Certification

Question 1

Cavity found in pits and fissures

Answer 1

class I

Question 2

Class II cavity occurs

Answer 2

On the proximal or inbetween surfaces of posterior teeth

Question 3

During the coronal polishing procedure what does the amount of pressure applied to the polishing cup influence?

Answer 3

Rate of abrasion

Question 4

The clinical crown is the portion of the tooth which is

Answer 4

Visible in the oral cavity

Question 5

Calculus is removed with

Answer 5

Scalers

Question 6

Extrinsic stains are found where

Answer 6

Inside the tooth surface

Question 7

Intrinsic stains are classified according to their

Answer 7

Origin

Question 8

A dental assistant with a coronal polish certificate cannot perform what

Answer 8

A prophylaxis

Question 9

A supporting or resting point when using an instrument

Answer 9

Fulcrum

Question 10

A coronal polish is the complete removal of

Answer 10

Plaque and extrinsic stains

Question 11

Whitened chalky spot on a tooth may be the breakdown of enamel in the early process of tooth decay and is known as

Answer 11

Decalcification

Question 12

Positive effects that sealants can provide

Answer 12

Destruction of cavity causing bacteria

Improved cleansibility for pits and fissures

Arrest of early caries

Question 13

For caries to develop these 3 factors must be present

Answer 13

A susceptible tooth, diet rich in fermentable carbohydrates, and specific bacteria

Question 14

Which of the following is not a factor when recommending a sealant placement?

Age of tooth

Type of tooth

Recent caries activity

Frequency of flossing

Answer 14

Frequency of flossing

Question 15

How are dental X-rays useful for detecting and diagnosing decay

Answer 15

They can show decay between the teeth where it cannot be visually observed

Question 16

What is enamel hypoplasia

Answer 16

Disturbance in the formation of enamel caused by high fever or tetracycline

Question 17

Two specific groups of bacteria in the mouth that are responsible for caries

Answer 17

Mutans streptococci and lactobacilli

Question 18

Enchant contains 35% ________ and should not come into contact with the patient’s oral mucosa

Answer 18

Phosphoric avid

Question 19

In the decay process the decay breaks down the enamel and then enters the _____

Answer 19

Dentin

Question 20

Contraindications for sealants include

Answer 20

A primary tooth that will be lost soon

Question 21

What agent is placed on a tooth to aid in retention of a sealant

Answer 21

Phosphoric avid

Question 22

Primary cause of failure of sealant retention

Answer 22

Moisture contamination

Question 23

When placing sealants what allergy should we be cautious of

Answer 23

Acrylate

Question 24

Benefits of saliva

Answer 24

Physical protection

Chemical protection

Antibacterial protection

Question 25

Goal of CAMBRA is to

Answer 25

Assess risk of caries in an individual

Question 26

What is the term for when calcium and phosphate dissolve from hydroxyapitate crystals in the enamel

Answer 26

Demineralization

Question 27

Process of changing a simple chemical into another substance that contains the same element is called _____

Answer 27

Polymerization

Question 28

Most caries detection devices require the tooth to be

Answer 28

Clean

Question 29

What develops when caries begin to demineralize the enamel

Answer 29

Incipient caries

Question 30

Dental sealants act as a natural barrier protecting what surface of the teeth from decay?

Answer 30

Pits and fissures