DATS Final Exam: DAT Exam Study Guide: DAT 102 Final
Exam: DATS Mid Term Exam Review: Questions &
Answers:
A(n) _____ is defined as a mixture of two or more metals. - ANSWERalloy
A liquid with high viscosity _____ flow easily and _____ effective in wetting a surface
- ANSWERdoes not, is not
Dental restorative materials that are applied, while pliable, to a tooth or teeth and
can be adapted, carved, and finished are classified as: - ANSWERdirect restorations
types of composite resins is most often used today? - ANSWERhybrid
an advantage to using glass ionomer as a restorative material? - ANSWERreleases
flouride
The dental restorations created in the laboratory by the dental laboratory technician
are classified as _____ restorations. - ANSWERindirect
The term restorative describes the ability to: - ANSWERRemove disease and restore
function
Materials used to restore posterior teeth must be capable of withstanding _____ psi
- ANSWER28,000
A desensitizer could be indicated for which of the following procedures? -
ANSWERamalgam
An example of a biological pulpal stimulus is - ANSWERbacteria from saliva coming
into contact with pulpal tissues
Dental varnish is used in the cavity preparation to - ANSWERseal tubules and reduce
leakage
Failure to place a protective base under a restoration can result in -
ANSWERpostoperative sensitivity and damage to the pulp
How long is the etchant material applied to the tooth being prepared for use of a
bonding material? - ANSWER15-30 seconds
Etchant removes the _____ layer in preparation for bonding - ANSWERsmear
An example of enamel bonding is the placement of a - ANSWERdental sealant
, Calcium hydroxide liner is a frequently used liner because it - ANSWERstimulates
production of secondary dentin
Dental bonding is also referred to as - ANSWERDental adhesion
Etching for dental bonding is done with what type of acid - ANSWERphosphoric
A properly etched tooth will appear: - ANSWERfrosted
ZOE mixed to a base consistency should not be - ANSWERrolled into a one large ball
You are asked to select a protective base for insulation that is releases fluoride under
a composite restoration. Which would you select? - ANSWERglass ionomer cement
You are asked to select a base for a deep cavity preparation that is uncomfortable
due to extensive caries. Which would you select? - ANSWERcalcium hydroxide
When a varnish is used, is it always used before other materials? - ANSWERno
Which type of dental cement is used as an adhesive for permanent indirect
restorations? - ANSWERresin cements
When are temporary cements used? - ANSWERPlacing a provisional crown
How should cement be placed into an indirect restoration for delivery? -
ANSWERthin and even layer
Which type of cement is preferred for cementation of ceramic veneers? -
ANSWERcomposite resin
What step(s) should be followed before dispensing cement powder? - ANSWERfluff
and measure powder
Which method would not be used to remove excess cement from an indirect
restoration? - ANSWERpull excess cement down away from casting
How should polycarboxylate cement appear when mixed correctly? - ANSWERglossy
What are the three classifications of impressions used in dentistry? -
ANSWERpreliminary, final, and bite registration
Why would a dentist request preliminary impressions? - ANSWERto gain an initial
visual understanding of a patient's teeth and gum structure
Legally, who can take final impressions? - ANSWERdentist
Exam: DATS Mid Term Exam Review: Questions &
Answers:
A(n) _____ is defined as a mixture of two or more metals. - ANSWERalloy
A liquid with high viscosity _____ flow easily and _____ effective in wetting a surface
- ANSWERdoes not, is not
Dental restorative materials that are applied, while pliable, to a tooth or teeth and
can be adapted, carved, and finished are classified as: - ANSWERdirect restorations
types of composite resins is most often used today? - ANSWERhybrid
an advantage to using glass ionomer as a restorative material? - ANSWERreleases
flouride
The dental restorations created in the laboratory by the dental laboratory technician
are classified as _____ restorations. - ANSWERindirect
The term restorative describes the ability to: - ANSWERRemove disease and restore
function
Materials used to restore posterior teeth must be capable of withstanding _____ psi
- ANSWER28,000
A desensitizer could be indicated for which of the following procedures? -
ANSWERamalgam
An example of a biological pulpal stimulus is - ANSWERbacteria from saliva coming
into contact with pulpal tissues
Dental varnish is used in the cavity preparation to - ANSWERseal tubules and reduce
leakage
Failure to place a protective base under a restoration can result in -
ANSWERpostoperative sensitivity and damage to the pulp
How long is the etchant material applied to the tooth being prepared for use of a
bonding material? - ANSWER15-30 seconds
Etchant removes the _____ layer in preparation for bonding - ANSWERsmear
An example of enamel bonding is the placement of a - ANSWERdental sealant
, Calcium hydroxide liner is a frequently used liner because it - ANSWERstimulates
production of secondary dentin
Dental bonding is also referred to as - ANSWERDental adhesion
Etching for dental bonding is done with what type of acid - ANSWERphosphoric
A properly etched tooth will appear: - ANSWERfrosted
ZOE mixed to a base consistency should not be - ANSWERrolled into a one large ball
You are asked to select a protective base for insulation that is releases fluoride under
a composite restoration. Which would you select? - ANSWERglass ionomer cement
You are asked to select a base for a deep cavity preparation that is uncomfortable
due to extensive caries. Which would you select? - ANSWERcalcium hydroxide
When a varnish is used, is it always used before other materials? - ANSWERno
Which type of dental cement is used as an adhesive for permanent indirect
restorations? - ANSWERresin cements
When are temporary cements used? - ANSWERPlacing a provisional crown
How should cement be placed into an indirect restoration for delivery? -
ANSWERthin and even layer
Which type of cement is preferred for cementation of ceramic veneers? -
ANSWERcomposite resin
What step(s) should be followed before dispensing cement powder? - ANSWERfluff
and measure powder
Which method would not be used to remove excess cement from an indirect
restoration? - ANSWERpull excess cement down away from casting
How should polycarboxylate cement appear when mixed correctly? - ANSWERglossy
What are the three classifications of impressions used in dentistry? -
ANSWERpreliminary, final, and bite registration
Why would a dentist request preliminary impressions? - ANSWERto gain an initial
visual understanding of a patient's teeth and gum structure
Legally, who can take final impressions? - ANSWERdentist
