Question 1

The patient will be without denture for _____ while it is being relined or rebased.

Accepted Answer

A) 4 to 8 hours 
B) 8 to 24 hours 
C) 2 to 3 days 
D) 3 to 4 days 
A) 4 to 8 hours 
B) 8 to 24 hours 
C) 2 to 3 days 
D) 3 to 4 days

Question 2

The removable prosthesis that replaces all of the teeth on one dental arch is a:

Accepted Answer

A) removable partial denture. 
B) removable full denture. 
C) subperiosteal implant. 
D) removable bridge. 
A) removable partial denture. 
B) removable full denture. 
C) subperiosteal implant. 
D) removable bridge.

Question 3

A maxillary partial denture will have a ____ connector,and the mandibular partial denture will have a ____ connector.

Accepted Answer

A) lingual; palatal 
B) palatal; mandibular 
C) palatal; lingual 
D) lingual; facial 
A) lingual; palatal 
B) palatal; mandibular 
C) palatal; lingual 
D) lingual; facial

Question 4

Which type of impression material is used for the final impressions for the creation of the baseplates and occlusal rims?

Accepted Answer

A) Alginate 
B) Elastomeric 
C) Acrylic 
D) Template 
A) Alginate 
B) Elastomeric 
C) Acrylic 
D) Template

Question 5

The functions of a rest include to:

Accepted Answer

A) prevent the partial denture from moving in a gingival direction. 
B) aid in distributing the retention load to several teeth. 
C) prevents food from getting between the abutment tooth and the retainer. 
D) do all of the above. 
A) prevent the partial denture from moving in a gingival direction. 
B) aid in distributing the retention load to several teeth. 
C) prevents food from getting between the abutment tooth and the retainer. 
D) do all of the above.

Question 6

The artificial teeth are set in wax for the patient and dentist to evaluate at the _____ appointment.

Accepted Answer

A) records 
B) preparation 
C) try-in 
D) delivery 
A) records 
B) preparation 
C) try-in 
D) delivery

Question 7

The _____ is not a component of a removable partial denture.

Accepted Answer

A) post dam 
B) connector 
C) retainer 
D) rest 
A) post dam 
B) connector 
C) retainer 
D) rest

Question 8

Immediate dentures:

Accepted Answer

A) are placed in the mouth immediately after the extraction of the teeth. 
B) serve as a compress and bandage to protect the surgical area during healing. 
C) should be replaced or relined 3 to 6 months after placement. 
D) all of the above. 
A) are placed in the mouth immediately after the extraction of the teeth. 
B) serve as a compress and bandage to protect the surgical area during healing. 
C) should be replaced or relined 3 to 6 months after placement. 
D) all of the above.

Question 9

Approximately how many appointments are needed to fabricate a partial denture?

Accepted Answer

A) Two 
B) Three 
C) Four 
D) Five 
A) Two 
B) Three 
C) Four 
D) Five

Question 10

An advantage of using acrylic teeth as opposed to porcelain teeth in partial dentures is that:

Accepted Answer

A) acrylic teeth do not produce a clicking sound during chewing. 
B) they do not wear as easily as porcelain teeth do. 
C) they do not stain as easily as porcelain teeth do. 
D) they are more susceptible to fractures. 
A) acrylic teeth do not produce a clicking sound during chewing. 
B) they do not wear as easily as porcelain teeth do. 
C) they do not stain as easily as porcelain teeth do. 
D) they are more susceptible to fractures.

Question 11

A pressure point is:

Accepted Answer

A) caused by a poor fitting prosthesis. 
B) a sore spot. 
C) a condition that should be treated immediately by the dentist. 
D) all of the above. 
A) caused by a poor fitting prosthesis. 
B) a sore spot. 
C) a condition that should be treated immediately by the dentist. 
D) all of the above.

Question 12

The purpose of taking the bite and occlusal registrations for partial dentures is to determine the:

Accepted Answer

A) relationship between the right and left quadrants of the mouth. 
B) relationship between the maxillary and mandibular arches. 
C) space occupied by the height of the teeth in normal occlusion. 
D) vertical line that indicates the location of the canines. 
A) relationship between the right and left quadrants of the mouth. 
B) relationship between the maxillary and mandibular arches. 
C) space occupied by the height of the teeth in normal occlusion. 
D) vertical line that indicates the location of the canines.

