Question 1

Which of the following is used to check the centric and lateral occlusion of an amalgam restoration?

Accepted Answer

A) Explorer 
B) Matrix band 
C) Plastic instrument 
D) Articulating paper

Question 2

Name the double-ended instrument that carries, places, and condenses temporary restorative material for a cavity preparation.

Accepted Answer

A) Woodson 
B) Tanner carver 
C) T-ball burnisher 
D) Hollenback carver 
E) Discoid-cleoid carver

Question 3

Which of the following is only found as a single-ended burnisher?

Accepted Answer

A) Ball burnisher 
B) T-ball burnisher 
C) Acorn burnisher 
D) Football burnisher

Question 4

What is mixing of alloy and mercury called?

Accepted Answer

A) Amalgamator 
B) Amalgamation 
C) Triturator 
D) Trituration 
E) B and D are correct.

Question 5

Which type of matrix band is designed for larger posterior teeth?

Accepted Answer

A) Molar band 
B) Anterior band 
C) Universal band 
D) Premolar band

Question 6

Name the part of the Tofflemire/Matrix band retainer that tightens or loosens the matrix band at the end of the spindle.

Accepted Answer

A) Spindle 
B) Guide slot 
C) Inner knob 
D) Outer knob 
E) Diagonal slot

Question 7

Name the part of the Tofflemire/Matrix band retainer that adjusts the size or loop of the matrix band to fit around the tooth and that loosens the band for removal.

Accepted Answer

A) Spindle 
B) Guide slot 
C) Inner knob 
D) Diagonal slot 
E) Outer knob

Exam 8: Amalgam Restorative Instruments