Question 1

In a CAD/CAM system, what tool is used to scan an image of the teeth into the computer?

Accepted Answer

A)  scanner 
B)  laser camera 
C)  Cerec bloc 
D)  a or c 
A)  scanner 
B)  laser camera 
C)  Cerec bloc 
D)  a or c A

Question 2

Digital impressions are very _____ and can be transferred to the dental laboratory or CAM system rapidly.

Accepted Answer

A)  accurate 
B)  sensitive 
C)  strong 
D)  thick 
A)  accurate 
B)  sensitive 
C)  strong 
D)  thick A

Question 3

Which type of CAD/CAM imaging requires use of a spray with a light coat of opaquing medium?

Accepted Answer

A)  blue light LED camera 
B)  red light laser camera 
C)  video camera 
D)  laser camera 
A)  blue light LED camera 
B)  red light laser camera 
C)  video camera 
D)  laser camera A

Question 4

In some offices,  depending on the dental assistant training and skills, he or she may scan 
the preparation to create the digital impression.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following are considerations for the dental office?

Accepted Answer

A)  Financial investment for equipment and training. 
B)  Learning curve for staff in using the equipment. 
C)  Training for staff, if not computer literate. 
D)  Cleanliness of environment required to operate the machinery. 
A)  Financial investment for equipment and training. 
B)  Learning curve for staff in using the equipment. 
C)  Training for staff, if not computer literate. 
D)  Cleanliness of environment required to operate the machinery.

Question 6

After the restoration is complete, the restoration is tried on the tooth to ensure the _____ are where the dentist wants.

Accepted Answer

A)  margins, contacts, and occlusions 
B)  contacts, occlusions, and sealants 
C)  margins, cement, and gum lines 
D)  occlusions, amalgams, and margins 
A)  margins, contacts, and occlusions 
B)  contacts, occlusions, and sealants 
C)  margins, cement, and gum lines 
D)  occlusions, amalgams, and margins

Question 7

During the CAD/CAM procedure the dental assistant will assist the dentist, and make sure they have what they need to

Accepted Answer

A)  complete the procedure. 
B)  start the procedure. 
C)  remove the tooth. 
D)  remove the cavity. 
A)  complete the procedure. 
B)  start the procedure. 
C)  remove the tooth. 
D)  remove the cavity.

Question 8

What is sometimes used to enhance the scanning process?

Accepted Answer

A)  reflective powder 
B)  darkened room 
C)  articulation paper 
D)  lightened room 
A)  reflective powder 
B)  darkened room 
C)  articulation paper 
D)  lightened room

Question 9

If the dentist prefers to dedicate more time to the design process, then the patient would be scheduled for a second appointment, and the patient 
would have to wear provisionals during that time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What can be used to help the patient understand the CAD/CAM process?

Accepted Answer

A)  Videos, pictures, or brochures for the patient to look at. 
B)  A website for the patient to go and retrieve information. 
C)  Notes on a bulletin board in the waiting room. 
D)  An orientation with the CAD/CAM representative. 
A)  Videos, pictures, or brochures for the patient to look at. 
B)  A website for the patient to go and retrieve information. 
C)  Notes on a bulletin board in the waiting room. 
D)  An orientation with the CAD/CAM representative.

Question 11

What model of the CAD/CAM restorative system has the ADA seal of approval?

Accepted Answer

A)  CEREC 3 
B)  CEREC 2 
C)  CEREC 1 
D)  CEREC Standard 
A)  CEREC 3 
B)  CEREC 2 
C)  CEREC 1 
D)  CEREC Standard

Question 12

What is necessary for the Dental Assistant to remain a valued member of the dental team?

Accepted Answer

A)  Continuing education in CAD/CAM technologies. 
B)  Maintaining a happy presence in the office. 
C)  Arriving on time. 
D)  Completing duties as assigned. 
A)  Continuing education in CAD/CAM technologies. 
B)  Maintaining a happy presence in the office. 
C)  Arriving on time. 
D)  Completing duties as assigned.

Question 13

The construction of crowns and bridges is done in dental laboratories, where they use _____  to acquire a 3D record of the geometry of a preparation.

