misc

Question 1

when are inlays indicated rather than an onlay?

Answer 1

the size of the restoration is less than one third of the buccal lingual width.

Question 2

when is an onlay indicated for rather than an inlay?

Answer 2

• group function
• height : width ratio is >1
• patient has parafunctional habits and heavy occlusal forces
• severely undermined cusps

Question 3

what is the maximum safe dose for lidocaine?

Answer 3

3-4.5mg / kg

Question 4

what is each GIC cement most suitable for?? 1-9

Answer 4

type 1: luting cements for crowns, bridges
type 2: restorations
type 3: fast setting lining material
type 4: fissure sealant
type 5: luting for orthodontics
type 6: core build up
type 7: fluoride releasing GIC
type 8: atraumatic restorations
type 9: paediatric restorations

Question 5

what is eagle syndrome?

Answer 5

it occurs due to elongation of the styloid process or calcification of the stylohyoid ligament
* this may produce pain due to pressure on the head and neck
* characteristic pain on head turning
* dysphagia
* pain on mastication

Question 6

how is cleft palate classified?

Answer 6

veau classification