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What is a common cause of failure of indirect restorations?
What is a common cause of failure of indirect restorations?
- Solubility in oral fluids
- Excessive thickness
- Inadequate flow
- Lack of adhesion (correct)
What does the term 'adhesion' depend on in the context of dental cements?
What does the term 'adhesion' depend on in the context of dental cements?
- Manufacturer of the cement
- Color of cement
- Strength of cement (correct)
- Flavor of the cement
Which mechanical property is important for cavity lining to resist packing of restorative materials?
Which mechanical property is important for cavity lining to resist packing of restorative materials?
- High thermal conductivity
- High modulus of elasticity (correct)
- Low ductility
- Low tensile strength
How does the use of adhesive materials impact the risk of restoration displacement?
How does the use of adhesive materials impact the risk of restoration displacement?
Why is it advantageous for luting materials to have a thinner film thickness?
Why is it advantageous for luting materials to have a thinner film thickness?
What is one benefit of bonding in certain instances like with porcelain crowns?
What is one benefit of bonding in certain instances like with porcelain crowns?
What is an ideal requirement of dental cements for endodontic purposes?
What is an ideal requirement of dental cements for endodontic purposes?
What is a requirement for cement base materials to ensure a high bond strength between tooth and restorative surface?
What is a requirement for cement base materials to ensure a high bond strength between tooth and restorative surface?
Which characteristic should base materials for cavity bases have in relation to the filling material and tooth structure?
Which characteristic should base materials for cavity bases have in relation to the filling material and tooth structure?
Why should cement base materials be insoluble in saliva and oral liquids?
Why should cement base materials be insoluble in saliva and oral liquids?
Why is it important for dental cements to be non-toxic and non-irritant to pulp or tissues?
Why is it important for dental cements to be non-toxic and non-irritant to pulp or tissues?
What is a key requirement for materials used in orthodontics?
What is a key requirement for materials used in orthodontics?
What is the main purpose of using base materials under metallic restorations?
What is the main purpose of using base materials under metallic restorations?
Why should base materials be electrically insulating?
Why should base materials be electrically insulating?
Why is it important for cement base materials to be radiopaque?
Why is it important for cement base materials to be radiopaque?
What is the primary function of dental cements?
What is the primary function of dental cements?
Which of the following is a use of dental cements mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is a use of dental cements mentioned in the text?
What characteristic is crucial for cement base materials to withstand packing force of permanent restorations?
What characteristic is crucial for cement base materials to withstand packing force of permanent restorations?
What is an ideal biological property required for dental cements?
What is an ideal biological property required for dental cements?
Why is a low film thickness important in cement base materials?
Why is a low film thickness important in cement base materials?
Why should dental cements be insoluble in saliva and other mouth liquids?
Why should dental cements be insoluble in saliva and other mouth liquids?
What is the purpose of a chemical barrier in base materials?
What is the purpose of a chemical barrier in base materials?
In what type of areas are dental cements commonly used as restorative materials?
In what type of areas are dental cements commonly used as restorative materials?
What is the purpose of applying cavity liners in a thin layer during dental procedures?
What is the purpose of applying cavity liners in a thin layer during dental procedures?
Which type of dental cement is based on Zinc Oxide Powder and Phosphoric Acid?
Which type of dental cement is based on Zinc Oxide Powder and Phosphoric Acid?
Resin cements are primarily used for which dental purpose?
Resin cements are primarily used for which dental purpose?
What classification of dental cements is based on Alumino Silicate Glass and Polycarboxylic Acid?
What classification of dental cements is based on Alumino Silicate Glass and Polycarboxylic Acid?
Which type of dental cement is classified as Water-Based Cement?
Which type of dental cement is classified as Water-Based Cement?
According to ADA specifications, which type of dental cement is recommended for Filling purposes?
According to ADA specifications, which type of dental cement is recommended for Filling purposes?
Which classification of dental cements includes Varnishes & Liners?
Which classification of dental cements includes Varnishes & Liners?
