Question 1

Dental composite sealant materials come in the following colors EXCEPT ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  clear 
B)  opaque 
C)  lightly tinted colors 
D)  gray 
A)  clear 
B)  opaque 
C)  lightly tinted colors 
D)  gray

Question 2

When are dental sealants used as a preventive approach?

Accepted Answer

A)  On areas that have early cavitated carious lesions. 
B)  To prevent decay in teeth with deep pits and fissures. 
C)  Sealing an amalgam resin. 
D)  To prevent a crown from lifting. 
A)  On areas that have early cavitated carious lesions. 
B)  To prevent decay in teeth with deep pits and fissures. 
C)  Sealing an amalgam resin. 
D)  To prevent a crown from lifting.

Question 3

The difference in a one-step etching and bonding process is

Accepted Answer

A)  no rinsing occurs after application of the material. 
B)  no time is necessary for drying after application. 
C)  mixing of the material is required to activate the ingredients. 
D)  the patient must keep the area dry for 24 hours. 
A)  no rinsing occurs after application of the material. 
B)  no time is necessary for drying after application. 
C)  mixing of the material is required to activate the ingredients. 
D)  the patient must keep the area dry for 24 hours.

Question 4

Why is the etchant or conditioner applied on the occlusal surface 2 to 3 mm beyond the area to be sealed?

Accepted Answer

A)  To prevent fracture of the sealant and possible microleakage. 
B)  To ensure coverage of the tooth. 
C)  To make room for buffing after the sealant process. 
D)  Because there is shrinkage of the material after application. 
A)  To prevent fracture of the sealant and possible microleakage. 
B)  To ensure coverage of the tooth. 
C)  To make room for buffing after the sealant process. 
D)  Because there is shrinkage of the material after application.

Question 5

A tooth that is has well blended pits and fissures may be referred to as _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  coalesced 
B)  capped 
C)  filled 
D)  carious 
A)  coalesced 
B)  capped 
C)  filled 
D)  carious

Question 6

After the tooth has been etched, the surface should look

Accepted Answer

A)  frosted or chalky 
B)  shinny 
C)  pink or green 
D)  opaque 
A)  frosted or chalky 
B)  shinny 
C)  pink or green 
D)  opaque

Question 7

Which of the following is involved in an occlusal evaluation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Checking contacts with dental floss and looking for excess material. 
B)  Isolating the teeth. 
C)  Diagnosing the teeth that need dental sealants. 
D)  Polishing the occlusal surface. 
A)  Checking contacts with dental floss and looking for excess material. 
B)  Isolating the teeth. 
C)  Diagnosing the teeth that need dental sealants. 
D)  Polishing the occlusal surface.

Question 8

Etching agents are not dangerous and therefore do not require any safety measures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The enamel surface is etched with ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  saline solution 
B)  phosphoric acid 
C)  eugenol 
D)  aluminum chloride 
A)  saline solution 
B)  phosphoric acid 
C)  eugenol 
D)  aluminum chloride

Question 10

A mechanical bond is accomplished when the sealant flows into the irregularities of the treated enamel and locks into place.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 30: Dental Sealants

Dental composite sealant materials come in the following colors EXCEPT ____________.

When are dental sealants used as a preventive approach?

The difference in a one-step etching and bonding process is

Why is the etchant or conditioner applied on the occlusal surface 2 to 3 mm beyond the area to be sealed?

A tooth that is has well blended pits and fissures may be referred to as _____.

After the tooth has been etched, the surface should look

Which of the following is involved in an occlusal evaluation?

Etching agents are not dangerous and therefore do not require any safety measures.

The enamel surface is etched with ____________.

A mechanical bond is accomplished when the sealant flows into the irregularities of the treated enamel and locks into place.

Introduction to the Dental Profession

Psychology Communication and Multicultural Interaction

Ethics Jurisprudence and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act

Oral Health and Preventative Techniques

Nutrition

General Anatomy and Physiology

Head and Neck Anatomy

Embryology and Histology

Tooth Morphology

Microbiology

Infection Control

Management of Hazardous Materials

Preparation for Patient Care

Dental Charting

Pharmacology

Emergency Management

Introduction to the Dental Office and Basic Chairside Assisting

Basic Chairside Instruments and Tray Systems

Instrument Transfer and Maintaining the Operating Field

Anesthesia and Sedation

Introduction to Dental Radiography and Equipment

Production and Evaluation of Dental Radiographs

Extraoral and Digital Radiography

Endodontics

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Dental Implants

Oral Pathology

Orthodontics

Pediatric Dentistry

Periodontics

Coronal Polish

Fixed Prosthodontics and Gingival Retraction

Computerized Impression and Restorative Systems

Cosmetic Dentistry and Whitening

Removable Prosthodontics

Dental Cements Bases Liners and Bonding Agents

Restorative Materials Matrix and Wedge

Laboratory Materials and Techniques

Dental Office Management

Employment Strategies

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