Question 13

How long of an appointment is scheduled to deliver the partial denture?

Accepted Answer

A) 10 to 20 minutes 
B) About 1 hour 
C) 20 to 30 minutes 
D) 5 to 10 minutes 
A) 10 to 20 minutes 
B) About 1 hour 
C) 20 to 30 minutes 
D) 5 to 10 minutes

Question 14

What items must be considered when selecting teeth for a partial denture?

Accepted Answer

A) Patient's age and body size 
B) Space to be occupied by the artificial tooth or teeth 
C) Color of the adjacent teeth 
D) All of the above 
A) Patient's age and body size 
B) Space to be occupied by the artificial tooth or teeth 
C) Color of the adjacent teeth 
D) All of the above

Question 15

During fabrication of a complete denture,the dentist uses the baseplate wax-occlusal rim assembly in order to evaluate the _____,which includes centric,protrusive,retrusive,and lateral excursions.

Accepted Answer

A) vertical dimension 
B) occlusal relationship 
C) smile line 
D) canine eminence 
A) vertical dimension 
B) occlusal relationship 
C) smile line 
D) canine eminence

Exam 52: Removable Prosthodontics

The patient will be without denture for _____ while it is being relined or rebased.

The removable prosthesis that replaces all of the teeth on one dental arch is a:

A maxillary partial denture will have a ____ connector,and the mandibular partial denture will have a ____ connector.

Which type of impression material is used for the final impressions for the creation of the baseplates and occlusal rims?

The functions of a rest include to:

The artificial teeth are set in wax for the patient and dentist to evaluate at the _____ appointment.

The _____ is not a component of a removable partial denture.

Immediate dentures:

Approximately how many appointments are needed to fabricate a partial denture?

An advantage of using acrylic teeth as opposed to porcelain teeth in partial dentures is that:

A pressure point is:

The purpose of taking the bite and occlusal registrations for partial dentures is to determine the:

How long of an appointment is scheduled to deliver the partial denture?

What items must be considered when selecting teeth for a partial denture?

During fabrication of a complete denture,the dentist uses the baseplate wax-occlusal rim assembly in order to evaluate the _____,which includes centric,protrusive,retrusive,and lateral excursions.

History of Dentistry

The Professional Dental Assistant

The Dental Healthcare Team

Dental Ethics

Dentistry and the Law

General Anatomy

General Physiology

Oral Embryology and Histology

Head and Neck Anatomy

Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity

Overview of the Dentitions

Tooth Morphology

Dental Caries

Periodontal Disease

Preventive Dentistry

Nutrition

Oral Pathology

Microbiology

Disease Transmission and Infection Prevention

Principles and Techniques of Disinfection

Principles and Techniques of Instrument Processing and Sterilization

Regulatory and Advisory Agencies

Chemical and Waste Management

Dental Unit Waterlines

Ergonomics

The Patient Record

Vital Signs

Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning

The Special Needs and Medically Compromised Patient

Principles of Pharmacology

Assisting in a Medical Emergency

The Dental Office

Delivering Dental Care

Dental Hand Instruments

Dental Handpieces and Accessories

Moisture Control

Anesthesia and Pain Control

Foundations of Radiography, Radiographic Equipment, and Radiation Safety

Digital Imaging, Dental Film, and Processing Radiographs

Legal Issues, Quality Assurance, and Infection Prevention

Intraoral Imaging

Extraoral Imaging

Restorative and Esthetic Dental Materials

Dental Liners, Bases, and Bonding Systems

Dental Cements

Impression Materials

Laboratory Materials and Procedures

General Dentistry

Matrix Systems for Restorative Dentistry

Fixed Prosthodontics

Provisional Coverage

Dental Implants

Endodontics

Periodontics

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Pediatric Dentistry

Coronal Polishing

Dental Sealants

Orthodontics

Communication in the Dental Office

Business Operating Systems

Financial Management in the Dental Office

Marketing Your Skills

Filters

A maxillary partial denture will have a connector,and the mandibular partial denture will have a connector.