DASLE MN State Exam || Questions &
Answers (Graded A+)
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Answers (Graded A+)
What prophy paste is not recommended for esthetic restorations? - ANSWER -
regular prophy paste
Low-abrasive pastes such as micron-fine sapphire or diamond paste or aluminum
oxide paste should be used for restorations.
Factors that influence the rate of abrasion - ANSWER - The more agent used, the
greater the degree of abrasion.
The lighter the pressure, the less abrasion.
The slower the rotation of the cup, the less abrasion.
Sequence of Polishing - ANSWER - Aesthetic and porcelain restorations should be
polished first
Operators preference
flossing after polishing - ANSWER - polish the inter proximal tooth surfaces and
remove any abrasive agent or debris that may be lodged in the contact area
Evaluation of polishing - ANSWER - -after tooth surfaces have been dried with air,
no disclosing agent remains,
-teeth are glossy and reflect light from the mirror
-no evidence of trauma to the gingival margins or to any other soft tissues
Topical Anesthetic - ANSWER - provides a temporary numbing effect on nerve
endings located on the surface of the oral mucosa
Active ingredients in topical medications - ANSWER - benzocaine, lidocaine
available in ointments, liquids, sprays, and patches
How long do you leave the topical anesthetic on the tissue? - ANSWER - Minimum
15-30 seconds
Maximum 1-2 minutes
spray topical anesthetics - ANSWER - applied to larger surface areas of tissues
Useful when applied in the back of the throat, in patients with a strong gag reflex
patch topical anesthetics - ANSWER - when placed, provides topical anesthesia in
10 seconds
Placed where a local anesthetic injection will go
, Useful for alleviation of discomfort from denture sores or oral ulcers
Injection sites - ANSWER - ASA, MSA, PSA, infiltration, mandibular nerve block,
buccal nerve block, lingual nerve block, mental nerve block, incisive nerve block,
nasopalatine nerve block, greater palatine nerve block
Duration - ANSWER - time span, an example is the first sign of numbness from
anesthesia to complete feeling
Induction - ANSWER - time from injection to effective anesthesia
gauge - ANSWER - standard thickness, size, or measurement of something, such as
thickness of injection needle
lumen - ANSWER - the hollow center of the injection needle
Demineralization - ANSWER - the removal of mineral components from mineralized
tissues
Remineralization - ANSWER - the process of restoring minerals to a mineralized
tissue that has been demineralized. Fluoride facilitates the initiation of calcification
and in turn promotes crystallization.
Systemic Fluoride - ANSWER - Fluoride that is ingested and then circulated
throughout the body
Pre-eruptive fluoride exposure (8-10 years)
-is ingested in food, beverages, or supplements
-fluoridated water
-meats, vegetables, cereals, tea, fish
Topical Fluoride - ANSWER - Fluoride that is applied directly to the tooth
-non-prescriptive-strength are sold OTC for at home use
-toothpaste containing fluoride is the primary source of topical fluoride
-prescription strength fluorides are applied at the dental office
-Foam, Gel, Rinse (do not eat or drink for 30 min)
-Varnish (hot, sticky, or crunchy foods and no brushing for 4-6 hours)
Topical Fluoride Percentages - ANSWER - OTC rinses= 0.05% sodium fluoride
Prescription rinses= 0.63% stannous fluoride or 0.2% sodium fluoride
OTC gels= 1.1% sodium fluoride
Prescription gels= 2% sodium fluoride
Clinical Crown - ANSWER - That portion of the tooth that is visible in the oral cavity
Oral prophylaxis - ANSWER - The complete removal of calculus, debris, stain, and
plaque from the teeth.
