DANB General Chairside Review
Exam Questions & Answers (Grade
A+)
In inventory supply systems, what is the term for the factor that
ensures that an adequate supply is available, taking lead time and
rate of use into consideration? -
correct answer ✅Reorder point
Which patient recall system involves having the patient fill out a
postcard that is then filed according to the month the patient is to
be recalled? -
correct answer ✅Chronological card file
For optimum effectiveness, the American Dental Association (ADA)
recommends that topical anesthetics be left on the mucosa for how
long? -
correct answer ✅1 minute
What is the appearance of a dental amalgam that is undermixed? -
correct answer ✅Grainy
What term refers to the dental assistant and dentist working
together? -
correct answer ✅Four-handed dentistry
,DANB General Chairside Review
Exam Questions & Answers (Grade
A+)
What are the components of a basic tray setup? -
correct answer ✅Mouth mirror, explorer, cotton pliers
A pulpectomy involves -
correct answer ✅Complete excision of the pulp
The vitamin that is MOST important to healthy gingiva is -
correct answer ✅vitamin C
What is the optimal positioning of the dental assistant's stool in
relation to the operator's stool? -
correct answer ✅4 to 6 inches above
When recording medication that the dentist prescribed to a patient
in the patient's chart, the dental assistant must include what
information? -
correct answer ✅The route of administration
The following are motions of mechanical toothbrushes EXCEPT:
, DANB General Chairside Review
Exam Questions & Answers (Grade
A+)
asymmetrical.
elliptical.
reciprocating.
orbital. -
correct answer ✅Asymmetrical
Which instrument includes shapes such as the pig tail, shepherd's
hook, and the right angle? -
correct answer ✅Explorer
The material MOST OFTEN used in temporary restorations is -
correct answer ✅zinc oxide-eugenol.
When removing carious dentin from a cavity, which handpiece/bur
combination is MOST OFTEN used? -
correct answer ✅Low-speed handpiece with a #4 bur
Of the following options, which is a sign of gingivitis?
Exam Questions & Answers (Grade
A+)
In inventory supply systems, what is the term for the factor that
ensures that an adequate supply is available, taking lead time and
rate of use into consideration? -
correct answer ✅Reorder point
Which patient recall system involves having the patient fill out a
postcard that is then filed according to the month the patient is to
be recalled? -
correct answer ✅Chronological card file
For optimum effectiveness, the American Dental Association (ADA)
recommends that topical anesthetics be left on the mucosa for how
long? -
correct answer ✅1 minute
What is the appearance of a dental amalgam that is undermixed? -
correct answer ✅Grainy
What term refers to the dental assistant and dentist working
together? -
correct answer ✅Four-handed dentistry
,DANB General Chairside Review
Exam Questions & Answers (Grade
A+)
What are the components of a basic tray setup? -
correct answer ✅Mouth mirror, explorer, cotton pliers
A pulpectomy involves -
correct answer ✅Complete excision of the pulp
The vitamin that is MOST important to healthy gingiva is -
correct answer ✅vitamin C
What is the optimal positioning of the dental assistant's stool in
relation to the operator's stool? -
correct answer ✅4 to 6 inches above
When recording medication that the dentist prescribed to a patient
in the patient's chart, the dental assistant must include what
information? -
correct answer ✅The route of administration
The following are motions of mechanical toothbrushes EXCEPT:
, DANB General Chairside Review
Exam Questions & Answers (Grade
A+)
asymmetrical.
elliptical.
reciprocating.
orbital. -
correct answer ✅Asymmetrical
Which instrument includes shapes such as the pig tail, shepherd's
hook, and the right angle? -
correct answer ✅Explorer
The material MOST OFTEN used in temporary restorations is -
correct answer ✅zinc oxide-eugenol.
When removing carious dentin from a cavity, which handpiece/bur
combination is MOST OFTEN used? -
correct answer ✅Low-speed handpiece with a #4 bur
Of the following options, which is a sign of gingivitis?
