Sealant state exam questions and
answers
When 1st introduced problem most pronounced: - ANSWER-retention
Characteristic of etchant material - ANSWER-Dissolves some of interprismatic
cement between enamel rods
applied to susceptible pits and fissures
helpful techniques in placement of pit and fissures:
Which statements are true - ANSWER-Enamel conditioning w 35 - 50% phosphoric
acid gel before sealant resin
Teeth done 1 quadrant at a time
Surface not appearing frosty should be re-etched
Characteristics of drying agent includes - ANSWER-Minimizes microleakage,
enhances moisture removal ffrom enamel, lowers surface, tension from enamel
a photopolymerizing sealant material - ANSWER-is light cured
Mechanism by which sealants adhere to tooth: - ANSWER-sealants retained by
adhesive forces. Bonding sealant to enamel through mechanical forces
After sealant placement outer layer will - ANSWER-not polymerize , remains slick to
touch, requires removal w cotton roll
Isolation of parotid is necessary for tooth number - ANSWER-3
Methods of isolation should include all but - ANSWER-saliva ejector and bite block
only
optimum combination of etching and rinsing is - ANSWER-15 seconds etching and
20 - 30 seconds rinse
handling of sealant material includes - ANSWER-refrigerate, use at room temp., and
discard expired products
standard curing light time is for - ANSWER-20 seconds
if sealant contacts gloves, remove and discard, wash hands immediately w soap and
water and re-glove - ANSWER-True
If sealant edge splashes into eyes, flush with water and return to normal activities -
ANSWER-False
If drying agent is ingested, induce vomiting immeidately - ANSWER-False
answers
When 1st introduced problem most pronounced: - ANSWER-retention
Characteristic of etchant material - ANSWER-Dissolves some of interprismatic
cement between enamel rods
applied to susceptible pits and fissures
helpful techniques in placement of pit and fissures:
Which statements are true - ANSWER-Enamel conditioning w 35 - 50% phosphoric
acid gel before sealant resin
Teeth done 1 quadrant at a time
Surface not appearing frosty should be re-etched
Characteristics of drying agent includes - ANSWER-Minimizes microleakage,
enhances moisture removal ffrom enamel, lowers surface, tension from enamel
a photopolymerizing sealant material - ANSWER-is light cured
Mechanism by which sealants adhere to tooth: - ANSWER-sealants retained by
adhesive forces. Bonding sealant to enamel through mechanical forces
After sealant placement outer layer will - ANSWER-not polymerize , remains slick to
touch, requires removal w cotton roll
Isolation of parotid is necessary for tooth number - ANSWER-3
Methods of isolation should include all but - ANSWER-saliva ejector and bite block
only
optimum combination of etching and rinsing is - ANSWER-15 seconds etching and
20 - 30 seconds rinse
handling of sealant material includes - ANSWER-refrigerate, use at room temp., and
discard expired products
standard curing light time is for - ANSWER-20 seconds
if sealant contacts gloves, remove and discard, wash hands immediately w soap and
water and re-glove - ANSWER-True
If sealant edge splashes into eyes, flush with water and return to normal activities -
ANSWER-False
If drying agent is ingested, induce vomiting immeidately - ANSWER-False
