Exam 33: Fixed Prosthodontics and Gingival Retraction

In general, which type of veneer wears at a great rate?

A retraction cord that is packed vertically to expose the prepared margin is sufficient for the bulk of impression material to flow around the margin.

The laboratory technician works closely with the dentist to give the patient a quality restoration.

Place the steps of a veneer restoration preparation appointment in order. 1) Select the shade 2) Prep the teeth 3) Impression 4) Place retraction cord

A core buildup is made of all of the following EXCEPT ____________.

Adjustments to the restorations are done ____________.

Use of a CAD/CAM system allows the dentist to take digital impressions and design the restoration right in the office without sending anything out to a lab.

A full crown is often called a(n) ____________.

The most natural looking veneer is the ____________.

Temporary coverage is not necessary for veneers.

In prosthodontics, the restoration is termed the ____________.

When selecting the shade for a porcelain crown or a veneer, it is best to select the proper shade after the tooth has been prepared.

Crowns that have veneers are known as ceramometal crowns.

The chlorhexidine gluconate rinses are safe for dental implant patients.

Alginate impressions are taken during the crown preparation appointment to ____________.

Place the steps of a PFM crown in order. 1) Shade is selected 2) Tooth is prepped 3) Polyether or polysiloxane impression is taken 4) Bite registration 5) Temporary coverage is cemented

The electrosurgery unit cauterizes the tissues as it removes them.

Gold alloy crowns that have porcelain facials are known as __________ crowns.

The temporary crown is removed with the ____________.