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A dentist is planning a bridge for a patient with a missing molar. What is the artificial tooth that will replace the missing molar called?
A dentist is planning a bridge for a patient with a missing molar. What is the artificial tooth that will replace the missing molar called?
- Base
- Abutment
- Retainer
- Pontic (correct)
Which of the following best describes the purpose of a liner when placing a direct restoration?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of a liner when placing a direct restoration?
- Attaches the restoration to the tooth
- Protects the pulp from sensitivity (correct)
- Provides bulk and strength to the restoration
- Mimics the natural appearance of the tooth
A dental lab technician is creating a replica of a patient's oral structures to plan for a full denture. What is this replica called?
A dental lab technician is creating a replica of a patient's oral structures to plan for a full denture. What is this replica called?
- Cast (correct)
- Restoration
- Prosthesis
- Impression
After a root canal, a patient needs a temporary crown while the permanent one is being made. What is another common term for this temporary crown?
After a root canal, a patient needs a temporary crown while the permanent one is being made. What is another common term for this temporary crown?
Which of the following is a critical characteristic that dental biomaterials must possess?
Which of the following is a critical characteristic that dental biomaterials must possess?
A dentist needs to cement a crown onto a prepared tooth. Which type of dental material is used for this purpose?
A dentist needs to cement a crown onto a prepared tooth. Which type of dental material is used for this purpose?
Why is polishing an important step in finishing a restoration?
Why is polishing an important step in finishing a restoration?
A patient requires a replacement for a missing portion of their jaw due to a previous injury. Which type of device is most suitable?
A patient requires a replacement for a missing portion of their jaw due to a previous injury. Which type of device is most suitable?
Which type of dental material is applied and hardened directly within a prepared tooth cavity?
Which type of dental material is applied and hardened directly within a prepared tooth cavity?
A dentist is evaluating a new dental material for clinical use. What document outlines the detailed property and performance requirements the material should meet?
A dentist is evaluating a new dental material for clinical use. What document outlines the detailed property and performance requirements the material should meet?
Flashcards
Abutment
Abutment
A supporting tooth or implant for a bridge or denture.
Base
Base
A thick layer of material placed under a dental restoration to protect the pulp.
Biocompatibility
Biocompatibility
The ability of a material to be compatible with living tissue.
Dental Materials
Dental Materials
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Impression
Impression
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Denture
Denture
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Liner
Liner
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Pontic
Pontic
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Restorations
Restorations
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Retainer
Retainer
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Study Notes
- Abutment refers to a supporting tooth or implant used for a bridge or denture.
- Base refers to a thick layer of material that is placed under a dental restoration, serves to protect the pulp.
- Biocompatibility signifies the ability of a material to be compatible with living tissue.
- Biomaterials are materials employed in medical or dental applications that interact with biological systems.
- Bridge refers to a fixed dental prosthesis replacing one or more missing teeth, it is supported by abutment teeth.
- Cast is a positive replica of oral structures, that is created from an impression.
- Cavity preparation involves removing decayed tooth structure to prepare for a restoration.
- Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are placed into the jawbone, they support crowns, bridges, or dentures.
- Dental materials are substances used in dentistry to restore or replace teeth and oral tissues.
- Denture refers to a removable prosthesis that replaces all or some of the teeth in a dental arch.
- Diagnostic cast (study model) refers to a replica of oral structures that is used for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Direct restorative materials are materials that are placed directly into a prepared tooth cavity and then hardened.
- Esthetic materials are dental materials designed to mimic the natural appearance of teeth.
- Fixed partial denture refers to a dental prosthesis that replaces missing teeth, and is then cemented or bonded to abutment teeth.
- Impression signifies a negative replica of oral tissues, which is used to create a cast.
- Indirect restorative material refers to materials fabricated outside the mouth, and subsequently cemented or bonded to the prepared tooth.
- Interim restoration (provisional restoration, temporary restoration) is a short-term restoration used while a permanent restoration is being fabricated.
- Liner refers to a thin layer of material that is placed in a cavity preparation to protect the pulp.
- Luting agents are cements used to attach restorations to teeth or implants.
- Maxillofacial prosthesis refers to a device that replaces missing facial or oral structures.
- Polishing is the process of smoothing and refining the surface of a restoration.
- Pontic is the artificial tooth in a bridge that replaces a missing tooth.
- Prosthesis refers to an artificial replacement for a missing body part.
- Provisional restoration (temporary crown, temporary restoration) is also known as interim restoration.
- Removable partial denture refers to a dental prosthesis that replaces missing teeth and can be removed by the patient.
- Restorations are dental materials used to restore the function and form of damaged teeth.
- Restorative materials are materials that are used to repair or replace tooth structure.
- Retainer is a part of a dental appliance that attaches to an abutment tooth.
- Specifications outlines detailed needs of the properties and performance of dental materials.
- Study model, also called diagnostic cast.
- Temporary crown, also called interim restoration.
- Temporary restoration, also called interim restoration.
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