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Tools Pictures Flashcards

1
Q

What is the primary tool used for examining teeth?

A

Dental mirror

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2
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True or False: An explorer is used to detect cavities.

A

True

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3
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What tool is commonly used for scraping plaque from teeth?

A

Scaler

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4
Q

Fill in the blank: The __________ is used to remove decay from teeth.

A

Handpiece

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5
Q

What is the purpose of a periodontal probe?

A

To measure the depth of gum pockets

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6
Q

Which tool is used to apply dental sealants?

A

Sealant applicator

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7
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a dental tool? A) Forceps B) Excavator C) Hammer

A

C) Hammer

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8
Q

What is the function of dental forceps?

A

To extract teeth

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9
Q

True or False: A rubber dam is used to isolate a tooth during treatment.

A

True

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10
Q

What instrument is used to shape and smooth fillings?

A

Burnisher

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11
Q

Fill in the blank: __________ are used to hold and manipulate dental materials.

A

Pluggers

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12
Q

What type of dental tool is a carver?

A

An instrument used to shape restorative materials

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13
Q

Multiple Choice: Which tool is used to mix dental materials? A) Spatula B) Chisel C) Mirror

A

A) Spatula

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14
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What is the purpose of a bite block?

A

To keep the patient’s mouth open during procedures

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15
Q

True or False: A dental chair is considered a dental tool.

A

False

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16
Q

What type of instrument is a matrix band?

A

A tool used to form a temporary wall for restorations

17
Q

Fill in the blank: The __________ is used to achieve local anesthesia in dental procedures.

A

Syringe

18
Q

What is the main use of an endodontic file?

A

To clean and shape root canals

19
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is used for suturing? A) Needle holder B) Scaler C) Explorer

A

A) Needle holder

20
Q

What tool is used for removing excess material from restorations?

A

Finishing bur

21
Q

True or False: A dental spatula is used for measuring gum pockets.

A

False

22
Q

What is the purpose of a matrix retainer?

A

To hold the matrix band in place during restoration

23
Q

Fill in the blank: __________ are used to hold tissue during procedures.

A

Hemostats

24
Q

What is the primary purpose of a dental suction device?

A

To remove saliva and debris from the mouth

25
Q

Multiple Choice: Which tool is primarily used for polishing teeth? A) Prophy angle B) Excavator C) Chisel

A

A) Prophy angle

26
Q

What type of tool is a dental chisel?

A

An instrument used for cutting and shaping hard tissue

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