DASLE State Exam Questions with All Correct Answers
5 views 0 purchase
Course
DASLE
Institution
DASLE
DASLE State Exam Questions with All Correct Answers
What are the rules for placement of the dental dam clamp? - Answer- - The bow of the clamp is always placed towards (facing) the distal
- The four points of the clamp are resting below the height of contour (below the gumline)
- The clamp is ...
DASLE State Exam Questions with
All Correct Answers
What are the rules for placement of the dental dam clamp? - Answer- - The bow of the
clamp is always placed towards (facing) the distal
- The four points of the clamp are resting below the height of contour (below the
gumline)
- The clamp is placed on the lingual side of the tooth then the buccal
List the items that can be used to invert a rubber dam - Answer- - Air
- Plastic instrument (blunt instrument)
- Waxed floss
List the hole punch numbers for each type of tooth: - Answer- - MD anterior #1
- MX anterior #2
- MX & MD cuspids and bicuspids #3
- MX & MD molars #4
- Anchor tooth #5
When is the heavier rubber dam used? - Answer- When better tissue retraction is
needed
Which dam material is used most often for endodontics? - Answer- Thin
Why is the clamp ligated with floss? - Answer- To prevent patient aspiration
What part of the clamp is the rubber dam stretched over first? - Answer- The bow
List the steps for removal of the rubber dam material: - Answer- - Remove opposite
ligatures
- Remove clamp
- Cut the dam on the facial side interdentally in the rubber dam septum
- Remove dam and frame
- Check for pieces
- Floss & massage tissue
List the uses/advantages of using the rubber dam - Answer- - Better patient
management and protection
- Controls moisture
- Decreases operator time
- Effective barrier control for infection control
- Used for RCT, Sealants, Restorations, Bleaching, not oral surgery
,Why is a rubber dam napkin used? - Answer- - Moisture control
- Latex allergies/sensitivity
- Patient comfort
Which clamp is used for a class V restoration? - Answer- Butterfly clamp 212 or 214
Which dental dam frame is placed under the dam material? - Answer- - Plastic frame
(Otsby)
- Shows as radiolucent (rays can penetrate the frame)
Which dental frame is placed on the outside of the dam material? - Answer- - Youngs
frame (metal)
- Shows as radiopaque (rays cannot penetrate)
What happens if the holes are punched too close together? - Answer- The interdental
papilla shows through
What happens if the holes are punched too far apart? - Answer- There is bunching
interproximally
What happens if the curve of the arch is punched too flat? Too narrow? - Answer- -
Bunching and stretching on lingual
- Folding and stretching on the facial
How far apart should the holes be spaced? - Answer- 3.0-3.5mm
What do the jaws of a clamp look like that has the letter 'A' following the number? -
Answer- The jaws bend sharply downward
How far from the upper edge of the dam material should the holes be punched for the
maxillary? Mandibular? - Answer- Maxillary: 1"
Mandibular: 2"
List the topical anesthetics that may have a toxic reaction. - Answer- - Tetracaine
Hydrochloride (Cetacaine)
- Betacaine Sulfate (Butyn)
Which topical is likely to cause a localized allergic reaction? - Answer- Benzocaine
Which topical medication should not be used if a patient has had a prior sensitivity to
Iodine? - Answer- Betadine
What is the most widely used topical anesthetic agent? - Answer- Lidocaine (allergies
are rare)
, List the different types of topical anesthetics: - Answer- - Liquid
- Patch
- Gel
- Ointment
- Paste
-Spray
Mandibular Nerve Block- Inferior Alveolar Injection - Answer- - Block
- Posterior to the retromolar pad
- (long needle)
- Numbs from the central incisor on a specific side to retromolar pad
- Numbs half of the tongue
Buccal Nerve Block (long buccal injection) - Answer- - Numbs the buccal tissue of MN
molars
- (long needle)
Mental Nerve Block - Answer- - Placed between the MN premolars
- Numbs from the premolars to central incisors on specific side
- Does not numb the tongue
Posterior Superior Alveolar Block - Answer- - Numbs distobuccal and lingual of 1st
molar, 2nd molar, and 3rd molars
Why and where is it necessary to add wax (wax trimming) to an alginate tray? - Answer-
- Protects tissue from injury and provides pt. comfort
- Extends the length of tray
- Add to palate (Pt. with high palate)
- Extends to borders to aid in obtaining muscle attachments
What type of wax is used for wax trimming? - Answer- Utility wax
What is the correct operator position when taking maxillary impressions? Mandibular? -
Answer- Maxillary: 11-12 (right handed) 12-1 (left handed)
Mandibular: 7:30-8 (right handed) 4:30-5 (left handed)
Why is the patient instructed to lift and extrude their tongue when taking a mandibular
impression? - Answer- Ensures the lingual aspect of the alveolar process (lingual
flange) is defined
What types of trays are used during an alginate impression and why? - Answer- -
Rimlock/Perforated
-Locks the alginate material into the tray
How is the setting time of alginate lengthened? Shortened? - Answer- Lengthened: by
using cold water
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Scholarsstudyguide. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $12.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
