatest amount of plaque generally found
b. retromolar area in each quadrant(No Answer)

1.
servings milk, yogurt, and cheese

2.
when is it necessary to use a high-strength base
3.
when removing a matrix/wedge, what is removed first
4.
CORRECT: when providing a full mouth rinse, where is the HVE places
b. "sadle"; holds denture teeth; made of acrylic resin with fibers to provide a natural
appearance(No Answer)
1.
cervical
2.
clasp
3.
carvers
4.
CORRECT: denture base
b. prior to forceps, used to detach PDL, periosteum and gingival tissue from bone and
tooth(No Answer)
1.
CORRECT: periosteal elevator

2.
needle holders
3.
surgical currettes
4.
servings vegetables
1.
what must be done to a rubber dam clamp prior to placement on the tooth ligate
2.
where are periodontal dressing placed on surgical site

3.
glass ionomer
4.
patient appears pale, and their fingernail beds have a blue tinge. What might the
problem be? syonotic; lack of O2
5.
how are composites polymerized right/contra angle handpiece

It should be 1. initiation
heat->light->chemical->dual cure->.
1.
excessive amounts of fluid in body tissue; swelling

ANSWER: edema
2.
temporary cement
ANSWER: what type of cement is used to seat temporary crowns
3.
inflammation and deterioration of the periodontal tissue caused by protozoa with

bacteria
ANSWER: what is the etiology of periodontal disease
4.
cartoid artery

ANSWER: in an emergency situation, what artery is used to monitor pulse
5.
smooth bony ridge after gross shaping with the rongeur, pull-push action
ANSWER: bone files
1.
#'s for straight fissure cross-cut bur

ANSWER: a 556, 557, 558, 559, 560, 557L, 558L
2.
#'s for inverted cone bur

ANSWER: c 33 1/2, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 36L, 37L
3.
gingival margin trimmers

ANSWER: e bevel the gingival margin wall of the cavity preparation
4.
what might occur if amalgam is contaminated by moisture during mixing or

placement
ANSWER: b -it will form a void and eventually crack
-H2O reacts with zinc which causes hydrogen gas and expansion
5.
servings meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs, and nuts

ANSWER: d 2-3
1.
a 556, 557, 558, 559, 560, 557L, 558L
2.
b -it will form a void and eventually crack
-H2O reacts with zinc which causes hydrogen gas and expansion
3.
c 33 1/2, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 36L, 37L
4.
d 2-3
5.
e bevel the gingival margin wall of the cavity preparation

1.
distocclusion/retrognathic(No Answer)
1.
CORRECT: Class II occlusion
2.
clinical crown
3.
anatomical
4.
bone files
b. -trendelenburg (supine with feet slightly elevated)

- crack ammonia capsule and administer 100% oxygen (5-6L/m)(No Answer)
1.
what is the most common vasoconstrictor used in local anesthetics

2.
CORRECT: in what position should you place patient who has experienced
syncope and what is administered
3.
what cavity medication stimulates the formation of secondary dentin
4.
when providing a full mouth rinse, where is the HVE places
b. soupy before hardening and difficult to remove from capsule(No Answer)

1.
CORRECT: describe overmixed amalgam

2.
proximal
3.
spoon excavators
4.
barbed broach
b. pack amalgam into cavity preparation(No Answer)

1.
forceps
2.
carvers
3.
distal
4.
CORRECT: condensers
b. surface of tooth toward the tongue(No Answer)

1.
inlay
2.
distal
3.
CORRECT: lingual
4.
onlay
1.
rest part of removable partial that contacts a tooth to provide vertical and
horizontal supports
2.
how long does it take for bacteria in plaque to colonize nitroglycerin tablet
It should be 3 days.
3.
how are needles recapped to prevent exposure phosphoric acid

It should be with needle recapper or one-handed technique.
4.
proximal either the labial surface of the anterior teeth, or the buccal surface of the
posterior teeth
It should be nearest point of attachment.
5.
what are the steps in dentin/enamel bonding 1. dry

