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What does cariology primarily deal with?
What does cariology primarily deal with?
- Diagnosis and treatment of dental caries (correct)
- Evaluation of tooth sensitivity
- Study of gum diseases
- Management of oral infections
According to the acidogenic theory, what are the two stages of dental decay?
According to the acidogenic theory, what are the two stages of dental decay?
- Proteolysis of organic components; Demineralization of inorganic substances
- Lysis of enamel lamellae or rod sheath; Softening of enamel and dentin
- Formation of Streptococcus mutans; Presence of Lactobacillus acidophilus
- Decalcification of enamel and dentin; Dissolution of softened residue of enamel and dentin (correct)
Which microorganism is associated with enamel caries?
Which microorganism is associated with enamel caries?
- Lactobacillus acidophilus
- Streptococcus mutans (correct)
- Cemental caries
- Actinomyces viscosus
What is the process of formation of dental caries known as?
What is the process of formation of dental caries known as?
What is the function of a rotary bur?
What is the function of a rotary bur?
At what speed range does a medium speed handpiece operate?
At what speed range does a medium speed handpiece operate?
Which part of a bur is used for the initial entry to the tooth?
Which part of a bur is used for the initial entry to the tooth?
What does the rake face of a bur blade refer to?
What does the rake face of a bur blade refer to?
What is the angle formed by the clearance face and rake face of a bur blade called?
What is the angle formed by the clearance face and rake face of a bur blade called?
When is the runout dynamic test increased?
When is the runout dynamic test increased?
What is the purpose of beveling the enamel margins for composite?
What is the purpose of beveling the enamel margins for composite?
Which instrument is commonly used for gold foil?
Which instrument is commonly used for gold foil?
What is the purpose of using chlorhexidine during cavity debridement?
What is the purpose of using chlorhexidine during cavity debridement?
What defines the working end of a hand-held instrument?
What defines the working end of a hand-held instrument?
What is the main function of cavity varnish?
What is the main function of cavity varnish?
What is a disadvantage of using cavity varnish?
What is a disadvantage of using cavity varnish?
When is flowable resin used as a base?
When is flowable resin used as a base?
What is a notable property of zinc oxide eugenol?
What is a notable property of zinc oxide eugenol?
Which type of glass ionomer cement is used for pits and fissure sealant?
Which type of glass ionomer cement is used for pits and fissure sealant?
What substance has a high pH compared to CaOh when unset?
What substance has a high pH compared to CaOh when unset?
