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OEQ Flashcards

1
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What is the “gold standard” for pulp capping?

A

Dycal (CaOH)

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2
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The most important factor for DIRECT pulp cap success is:

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Control of hemostasis

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3
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A tooth with irreversible pulpitis will demonstrate:

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  1. being vital
  2. pain with heat
  3. spontaneous pain
  4. pain or relief with cold

All of the above are characteristics of IP

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4
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T/F: Pulp capping should be avoided if placing a crown/bridge on that tooth. After a direct pulp cap, the pulp typically heals within 2-6 days

A

First statement true, second statement false (4-6 weeks is healing phase)

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5
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Generally, the “cutback” technique for milled CEREC restorations is better for:

A

anterior teeth

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6
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T/F: Occlusal views should visualize the incisal edges of the most anterior teeth. Full-smile photographs should be taken slightly below the occlusal plane.

A

S1-True
S2- False

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7
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Which of the following is NOT an esthetic restoration:

a) class III ML composite on #8
b) ceramic facial veneers #7-10
c) class II DO composite on #20
d) all-ceramic crown on #4 following RCT
e) class IV composite on #24

A

Ceramic facial veneers on #7-10

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8
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What is required of a tooth to undergo an INDIRECT pulp cap?

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  1. Deep, asymptomatic caries
  2. Vital tooth
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9
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T/F: A pulp exposure would result in the need for an indirect pulp cap

A

False- DIRECT pulp cap

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10
Q

Supply-side economics says that an increase in dentists will:

a) increase competition
b) decrease service fees
c) increase innovation
d) A&B
e) all of the above

A

e) all of the above

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11
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What is the HIGHEST value shade in the Vita Shade Guide

A

B1

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12
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Patients who use the ADA reccomeneded ______ carbamide peroxide whitening solution at home should expect a noticeable difference after _____

A

10% carbamide peroxide; 4-5 days

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13
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What is NOT true about the use of opalesnce whitening trays?

a) amalgam restorations may turn the trays purple
b) stopping intermittently should not affect results
c) fluoride gel or potassium nitrate toothpaste can be used to reduce sensitivity
d) an endo-treated tooth can have a lingual access opened for internal bleaching
e) it is safe to use for pregnant patients

A

e) it is NOT safe to use for pregnant patients

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14
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T/F: A 30-35% hydrogen peroxide solution is used for in-office bleaching. In-office bleaching typically take 2-6 visits, each lasting 30-45 minutes

A

Both statements true

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15
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Dental adhesion is primarily:

A

Micromechanical adehsion

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16
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Soflex discs can be used to ____ a class IV restoration

A

Polish

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17
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What color stain, when added to a milled CEREC restoration gives the appearance of translucency?

A

Blue

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18
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Esthetic crown lengthening is indicated in all of the following except:

a) subgingival margin placement
b) gingival overgrowth
c) altered passive eruption
d) excessive gingival display
e) all of the above

A

a) sub-G margin placement

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A patient comes in complaining of a toothache. When asked to describe the character of pain, the patient says that it generally hurts on the upper teeth but cannot isolate it to a single tooth. The patient also says tilting his head makes the pain worse. What is the most likely cause of pain?

A

Maxillary sinus infection

-upper teeth pain but cannot isolate
-pain worsens with tilting head

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20
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after gingivectomy, complete connective tissue repair occurs ____ post-op

A

6 weeks

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21
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T/F: A midline deviation under 4mm is typically unnoticeable by others. A midline deviation that is canted in one direction is more noticeable.

A

Both statements true

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22
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Which of the following describes organic methyl mercury?

i) found in seafood
ii) least toxic form of mercury
iii) water soluble
iv) absorbed by the lungs
v) not found in amalgam

A

i) found in seafood
v) NOT found in amalgam

23
Q

In dental practice, mercury vapor is typically released when:

A
  1. amalgam is in its liquid form
  2. amalgam restorations are removed
24
Q

Which of the following about amalgam exposure is true?