2. etch
3. rinse
4. dry
5. bond
6. dry
7. CURE!
1.
1. initiation
ANSWER: how are composites polymerized
2.
to moisten food, aiding in mastication (chewing), swallowing food, initiates digestion

of starches and helps regulate water balance
ANSWER: what are the functions of saliva
3.
1 ppm
ANSWER: how much fluoride is in fluorinated water supplies
4.
patient clutches throat

ANSWER: what is the cardinal sign of airway obstruction
5.
type III - lab stone

ANSWER: which gypsum product is used to fabricate working casts
1.
which vitamins are fat soluble

ANSWER: d A, D, E, K
2.
#'s for plain straight fissure bur

ANSWER: e 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 57L, 58L
3.
what foods are cariogenic

ANSWER: a foods that contain sugar and acids
4.
in what position should you place patient who has experienced syncope and
what is administered
ANSWER: c -trendelenburg (supine with feet slightly elevated)
- crack ammonia capsule and administer 100% oxygen (5-6L/m)
5.
what are acrylics used for

ANSWER: b trays, restorations, temp. crowns
1.
a foods that contain sugar and acids
2.
b trays, restorations, temp. crowns
3.
c -trendelenburg (supine with feet slightly elevated)
- crack ammonia capsule and administer 100% oxygen (5-6L/m)

4.
d A, D, E, K
5.
e 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 57L, 58L

1.
4-6 inches above the operator(No Answer)

1.
what is the normal oral temperature in Farenheit and Centigrade
2.
what is the cardinal sign of airway obstruction
3.
CORRECT: how does the dental assistants seat height compare to that of the
dentist
4.
what is the more common term for cerebrovascular accident
b. hold tissue, cheek or tongue securely away from surgical site(No Answer)
1.
CORRECT: tissue/cheek/tongue retractors

2.
elevator
3.
servings fruits
4.
diastolic pressure
b. marks length of root canal(No Answer)

1.
CORRECT: rubber stops
2.
rongeurs
3.
crown
4.
elevator
b. skeleton to which the remaining units are attached(No Answer)

1.
pulpectomy
2.
needle holders
3.
CORRECT: metal framework
4.
rongeurs
b. mand - lingually
max - bucally(No Answer)
1.
what are the common types of fluoride used topically in dental offices
2.
where is topical anesthetic placed when treating maxillary teeth
3.
what color is the nitrous oxide tank? Oxygen?
4.
CORRECT: where should cotton rolls be placed when treating mandibular

teeth? Maxillary?
1.
when using nitrous oxide analgesia, what must be done when the nitrous oxide is
halted patient must breathe oxygen for 5 min.
2.
gingival margin trimmers bevel the gingival margin wall of the cavity preparation
3.
describe procedure for mixing zinc phosphate cement place poder on cool glass
slab; level powder with flat side of spatula to 1 mm thick; divide according to
manufacturers instructions; dispense liquid onto opposite side of slab; mix 1st
increment of powder for 10-15 sec. before adding more; use sweeping motion and
spatulate over a large area of the slab

4.
when are latch type burs used right/contra angle handpiece

5.
what agents are used to etch enamel seal dentinal tubules

It should be phosphoric acid.
1.
remove excess tissue, cuts and contours bone

ANSWER: rongeurs
2.
dental lathe with rag wheels, pumice slurry and tripole or paste of tin oxide and water
ANSWER: what is used to polish dentures
3.
every visit
ANSWER: how often should medical/dental histories be updated
4.
more esthetic and less expensive than ceramic

ANSWER: what is an advantage of composite as a restorative material
5.
shaking, nervousness, sweating, upset stomach, pale skin

ANSWER: what verbal and non-verbal clues would indicate apprehension in a dental
patient
1.
what type of cement is used to seat temporary crowns

