Dental Ultrasonics Quiz

What is the term for the small particles that can be generated during dental procedures?

• Fluid Lavage

• Dental Aerosols

• Cavitation

• Deplaquing

Which type of ultrasonic devices are adjusted manually?

• Automatically tuned ultrasonic devices

• Manually tuned ultrasonic devices

• Sonic powered instruments

• Ultrasonic powered instruments

Which of the following is NOT a function of powered instruments?

• Disrupt biofilm

• Flush out bacteria from the periodontal pocket

• Fill cavities

• Dislodge calculus from the tooth surface

What is one of the benefits of using powered instruments in dental care?

• They are less expensive than manual tools

• They can disrupt biofilm

• They do not require electricity

• They are disposable

What is the purpose of flushing out bacteria from the periodontal pocket using powered instruments?

• To whiten teeth

• To prevent gum disease

• To fill cavities

• To polish teeth

What is one of the tasks that powered instruments can perform in dental care?

• Fill cavities

• Dislodge calculus from the tooth surface

• Take dental impressions

• Apply sealants

Which subcategory falls under Ultrasonic devices?

• Piezo

• Sonic

• Manual

• Electrical

What type of energy do magnetostrictive ultrasonic instruments transfer to the metal stacks?

• Thermal energy

• Kinetic energy

• Electrical energy

• Mechanical energy

What type of unit is a magnetostrictive ultrasonic device comprised of?

• Stationary unit

• Portable unit

• Fixed unit

• Immovable unit

What is the role of interchangeable instrument inserts in a magnetostrictive ultrasonic device?

• To generate electronic signals

• To hold the handpiece

• To be changed for different needs

• To measure the frequency