Deck 30: Dental Sealants

Question 1

The dental dam is the only method to isolate a tooth or teeth and keep the area dry when placing sealants.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Pit and fissure sealants are routinely placed to protect newly erupted teeth.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

There is now a newly released color-changing sealant; it has a photo-active color added to it.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

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

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

Question 5

Place the steps of a sealant in order. 1. Prepare teeth by polishing, cleaning, and rinsing
2) Isolate
3) Dry Surfaces and etch
4) Rinse and dry teeth
5) Apply sealant

A) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
B) 2, 1, 3,4, 5
C) 3, 1, 2, 4, 5
D) 4, 1, 2, 3, 5

Question 6

The enamel surface is etched with ____________.

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

Question 7

If the sealant is too high in occlusion, the patient will wear it down in a ____________.

A) couple of days
B) month
C) year
D) The sealant must be removed and replaced.

Question 8

Which of the following are indications for sealants?
1) Recently erupted teeth
2) Occlusal pits and fissures of non-carious primary teeth
3) Teeth with well-coalesced pits and fissures
4) Teeth that have been caries-free for 4 or more years

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

Question 9

The most likely cause of a sealant failure is lack of moisture control.

Question 10

Attachment to the tooth surface is also known as _____.

A) bonding
B) coalescing
C) filling
D) etching

Question 11

Sealants are ____________.

A) chemically cured
B) light cured
C) self-cured
D) a and b

Question 12

The etched enamel looks no different from nonetched enamel.

Question 13

The most commonly used dental sealant material is/are _____.

A) dental composite resins (BIS-GMA)
B) porcelian
C) silver
D) glass ionomer

Question 14

Composite sealants require no mixing because they usually come in:

A) syringes with disposable applicator tips
B) cartridges with a cannula for application
C) single use dispensing tips
D) a tube with a spreading tool

Question 15

The benefit of tint color-changing sealants is, when placed, the tint is pink for better visibility.

Question 16

On average, sealants remain in place ____ years.

A) 1-2
B) 3-4
C) 5-10
D) 11-20

Question 17

Dental sealants are also known as _____.

A) pit and fissure sealants
B) fillings
C) amalgam
D) resin fillings

Question 18

Which of the following are contraindications for sealants?
1) Teeth with shallow open grooves
2) Occlusal pits and fissures of non-carious primary teeth
3) Teeth with well-coalesced pits and fissures
4) Teeth that have been caries-free for 4 or more years

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

Question 19

A newly released color-changing sealant has a photo-active color added to it. Which are some of the color tints?

A) Gray
B) Pink
C) Green
D) Both b and c

Question 20

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

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

Question 21

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

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 22

After the tooth has been etched, the surface should look

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

Question 23

The enamel surface is etched, or conditioned, by a phosphoric acid (or another type of acid) solution. This solution is left on the tooth for _____.

A) 15-30 seconds
B) 1-2 minutes
C) 60 seconds
D) 5 minutes

Question 24

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

Question 25

When are dental sealants used as a preventive approach?

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 26

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

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 27

What is articulating paper used for in the dental sealant process?

A) Marking high spots created by the sealant application.
B) Etching the teeth in preparation for sealant application.
C) The note paper used by a dental assistant.
D) Sealing the teeth after the application of materials.

Question 28

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

Question 29

Which of the following is involved in an occlusal evaluation?

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 30

The hardening or curing process of sealant materials is also known as _____.

A) polymerization
B) gripping
C) lighting
D) chemicalization