Minimal Invasive Dentistry

What is the main goal of minimal invasive dentistry?

• To remove as much tooth structure as possible

• To replace missing teeth with dental implants

• To preserve as much tooth structure as possible

• To remove all carious lesions

What is the most important tool in minimal invasive dentistry?

• High speed hand piece

• Low speed hand piece

• Ultrasonic scalers

• Air abrasion unit

Which of the following techniques can be used to remove caries in minimal invasive dentistry?

• Air abrasion

• Laser ablation

• Chemomechanical caries removal

• All of the above

What is the advantage of using air abrasion over traditional drilling for cavity preparation?

• It is faster

• It is less painful for the patient

• It produces less heat and vibration

• It is less expensive

What type of restoration is most commonly used in minimal invasive dentistry?

• Amalgam

• Gold

• Composite

• Porcelain

Which of the following is a benefit of minimal invasive dentistry?

• Reduced risk of post-operative sensitivity

• Reduced risk of root canal treatment

• Reduced treatment time

• All of the above

Which of the following is an example of a minimally invasive procedure?

• Crown lengthening

• Root canal treatment

• Root planing

• Teeth whitening

What is the role of dental sealants in minimal invasive dentistry?

• To replace missing tooth structure

• To prevent caries from forming in the pits and fissures of teeth

• To restore teeth that have been damaged by caries

• To strengthen weakened teeth

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using composite resin restorations in minimal invasive dentistry?

• They are more expensive than amalgam restorations

• They are more difficult to place than amalgam restorations

• They are more prone to wear than amalgam restorations

• They can shrink during curing and cause marginal gaps

Which of the following is a benefit of using composite resin restorations in minimal invasive dentistry?

• They are more durable than amalgam restorations

• They are easier to place than amalgam restorations

• They require less tooth preparation than amalgam restorations

• They are less expensive than amalgam restorations