Accepted Answer

A)  computer surface digitization (CS
D)  
B)  computer disc (C
D)  
C)  crown and bridge software (CBS) 
D)  3D printer software 
A)  computer surface digitization (CS
D)  
B)  computer disc (C
D)  
C)  crown and bridge software (CBS) 
D)  3D printer software

Question 14

The advantages of the CAD/CAM system include the following:

Accepted Answer

A)  The procedure is completed in 1 day. 
B)  No impressions are taken. 
C)  The patient does not need to have provisional restorations. 
D)  The teeth being treated will have no pain or sensitivity. 
A)  The procedure is completed in 1 day. 
B)  No impressions are taken. 
C)  The patient does not need to have provisional restorations. 
D)  The teeth being treated will have no pain or sensitivity.

Question 15

For CAD/CAM procedures, in some offices the dental assistant sets up the

Accepted Answer

A)  scanner 
B)  computer software 
C)  milling machine 
D)  suction machine 
A)  scanner 
B)  computer software 
C)  milling machine 
D)  suction machine

Question 16

It takes between 21-60 minutes to mill a restoration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following are reasons most dental offices are using CAD/CAM restorative procedures?

Accepted Answer

A)  metal free, tooth colored restorative services 
B)  completed in one appointment 
C)  metal, tooth colored restorative services 
D)  completed in two appointments 
A)  metal free, tooth colored restorative services 
B)  completed in one appointment 
C)  metal, tooth colored restorative services 
D)  completed in two appointments

Question 18

Place the preparation steps in the correct order for a CAD/CAM restoration procedure: 1: Use aseptic procedures. , 2: Turn on and prepare the CAD system. , 3: Have the ceramic blocks ready for selection. , 4: Turn on and prepare the CAM system for the milling process.

Accepted Answer

A)  3, 1, 4, 2 
B)  1, 2, 3, 4 
C)  1, 3, 2, 4 
D)  2, 1, 4, 3 
E)  3, 4, 1, 2 
A)  3, 1, 4, 2 
B)  1, 2, 3, 4 
C)  1, 3, 2, 4 
D)  2, 1, 4, 3 
E)  3, 4, 1, 2

Question 19

The advantage of the ability to use CAD impression re-scanning is

Accepted Answer

A)  no additional material expenses. 
B)  time saved. 
C)  comfort for the patient. 
D)  insurance reimbursement. 
A)  no additional material expenses. 
B)  time saved. 
C)  comfort for the patient. 
D)  insurance reimbursement.

Question 20

When using a digital impression, the dentist can mill the restoration in house or

Accepted Answer

A)  send to a dental laboratory. 
B)  use a mobile CAD/CAM mill. 
C)  use a carrier service. 
D)  manually create the restoration in house from the impression. 
A)  send to a dental laboratory. 
B)  use a mobile CAD/CAM mill. 
C)  use a carrier service. 
D)  manually create the restoration in house from the impression.

Exam 34: Computerized Impression and Restorative Systems

In a CAD/CAM system, what tool is used to scan an image of the teeth into the computer?

Digital impressions are very _____ and can be transferred to the dental laboratory or CAM system rapidly.

Which type of CAD/CAM imaging requires use of a spray with a light coat of opaquing medium?

In some offices, depending on the dental assistant training and skills, he or she may scan the preparation to create the digital impression.

Which of the following are considerations for the dental office?

After the restoration is complete, the restoration is tried on the tooth to ensure the _____ are where the dentist wants.

During the CAD/CAM procedure the dental assistant will assist the dentist, and make sure they have what they need to

What is sometimes used to enhance the scanning process?

If the dentist prefers to dedicate more time to the design process, then the patient would be scheduled for a second appointment, and the patient would have to wear provisionals during that time.

What can be used to help the patient understand the CAD/CAM process?

What model of the CAD/CAM restorative system has the ADA seal of approval?

What is necessary for the Dental Assistant to remain a valued member of the dental team?

The construction of crowns and bridges is done in dental laboratories, where they use _____ to acquire a 3D record of the geometry of a preparation.

The advantages of the CAD/CAM system include the following:

For CAD/CAM procedures, in some offices the dental assistant sets up the

It takes between 21-60 minutes to mill a restoration.

Which of the following are reasons most dental offices are using CAD/CAM restorative procedures?

Place the preparation steps in the correct order for a CAD/CAM restoration procedure: 1: Use aseptic procedures. , 2: Turn on and prepare the CAD system. , 3: Have the ceramic blocks ready for selection. , 4: Turn on and prepare the CAM system for the milling process.

The advantage of the ability to use CAD impression re-scanning is

When using a digital impression, the dentist can mill the restoration in house or

Introduction to the Dental Profession

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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

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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

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Dental Implants

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