Chapter 14

Question 1

Which of the following restorative materials may be affected by numerous applications of acidulated phosphate fluoride?

Answer 1

Glass ionomers

Question 2

Margins of cast restorations can be altered by instrumentation with curettes and explorers. A suggested technique for deposit removal in these areas is to employ

Answer 2

An oblique or horizontal stroke, with appropriate instruments

Question 3

A dull sound when an instrument is being used on these surfaces should be evident with which of the following materials?

Answer 3

Composites and glass ionomer

Question 4

Tactile sensitivity and a sharp explorer will aid in the clinician in identifying

Answer 4

Rough surfaces from smooth surfaces

Question 5

Creating temperatures of 140 Fahrenheit or greater when amalgam restoration’s are being finished and polished will

Answer 5

Accelerate corrosion and marginal breakdown

Question 6

What are the agents of choice for polishing a gold crown intraorally

Answer 6

Silex and tin oxide

Question 7

One benefit of a moist polishing agent is

Answer 7

Heat reduction

Question 8

When a cast gold crown has been marginated it means that the

Answer 8

Margins have been closely adapted to the crown preparation

Question 9

When clinically polishing gold and

gold foil, the regimen is similar to that of

Answer 9

Amalgam

Question 10

Acidulated phosphate fluoride is not recommended for the following

Answer 10

Glass ionomer, composites, and porcelain