Endodontics Quiz

What is the primary goal of endodontic treatment?

• Tooth extraction

• Removal of infected pulp and sealing of the root canal

• Placement of dental implants

• Whitening of teeth

Which of the following instruments is commonly used for cleaning and shaping root canals?

• Scaler

• Explorer

• Endodontic file

• Dental mirror

What is the most common irrigant used in root canal therapy?

• Sodium bicarbonate

• Saline solution

• Chlorhexidine

• Sodium hypochlorite

Which type of bacteria is most commonly associated with endodontic infections?

• Streptococcus mutans

• Porphyromonas gingivalis

• Enterococcus faecalis

• Lactobacillus acidophilus

What is the most commonly used root canal filling material?

• Composite resin

• Gutta-percha

• Amalgam

• Zinc phosphate cement

Which radiograph is most commonly used to evaluate root canal treatment success?

• Panoramic X-ray

• Periapical radiograph

• Lateral cephalogram

• Occlusal radiograph

Which instrument is primarily used for cleaning and shaping root canals?

• Scaler

• Endodontic file

• Amalgam carrier

• Burnisher

What is the function of an apex locator in endodontics?

• Measuring working length of the canal

• Detecting caries

• Cleaning the root canal

• Removing gutta-percha

Which of the following is the most commonly used irrigant in root canal therapy?

• Hydrogen peroxide

• Sodium bicarbonate

• Sodium hypochlorite

• Ethanol

Gutta-percha is primarily used in endodontics for:

• Temporary restorations

• Root canal filling

• Cleaning root canals

• Pulp capping