ANSWER: a temporary cement

2.
Class III occlusion

ANSWER: b mesiocclusion/prognathic
3.
#'s for plain tapered fissure bur

ANSWER: d 169, 170, 171, 172, 169L, 170L, 171L
4.
lingual
ANSWER: c surface of tooth toward the tongue
5.
distal
ANSWER: e surface of tooth away from midline
1.
a temporary cement
2.
b mesiocclusion/prognathic
3.
c surface of tooth toward the tongue
4.
d 169, 170, 171, 172, 169L, 170L, 171L
5.
e surface of tooth away from midline

1.
hold tissue, cheek or tongue securely away from surgical site(No Answer)
1.
condensers
2.
servings fruits
3.
needle holders
4.
CORRECT: tissue/cheek/tongue retractors
b. albuterol, inhaler
O2 (5-6 L/m)(No Answer)
1.
at what clock position is the dental assistant seated

2.
CORRECT: a patient has an asthma attack in the dental office. what drug is
administered, and how?
3.
what is an advantage of composite as a restorative material
4.
what is the most common dental office emergency
b. exposed coronal portion of the crowns(No Answer)

1.
surgical currettes
2.
apicoectomy
3.
artificial teeth
4.
CORRECT: clinical crown
b. gold porcelain composite resin(No Answer)

1.
what materials are used for occlusal registration

2.
what is used to polish dentures
3.
what materials are used to seat full cast ceramic crowns
4.
CORRECT: what materials are used to fabricate fixed prosthetics
b. pack amalgam into cavity preparation(No Answer)

1.
scalpels
2.
rest
3.
crown
4.
CORRECT: condensers
1.
what information is necessary when taking a telephone message name

date
time
who
what
initials
2.
what material are commonly used as root canal sealers severe headaches,
anxiety, shortness of breath, nose bleeds
It should be ZOE, calcium hydroxide, glass ionomer.

3.
what is the most common vasoconstrictor used in local anesthetics epinephrine

4.
servings fruits 2-4

5.
chisels shape and plane dentin and enamel walls of cavity preparation
1.
soupy before hardening and difficult to remove from capsule

ANSWER: describe overmixed amalgam
2.
air & water spray

ANSWER: what is the best method for providing a limited are rinse in the posterior area
3.
every visit
ANSWER: how often should medical/dental histories be updated
4.
xerostomia
ANSWER: what is a common side-effect of drugs used to treat seizure disorders
5.
opens canal wider

ANSWER: reamer
1.
servings milk, yogurt, and cheese

ANSWER: c 2-3
2.
approximately how far above the marginal ridge should the matrix band extend
ANSWER: e 2 mm
3.
a patient with gingival recession is experiencing sensitivity. What can be done

to prevent this? What material is used and how is it placed?
ANSWER: d desensitizers;
liquid or gel;
brush or syringe;
single-dose or unidose cartridges; self or light curing
4.
instructions following placement of a large amalgam restoration

ANSWER: b do not chew on the side of the mouth that the restoration was placed for a
few hours
5.
where are cavity liners placed

ANSWER: a deepest part of prep on axial walls or pulpal floor
1.
a deepest part of prep on axial walls or pulpal floor
2.
b do not chew on the side of the mouth that the restoration was placed for a few
hours
3.
c 2-3
4.
d desensitizers;
liquid or gel;
brush or syringe;
single-dose or unidose cartridges; self or light curing
5.
e 2 mm

1.
crumbly and dull in appearance and reduced strength(No Answer)

1.
inlay
2.
CORRECT: describe undermixed amalgam
3.
reamer
4.
describe overmixed amalgam
b. supplies that are used up or disposed of after use

(cotton balls, envelopes, etc.)(No Answer)
1.
CORRECT: what are expendable supplies

2.
where are cavity liners placed
3.
what are the functions of saliva
4.
what are non-expendable supplies
b. add fibers into acrylic(No Answer)

