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Cavity preparation

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

In primary teeth which pulpal horn is higher and closer to the outer surface

a)

Mesial pulp horn

b)

buccal pulp horn

c)

distal pulp horn

d)

lingual pulp horn

2.

Enamel rods at the cervical third in primary teeth are directed

a)

vertically

b)

occlusally

c)

cervically

d)

any of the above

3.

in the cavity preparation, cavosurface margin will be junction between

a)

prepared cavity wall and external surface of tooth

b)

floor of occlusal and proximal box

c)

proximal wall of one tooth with another

d)

lingual wall and gingival floor

4.

In primary teeth Gingival floor of the proximal box should be

a)

Wide

b)

Narrow

c)

straight

d)

parallel

5.

You are restoring a primary second molar with a large MO cavity. Which of the following pulpal floor depths is MOST appropriate while maintaining adequate strength and avoiding pulp exposure?

a)

2.5mm

b)

1-1.5mm

c)

3mm

d)

2cm

6.

The pulpal floor should be flat or saucer shaped

a)

To increase retention

b)

to add bulk

c)

to allow for greater depth

d)

to allow for greater width

7.

Dovetail is a feature of

a)

Convenience form

b)

Retention form

c)

resistance form

d)

Outline form

8.

Rounding of axio pulpal line angle is feature of

a)

Resistance form

b)

Retention form

c)

Convenience form

d)

Outline form

9.

Which of the following is the MOST critical factor in determining the resistance form of a cavity preparation in a primary tooth?

a)

Rounded internal line angles to minimize stress concentration.

b)

Sharp internal line angles to maximize mechanical retention.

c)

Use of enamel bevels for enhanced bonding.

d)

A deep pulpal floor for increased bulk of restorative material.

10.

Class V Cavities are

a)

Cavities involving the proximal surface of primary teeth

b)

cavities involving cusp tips of primary teeth

c)

cavities involving incisal edge of primary teeth

d)

cavities involving cervical region of the primary teeth

11.

Depth of cavity in primary teeth should be

a)

1mm

b)

1.5cm

c)

2mm

d)

1.5mm

12.

What is the primary objective of cavity preparation in primary teeth with regards to the remaining tooth structure?

a)

To preserve as much sound tooth structure as possible

b)

To remove all enamel and dentin

c)

To create a smooth surface for the restoration

d)

To reshape the tooth for aesthetic purposes

13.

Which of the following statements regarding pulpal protection in primary tooth cavity preparation is true?

a)

Pulp capping is always necessary.

b)

Pulp capping is never recommended.

c)

Pulp capping may be indicated depending on the depth of caries.

d)

Pulp capping is only indicated in permanent teeth

14.

When preparing a cavity in primary teeth, which material is commonly used for restoring the tooth after cavity preparation?

a)

Amalgam

b)

Composite

c)

GIC

d)

ZOE

15.

While preparing Cl. II Cavity in Primary teeth, gingival bevel should be

a)

Kept minimal

b)

It is not made at all

c)

It is more pronounced in primary teeth

d)

Modified according to morphology of teeth

16.

What is the purpose of a inverse taper in cavity preparation?

a)

To increase retention of the restoration

b)

To enhance the aesthetics of the restoration

c)

To make the cavity preparation more comfortable for the patient

d)

To remove carious tissue more efficiently

17.

Which instrument is commonly used for the initial removal of carious tissue in primary teeth?

a)

Spoon excavator

b)

Periodontal probe

c)

Dental mirror

d)

Saliva ejector

18.

As compared to permanent teeth interproximal contacts in primary teeth are 

a)

More pointed and more cervically placed

b)

More pointed and more occlusally placed

c)

Broader and more cervically placed

d)

Broader and more occlusally placed

19.

Do you like this session

a)

Yes

b)

No

c)

I don't know

20.

Give a feedback in one or two words about the experience of the last 2 classes

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