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Why are anterior extra-coronal restorations in primary teeth more complex?
Why are anterior extra-coronal restorations in primary teeth more complex?
- Because of the smaller pulp chamber
- Due to the larger pulp chamber and thinner enamel and dentin layers (correct)
- Due to the hard enamel and dentin layers
- Because of the smaller dentin layer
What is a common reason for choosing extraction over restoration in primary teeth?
What is a common reason for choosing extraction over restoration in primary teeth?
- Higher cost of composite resin crowns
- Difficulty in etching the enamel
- Poor aesthetics of stainless steel crowns (correct)
- Inability to use pre-veneered stainless steel crowns
What is a characteristic of stainless steel crowns in primary teeth restorations?
What is a characteristic of stainless steel crowns in primary teeth restorations?
- They are aesthetically pleasing
- They are expensive
- They are not affected by hemorrhage or moisture (correct)
- They are difficult to apply
What is a type of crown commonly used in primary teeth restorations?
What is a type of crown commonly used in primary teeth restorations?
Why may pulpectomy be necessary in primary teeth?
Why may pulpectomy be necessary in primary teeth?
What is a benefit of using stainless steel crowns in primary teeth restorations?
What is a benefit of using stainless steel crowns in primary teeth restorations?
What is the major drawback of the polycarbonate crown preparation?
What is the major drawback of the polycarbonate crown preparation?
What is the purpose of creating holes in the palatal surface or incisal edge during crown preparation?
What is the purpose of creating holes in the palatal surface or incisal edge during crown preparation?
What is a common challenge when adjusting the margin of pre-veneered stainless steel crowns?
What is a common challenge when adjusting the margin of pre-veneered stainless steel crowns?
What is the primary consideration for selecting the size of anterior extra-coronal restorations?
What is the primary consideration for selecting the size of anterior extra-coronal restorations?
What is a common issue with the esthetic of pre-veneered stainless steel crowns?
What is a common issue with the esthetic of pre-veneered stainless steel crowns?
What is a characteristic of Contemporary restorations, such as Nusmile crowns?
What is a characteristic of Contemporary restorations, such as Nusmile crowns?
What was a major disadvantage of polycarbonate crowns in the 1970s?
What was a major disadvantage of polycarbonate crowns in the 1970s?
What led to the resurgence in the use of polycarbonate crowns in the 1990s?
What led to the resurgence in the use of polycarbonate crowns in the 1990s?
What is a major advantage of polycarbonate crowns compared to composite strip crowns?
What is a major advantage of polycarbonate crowns compared to composite strip crowns?
Why are polycarbonate crowns not recommended for certain patients?
Why are polycarbonate crowns not recommended for certain patients?
How do polycarbonate crowns compare to stainless steel crowns in terms of placement time?
How do polycarbonate crowns compare to stainless steel crowns in terms of placement time?
What is a necessary consideration when preparing a tooth for a polycarbonate crown?
What is a necessary consideration when preparing a tooth for a polycarbonate crown?
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