1.
what tests are used to determine the vitality or a tooth

2.
what must be done to a rubber dam clamp prior to placement on the tooth
3.
what are common symptoms of high blood pressure
4.
CORRECT: what is done to denture base material to make it look more

natural
b. one that contains fluoride and low abrasives(No Answer)

1.
CORRECT: what type dentifrice is recommended

2.
plastic filling instruments
3.
what is an immediate denture
4.
what is third-party payment
b. mand - lingually
max - bucally(No Answer)
1.
CORRECT: where should cotton rolls be placed when treating mandibular

teeth? Maxillary?
2.
what mechanism holds a periodontal dressing in place
3.
what information is necessary when taking a telephone message
4.
when providing a full mouth rinse, where is the HVE places
1.
what is the purpose of a denture reline adults - 60-90 BPM

children - 90-120 BPM
It should be make denture fit properly.
2.
patients enamel on the lingual of anterior teeth is demineralized. What might cause
this? bulimia
3.
paper points smooth bony ridge after gross shaping with the rongeur, pull-push
action
It should be dry canal; places meds.; take cultures.
4.
what is used to polish dentures dental lathe with rag wheels, pumice slurry and
tripole or paste of tin oxide and water
5.
what is necessary when the cavity preparation extends well below the
gingiva matrix band

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supplies that are used up or disposed of after use

articulating paper, wax bite, blue bite

marks length of root canal

56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 57L, 58L

instructions following placement of a large amalgam restoration

ANSWER: c grasp and manipulate the needle while suturing

what drug is used first to treat a patient having anaphylactic reaction

what is the purpose of dentin bonding agents

c grasp and manipulate the needle while suturing

5 Multiple choice questions

what is the purpose of dentin bonding agents

CORRECT: who has the right to information contained in a patien'ts dental

b. antihistamines and vasocontrictors(No Answer)

how does the use of tobacco affect oral health

CORRECT: what group of drugs are used to treat allergic reaction

what is the purpose of a wedge

what materials are used to fabricate fixed prosthetics

b. decrease strengths(No Answer)

how does fluoride help prevent dental caries

what instruments are necessary to fit a preformed metal crown

what verbal and non-verbal clues would indicate apprehension in a dental

CORRECT: how would a decrease in powder:liquid ratio effect the strength of

b. nitrous oxide - blue

what is the purpose of disclosing solution

what is the technique for mixing gypsum

CORRECT: what color is the nitrous oxide tank? Oxygen?

what is the purpose of dentin bonding agents

b. middle or ring fingers(No Answer)

what agents are used to etch enamel

what is used to polish metal crowns

CORRECT: what finger are used to wrap floss around

what are three uses of a mouth mirror

steps for treatment with 1.23 acidulated phosphate fluoride -prophylaxis

It should be cutting bur - open cavity prep

when is it necessary to use custom impression trays edentulous patients

surface of tooth toward the tongue

what are acrylics used for

what material are commonly used as root canal sealers

what postoperative instructions are given following topical fluoride treatment

a trays, restorations, temp. crowns

b pinky; ring finger is optional

d do not eat, drink, or rinse for 30 minutes

e ZOE, calcium hydroxide, glass ionomer

5 Multiple choice questions

epinephrine or benadryl(No Answer)

CORRECT: what drug is used first to treat a patient having anaphylactic

what tests are used to determine the vitality or a tooth

what materials are used to seat full cast ceramic crowns

b. mixed chairside until streak free(No Answer)

what are expendable supplies

what are three uses of a mouth mirror

why are some dentin primers air dried

CORRECT: how are two paste composites mixed

what is the most common dental office emergency

what is the purpose of disclosing solution

what is the etiology of periodontal disease

CORRECT: what is the more common term for cerebrovascular accident

b. large, deep preps close to pulp(No Answer)

what is the purpose of disclosing solution

CORRECT: when is it necessary to use a high-strength base

what is used to flush a root canal

what is done prior to placing sealants