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WorksheetsDental Cements Quiz
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the primary function of dental cements?
To retain restorations and prostheses
To serve as a cavity varnish
To act as a filling material
To provide thermal insulation
Which cement was first used in dentistry?
Calcium hydroxide cement
Glass ionomer cement
Silicate cement
Zinc phosphate cement
What is the ideal requirement of dental cements regarding toxicity?
They should be acidic
They should have a high compressive strength
They should be non-toxic and non-irritant
They should be highly soluble
Which type of cement is known for its high strength and thermal insulating properties?
Zinc phosphate
Zinc oxide eugenol
Glass ionomer
Polycarboxylate
What is the setting time for zinc phosphate cement?
2-10 minutes
3-7 minutes
7-13 minutes
5-9 minutes
Which cement is primarily used as a cavity liner?
Glass ionomer
Calcium hydroxide
Acrylic resin cement
Zinc phosphate
What is the main component of zinc phosphate cement?
Zinc oxide
Calcium hydroxide
Silicateglass
Eugenol
Which cement is known for its adhesive properties to tooth structure?
Zinc oxide eugenol
Polycarboxylate cement
Silicate cement
Acrylic resin cement
What is the primary use of glass ionomer cement?
Temporary restorations
Base material
Luting agent for restorations
Cavity liner
Which of the following is a characteristic property of dental cements?
Low film thickness
High solubility
High acidity
Good mechanical properties
What is the main advantage of using resin-based cements?
High solubility
Good thermal insulation
Strong adhesion
Low strength
Which cement is used for pulpal protection?
Acrylic resin
Glass ionomer
Calcium hydroxide
Zinc phosphate
What is the film thickness requirement for luting applications?
30 μm
20-25 μm
40 μm
10 μm
Which cement is known for its anticariogenic properties due to fluoride release?
Zinc phosphate
Silicophosphate
Glass ionomer
Zinc oxide eugenol
