dental materials clinic evaluation

Question 1

dycal is made of

Answer 1

calcium hydroxide

Question 2

the cavity liner that is used for repairing dentin & protecting the pulp is

Answer 2

dycal (calcium hydroxide)

Question 3

properties of dycal

Answer 3

stimulates dentin production
protects the pulp from chemicals
used for near pulp exposure
compatible with all materials

Question 4

dycal is a __ ratio and is mixed on a paper pad

Answer 4

1.1

Question 5

how is dycal mixed and applied

Answer 5

mixed by dispensing equal parts base & accelerator and combining till homogenous, using a dycal applicator (dotter)

Question 6

glass ionomers can be used for 3 different things -

Answer 6

liners, bonding agents, & cements

Question 7

why would a dentist use a glass ionomer for a core build up material

Answer 7

easy to place, chemical adhesion, fluoride release and thermal quality

Question 8

what is used for final restorations in class V and root surfaces

Answer 8

glass ionomers

Question 9

what is glass ionomers mixed on

Answer 9

a wax paper pad

Question 10

what is the proper appearance of glass ionomer when mixed

Answer 10

glossy

Question 11

IRM and ZOE are used due to the eugenol having a

Answer 11

soothing and sedative effect on irritated pulp

Question 12

IRM has additives to increase strength of product and is used for

Answer 12

primary teeth
emergencies
caries management
base placement

Question 13

IRM and ZOE are to be mixed on a ___ or glass slab and are rolled into a ball at the end

Answer 13

wax paper pad

Question 14

dycal, IRM, ZOE, and Glass ionomers all have a __ ratio

Answer 14

1.1

Question 15

polycarboxylate have ratios of

Answer 15

1. 2 for base

1. 3 for luting

Question 16

Zinc phosphate have ratios of

Answer 16

1. 3 base

1. 4 luting

Question 17

when mixing zinc phosphate it’s important to use a

Answer 17

glass slab, mix the solution over the entire slab to dissipate the heat