Dental Implants: Guidelines and Safety Measures Quiz

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Why should we never connect an implant directly to teeth?

Because the implant will interfere with the natural growth of the tooth
Because the crown on the tooth will be moved upward, causing the implant to become loose
Because the implant will not be able to support the movement of the tooth
Because teeth move within the periodontal ligaments, causing leakage and cervical decay (correct)

What is the recommended safe zone between an implant and a nerve?

3 mm
1 mm
2 mm (correct)
4 mm

When placing an implant next to neighboring teeth, what is the main concern regarding the periodontal ligaments?

You don't want to disturb the arteries
You don't want to be touching the periodontal ligaments of these teeth (correct)
You don't want the implant to be made of polished titanium
You don't want the implant to be much longer than the neighboring teeth

What is the main reason why you should never judge a case from an X-ray alone?

Because the X-ray doesn't show the soft tissue (D) Signup and view all the answers

When treating younger patients below the age of 25, what is the main concern regarding facial growth?

The facial growth may continue, which could affect the placement of the implant (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum recommended age for placing an implant?

21 years old (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the grade of titanium commonly used for implants and dentistry?

Grade 4 (commercially pure titanium) (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce heat generation during implant placement?

Increasing the drill speed as the drill gets wider (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum recommended distance between an implant and an adjacent tooth?

1.5 mm (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about bone dehiscence is TRUE?

Bone dehiscence can be avoided by designing the flap to reach 110% of the surgical site and suturing edge-to-edge. (A) Signup and view all the answers