-amalgam restorations cause a 50% reduction in kidney function
-mercury is able to migrate through roots and accumulate in the bone
-masticating on an amalgam restoration releases an INCONSIDERABLE amount of mercury
-people with amalgam restorations tend to have HIGH mercury content n their urine

A

Masticating on an amalgam restoration releases an INCONSIDERABLE amount of mercury

25
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T/F: Measuring mercury in the blood is the most accurate representation of exposure. Less than 1% of environmental mercury release comes from dental offices.

A

S1-false (urine)
S2- true

26
Q

Amalgam separators:

-are now mandated by the EPA in dental offices
-are more efficient at collecting amalgam waste
-collect amalgam prior to central vacuum pump

A

all true

27
Q

What is NOT UMKC clinic protocol when it comes to intraoral photography:

-Only write the patient’s chart on the provided envelope
-Never view the photographs on any device than the camera
-Handle the camera and its bag without gloves
-Do not throw away flash batteries if they ar dead

A

All are protocol

28
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The purpose of etching in composite bonding is to:

A
  1. increase surface area of enamel
  2. remove the smear layer
  3. allow penetration of resin into the dentin
  4. increase surface energy
29
Q

What is FALSE about glass ionomer materials:

-Glass ionomer should NEVER be etched with phosphoric acid

-The FAS glass component of GI releases fluoride

-The shade selection for GI is more limited compared to resin composite

-GI has a stronger bone to the tooth than resin composite

A

false- GI has a stronger bond to the tooth than resin (but it does prevent shrinkage and is able to penetrate the dentin)

30
Q

When is the open-sandwich technique indicated?

A

Large class II lesion extending BEYOND the CEJ

31
Q

Which maxillary tooth typically has the highest shade value, in an esthetic smile?

A

Central incisors

32
Q

Glass ionomer cements are contraidicated for use in/as:

-Non-cervical carious lesions
-Sedative fillings
-Large class II lesion
-Base for deep class I
-None of the above

A

Large class II lesion - unsure on this

33
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The purpose of silane in composites is to:

A

Transfer stress between matrix and filler

34
Q

Transfers stress between matrix and filler:

A

Silane in composites

35
Q

Chlorhexidine is use:

A
  1. in universal bonding agents
  2. to increase composite bond strength
  3. to prevent collagen breakdown in dentin

(all of the above)

36
Q

T/F: Commercialism is the driving force for dentist in developing treatments. If treatment is purely cosmetic, the patient does NOT need to be told that it is unnecessary

A

S1- F
S2- F

37
Q

F/28 for a camera would indicate:

A

small-size aperture

38
Q

What does the design mode “BIOGENERIC COPY” nase a CAD-CAM restoration upon, during the acquisition phase?

A

A pre-prepared scanned version of that tooth

39
Q

What is the average focal range of OMNICAM sensor:

A

0-15mm

40
Q

The ___ refers to the curvature of the upper lip during smiling

A

Lip line

41
Q

Normal passive eruption occurs when the sulcus base is:

A

at the level of the CEJ

42
Q

In a patient with proper facial symmetry, the interpupillary line should be parallel to:

A

Commisure line & occlusal plane

43
Q

Which of the following statements is true:

-f-stop of f/8 is ideal for intraoral photographs

-black backgrounds are the best for full-face photographs

-photographs of the buccal view are reversed

-retractors should pull the lips back and downwards

-none of the above

A

Photographs of the BUCCAL VIEW are REVERSED

44
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How long should one wait to bond restorative materials to a tooth undergoing bleaching?

A

2 weeks

45
Q

T/F: A long, shallow bevel should be placed on the lingual of a class IV prep

A

False

46
Q

T/F: OTC whitening products should be taken for half as long as recommended due to their potency

A

False

47
Q

T/F: Glass ionomer materials typically need to be “recharged” with fluoride to perpetuate its fluoride-releasing properties

A

True

48
Q

T/F: Electrosurgery invovles the division of tissue with a high-frequency current applied locally with a metal instrument

A

True

49
Q

T/F: Isolation of CADCAM prepared tooth is best done with a rubber dam during acquisition

A

False

50
Q

T/F: Hypocalcified spots can be treated with icon resin infiltrant if bleaching does not work on them

A

True

51
Q

What can be used to treat hypocalcified spots if bleaching does not work on them?

A

Icon resin infiltrant

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