Restorative Dentistry Quiz

What are the outcomes of the Restorative Dentistry course?

• 3. Identify the material of choice for different cases

• 4. All of the above

• 2. Describe their properties and their uses

• 1. Describe the different dental materials

Which type of material is Amalgam?

• Composite Resins

• Gold

• Compomers

• Conventional Glass Ionomer

What are the advantages of using Amalgam as a restorative material?

• Moisture sensitive

• Good aesthetics

• Polymerization shrinkage

• Easy to use

What is the composition of Composite Resins?

• Fluoroaluminosilicate glass

• Mercury

• Silica-based glass filler particles

• Polyalkenoic acid

What are the properties of Composites that make them suitable for anterior restorations?

• Polymerization shrinkage

• Moisture sensitive

• No chemical adhesion

• Good aesthetics

What is the main advantage of using Cements?

• Marginal discolouration

• Polymerization shrinkage

• Kind to the pulpal tissue

• Good aesthetics

What are the indications for using Conventional Glass Ionomer?

• All of the above

• Good for non load bearing class V lesions

• Load bearing interim restoration in permanent dentition

• Good on load-bearing teeth in the primary dentition

What is the main disadvantage of Conventional Glass Ionomer?

• High fluoride release

• Adhesion unaffected by moisture

• Low tensile strength, therefore brittle

• Strong, self-curing chemical adhesion to enamel + dentine

What is the purpose of the Etchant System in restorative dentistry?

• To increase polymerization shrinkage

• To ensure good aesthetics

• To remove the smear layer

• To provide fluoride release

What is the function of Bonding Agents, Liners, and Varnishes in restorative dentistry?

• To handle difficult bonding situations

• Measuring & mixing of materials

• Sealant application

• Application of materials