Question 1

How long should etch remain on the tooth prior to rinsing?

Accepted Answer

A) 5 seconds 
B) 10-15 seconds 
C) 20-30 seconds 
D) 40-50 seconds 
A) 5 seconds 
B) 10-15 seconds 
C) 20-30 seconds 
D) 40-50 seconds C

Question 2

Where do the majority of caries occur in the oral cavity?

Accepted Answer

A) Occlusal surfaces 
B) Interproximally 
C) Areas of recession 
D) Incisal edges 
A) Occlusal surfaces 
B) Interproximally 
C) Areas of recession 
D) Incisal edges A

Question 3

Deep,irregular pits and fissures offer a much more favorable surface contour for sealant retention compared with broad,shallow fossae.The deeper fissures protect the resin sealant from the forces occurring as a result of masticatory movements.

Accepted Answer

A) Both statements are true. 
B) Both statements are false. 
C) First statement is true,second statement is false. 
D) First statement is false,second statement is true. 
A) Both statements are true. 
B) Both statements are false. 
C) First statement is true,second statement is false. 
D) First statement is false,second statement is true. A

Question 4

What is the time frame in which a sealant will fail after initial placement if faulty technique was used?

Accepted Answer

A) 3 months 
B) 6 months 
C) 1 year 
D) 3 years 
A) 3 months 
B) 6 months 
C) 1 year 
D) 3 years

Question 5

What is the main advantage of a color sealant?

Accepted Answer

A) Higher fluoride content 
B) Visualization 
C) Easier manipulation of the material 
D) Less technique sensitivity 
A) Higher fluoride content 
B) Visualization 
C) Easier manipulation of the material 
D) Less technique sensitivity

Question 6

When is a sealant contraindicated?

Accepted Answer

A) When there is incipient caries on the occlusal surfaces 
B) When there is a presence of a large occlusal restoration 
C) When there is dark staining in the pits and fissure 
D) When there is a high caries rate 
A) When there is incipient caries on the occlusal surfaces 
B) When there is a presence of a large occlusal restoration 
C) When there is dark staining in the pits and fissure 
D) When there is a high caries rate

Question 7

Which is NOT a barrier to the placement of sealants?

Accepted Answer

A) Legal restrictions on dental providers 
B) Patient's cost 
C) Shortage of dentists accepting Medicaid 
D) Lack of consumer knowledge 
A) Legal restrictions on dental providers 
B) Patient's cost 
C) Shortage of dentists accepting Medicaid 
D) Lack of consumer knowledge

Question 8

What is defined as finger-like depressions created by the etching solution?

Accepted Answer

A) Tags 
B) Tubules 
C) Residue 
D) Damaged tooth structure 
A) Tags 
B) Tubules 
C) Residue 
D) Damaged tooth structure

Question 9

What is the cost difference in placing a sealant versus a restoration?

Accepted Answer

A) Costs are equal 
B) .5 times more 
C) 1.3 times more 
D) 1.6 times more 
A) Costs are equal 
B) .5 times more 
C) 1.3 times more 
D) 1.6 times more

Question 10

When is the BEST time to place a sealant?

Accepted Answer

A) Once all the permanent molars have erupted 
B) As the permanent dentition erupts 
C) When the child begins consuming sugars 
D) If the child begins to develop caries 
A) Once all the permanent molars have erupted 
B) As the permanent dentition erupts 
C) When the child begins consuming sugars 
D) If the child begins to develop caries

How long should etch remain on the tooth prior to rinsing?

Where do the majority of caries occur in the oral cavity?

Deep,irregular pits and fissures offer a much more favorable surface contour for sealant retention compared with broad,shallow fossae.The deeper fissures protect the resin sealant from the forces occurring as a result of masticatory movements.

What is the time frame in which a sealant will fail after initial placement if faulty technique was used?

What is the main advantage of a color sealant?

When is a sealant contraindicated?

Which is NOT a barrier to the placement of sealants?

What is defined as finger-like depressions created by the etching solution?

What is the cost difference in placing a sealant versus a restoration?

When is the BEST time to place a sealant?

Introduction to Primary Preventive Dentistry

Cultural Health Influences

Dental Hygiene Science

Dental Plaque Biofilm

Carious Lesions

Periodontal Diseases

Oral Cancer

Dental Trauma

Host Defense Mechanisms in the Oral Cavity

Toothbrushes and Toothbrushing Methods

Dentifrices,Mouthrinses,and Chewing Gums

Self-Care Adjuncts

Implant and Denture Self Care

Community Water Fluoridation

Topical Fluoride Therapy

Nutrition,Diet,and Associated Oral Conditions

Sugar and Other Sweeteners

Health Education and Promotion Theories

Tobacco Cessation

Athletic Mouthguards

Technological Advances in Primary Dental Care

Pregnancy and Infancy

Pediatrics

Adult Dental Care

Geriatrics

Medically Compromised Populations

Populations with Developmental Disabilities

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Exam 16: Dental Sealants

How long should etch remain on the tooth prior to rinsing?

Where do the majority of caries occur in the oral cavity?

Deep,irregular pits and fissures offer a much more favorable surface contour for sealant retention compared with broad,shallow fossae.The deeper fissures protect the resin sealant from the forces occurring as a result of masticatory movements.

What is the time frame in which a sealant will fail after initial placement if faulty technique was used?

What is the main advantage of a color sealant?

When is a sealant contraindicated?

Which is NOT a barrier to the placement of sealants?

What is defined as finger-like depressions created by the etching solution?

What is the cost difference in placing a sealant versus a restoration?

When is the BEST time to place a sealant?

Introduction to Primary Preventive Dentistry

Cultural Health Influences

Dental Hygiene Science

Dental Plaque Biofilm

Carious Lesions

Periodontal Diseases

Oral Cancer

Dental Trauma

Host Defense Mechanisms in the Oral Cavity

Toothbrushes and Toothbrushing Methods

Dentifrices,Mouthrinses,and Chewing Gums

Self-Care Adjuncts

Implant and Denture Self Care

Community Water Fluoridation

Topical Fluoride Therapy

Nutrition,Diet,and Associated Oral Conditions

Sugar and Other Sweeteners

Health Education and Promotion Theories

Tobacco Cessation

Athletic Mouthguards

Technological Advances in Primary Dental Care

Pregnancy and Infancy

Pediatrics

Adult Dental Care

Geriatrics

Medically Compromised Populations

Populations with Developmental Disabilities

Filters