DT 1 Restorative Dentistry

Question 1

Restorative dentistry

Answer 1

Goal: restore teeth to normal function

restoring defect such as chips, discoloration, or missing teeth.

Question 2

Esthetic dentistry

Answer 2

Improving the appearance of teeth by repairing or camouflaging imperfections and defects.

Question 3

General Dentistry also known AS

Answer 3

Operative dentistry

Question 4

Direct Restoration

Answer 4

directly into a prepared tooth

Restoration made by placing a soft/malleable filling material

Question 5

Indirect resto

Answer 5

Restoration outside of mouth

using impressions

is seated usually at second appt (cast restoration)

Question 6

Bonded Restoration

Answer 6

bonding agents used

NO retention groove

• adhesive replace mechanical retention

Question 7

non-bonded

Answer 7

cavity prep

-retention groove/mechanical retention

bonding agents used.

Question 8

Indications for Using Amalgam

Answer 8

poor oral self care

cost less$$

problematic moisture control

covered by most insurances

Question 9

Amalgam Capsule composition

Answer 9

mercury(moldable)

amalgam allow powder

Question 10

Amalgam alloy powder is a combination of

Answer 10

Silver- strengths

Tin- workability

Copper- corrosion resistance

Zinc -suppresses oxidation

Question 11

amalgamation or trituration

Answer 11

mixing of amalgam capsule

Question 12

Galvanic Action

Answer 12

when amg from one tooth meets another

and cause a “shock” to patient

Question 13

TC purpose

Answer 13

Match the natural tooth color,

bond directly onto tooth surface

Question 14

Glass Ionomer

Answer 14

adhesion chemically,

and resistance to acid erosion.

Releases fluoride after it set

Question 15

Veneers

Answer 15

components : composite resin/ porcelain material

BONDED onto tooth surface

Goal :improve aesthetics

Question 16

Direct Veneers

Answer 16

Chairside by dentist

in one appointment

(prefabricated/ direct buildup bonded)

Question 17

Indirect Veneers

Answer 17

lab fabricated by lab tech

• requires 2 appts

Question 18

Diastema Closure

Answer 18

Direct

Composite material

(involves interproximal area Only)

Question 19

Retentive Pins

Answer 19

Used with a restorative procedure

Support restoration when there is extensive decay

DOSENT ADD STRENGTH only support

Question 20

Core Build-up

Answer 20

Structural support for the crowns

not enough natural tooth structure

Material : TC or Am

Question 21

Sedative Dressings/ Trauma control

Answer 21

Typically placed at Spec or Emergency exams,

in response to caries or trauma (fractured tooth)

temporary, soothing measure(Contains eugenol )

Question 22

Intermediate Restorative Material(IRM)-

Answer 22

temporary filling until material is placed

temporary restorative material

Question 23

Prefabricated Crowns

Answer 23

Pre-made crowns

Material (stainless steel or acrylic)

1 appointment.

Typically in primary teeth in temporary situations

Question 24

Whitening restorative

Answer 24

Whitening done BEFORE procedure

Question 25

Indications for Resto procedures

Answer 25

pain- (exposed dentin)

poor esthetics - change tc

poor function- mal occlusion

maintain alveolar health -prevent bone loss

restore dental health- - replace old restos

Durability- long service life

Question 26

Contraindications for Resto Procedures

Answer 26

Age - Geriatric - resto for function

Pediatric- may require referral

Lack of alveolar support- tooth mobility

poor health- endanger success of resto

tooth structurally not sound-

Question 27

Spec exam

Answer 27

Slight discomfort

Question 28

Emergency exam

Answer 28

Ongoing pain