Dental Sealants and Root Canal Files
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What is the correct term for Class II malocclusion?

  • Retrusoclusion
  • Distoclusion (correct)
  • Mesialocclusion
  • Prognathocclusion

Which of the following is NOT a developmental cause of orthodontic problems?

  • Supernumerary teeth
  • Ectopic eruption
  • Malocclusion correction (correct)
  • Congenitally missing teeth

What is hypocalcification?

  • Calcium deficiency in the diet
  • Overgrowth of tooth enamel
  • Excessive calcium intake
  • Defective enamel mineralization (correct)

What is the purpose of the Charters brushing method?

<p>To remove plaque effectively (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following instructions should be given to a patient after an orthodontic appliance has been placed?

<p>Avoid sticky foods and hard foods (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary instruments used to cement the orthodontic band?

<p>Band pusher and band seater (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of an orthodontic positioner?

<p>Retain teeth in their desired position (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should patients with orthodontic appliances avoid sticky foods?

<p>Sticky foods can cause the arch wires to bend or break (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are arch wires held to brackets in orthodontic treatment?

<p>With ligatures or elastomeric ties (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do bonded brackets do in orthodontic treatment?

<p>Fasten an arch wire to each tooth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Are braces considered fixed or removable appliances?

<p>Fixed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does severe malocclusion impact a patient's self-esteem?

<p>By affecting appearance and social interactions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to clean the pit and fissures prior to sealant application?

<p>To remove debris and bacteria that could interfere with the sealant bonding (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using an etchant on the pit and fissures before sealant application?

<p>To create a rough surface for better mechanical retention of the sealant (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the enamel look like after the etchant application?

<p>Roughened and frosty in appearance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is sealant application not very common among children?

<p>Due to children's difficulty in keeping the area dry during application (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of sealant polymerization method does not require mixing before application?

<p>Light-cured sealants (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason pits and fissures are considered ideal places for the accumulation of food and bacteria?

<p>Their narrow width and uneven depth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a contraindication to sealant application according to the text?

<p>Sufficiently erupted teeth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of problem might occur during sealant application if the material blocks the contact area?

<p>Sealant is high in the bite (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can sealant be applied to primary teeth expected to be lost soon based on the text?

<p>No, never (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one factor mentioned in the text that can cause a sealant to fail?

<p>Improper polymerization method (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of cleaning the surface before applying a dental sealant?

<p>To roughen the enamel for better sealant penetration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is isolation of the field important during sealant application?

<p>To avoid contamination and ensure proper adhesion of the sealant (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of etching the enamel with 37% phosphoric acid?

<p>To open the pores in the enamel for better penetration of the sealant (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use a curing light during sealant application?

<p>To harden or cure the sealant material (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of teeth are indicated for dental sealants?

<p>Teeth with deep pits and fissures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using an articulating paper during sealant application?

<p>To mark high points on the tooth surface for adjustments (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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