1.
True or false?Having instruments set-up in sequential order of use and placed out before a procedure saves time.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Having instruments set up in sequential order of use and placed out before a procedure saves time because it eliminates the need for healthcare professionals to search for and gather the necessary instruments during the procedure. This ensures that all required instruments are readily available and easily accessible, allowing for a smoother and more efficient workflow. Additionally, having instruments set up in order of use reduces the risk of errors or omissions during the procedure, further saving time by avoiding the need for corrections or additional steps.
2.
All of the following is true about instrument set ups, except?
Correct Answer
A. Instruments are set up from right to left
Explanation
The correct answer is "Instruments are set up from right to left." This statement is not true because instruments are typically set up from left to right. This allows for a systematic approach where instruments are arranged in sequential order of use. Additionally, the instruments used may vary depending on the operator's preference and the specific procedure being performed.
3.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in a Basic/examination instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Walls carver
Explanation
A basic/examination instrument tray typically contains instruments that are commonly used during dental examinations and procedures. The walls carver is not commonly found in this tray because it is a specialized instrument used for carving and shaping dental restorations, such as fillings or crowns. The other instruments listed - mouth mirror, explorer, and cotton forceps - are commonly used for examining the oral cavity, detecting dental issues, and performing basic procedures like cleaning or applying medication.
4.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in a Dental Dam instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Dental mouth mirror
Explanation
A dental mouth mirror is not commonly found in a Dental Dam instrument tray because it is used for intraoral examination and visualization, whereas a Dental Dam instrument tray is specifically designed for the placement and removal of dental dams. The other instruments listed - Dental dam punch, dental floss, and dental dam clamp - are all essential tools used in the process of isolating teeth with a dental dam during various dental procedures.
5.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in an amalgam instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Rongeurs
Explanation
An amalgam instrument tray typically contains various instruments used in dental procedures involving amalgam fillings. Rongeurs are not commonly found in an amalgam instrument tray. Rongeurs are surgical instruments used to remove small pieces of bone or tissue, and they are not specifically designed for amalgam procedures. On the other hand, Millers Forceps, Condenser, and Half Hollenback are commonly used instruments in amalgam procedures for tasks such as gripping, condensing, and carving amalgam material.
6.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in a composite instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Cryer elevator
Explanation
A composite instrument tray is typically used in dental procedures involving composite fillings. The instruments commonly found in this tray include applicator brushes for applying the composite material, clear matrix strips for creating a temporary wall around the tooth, and plastic flat plastic for shaping and contouring the composite. However, a Cryer elevator is not commonly found in a composite instrument tray. A Cryer elevator is a dental instrument used for luxating and extracting teeth, which is not directly related to composite fillings.
7.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in an endodontic tray – Opening A Tooth instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Gutta-percha
Explanation
Gutta-percha is not commonly found in an endodontic tray. It is a material used for filling root canals during endodontic treatment, but it is not an instrument that would be present in the tray itself. The other options, barbed broach, endodontic long-shank spoon, and irrigating syringe, are all instruments commonly used in endodontic procedures and would be found in the tray.
8.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in an endodontic tray – Sealing A Tooth instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Barbed broaches
Explanation
Barbed broaches are not commonly found in an endodontic tray. Endodontic trays typically contain instruments such as endodontic locking forceps, K-files, and endodontic long-shank spoons, which are used for various procedures in endodontics. However, barbed broaches are not commonly used in endodontic procedures and are therefore not typically included in an endodontic tray.
9.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in a hygiene instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Spoon excavator
Explanation
A spoon excavator is not commonly found in a hygiene instrument tray. A spoon excavator is a dental instrument used for removing soft carious dentin during a restorative procedure. It is typically used by dentists rather than dental hygienists who focus more on preventive care and scaling. The other instruments listed - periodontal probe, sickle scaler, and Gracey currette - are commonly found in a hygiene instrument tray and are used by dental hygienists for scaling and root planing procedures.
10.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in a prophylaxis polishing instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Millers forcepts
Explanation
The correct answer is Millers forcepts. Millers forcepts are not commonly found in a prophylaxis polishing instrument tray. Millers forcepts are typically used in oral surgery procedures for grasping and manipulating tissues, whereas a prophylaxis polishing tray contains instruments specifically for teeth cleaning and polishing, such as a slow speed handpiece, prophy cup and brush, and cotton forceps.
11.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in a sealant instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Dental clamp
Explanation
A sealant instrument tray is typically used in dental procedures to apply sealants to teeth. The instruments commonly found in this tray include millers forceps, explorer/probe, and cotton forceps. These instruments are used for various purposes such as gripping, exploring, and handling materials. However, a dental clamp is not commonly found in a sealant instrument tray. Dental clamps are used to isolate and stabilize the tooth during certain procedures, but they are not specifically used for sealant application. Therefore, the dental clamp is the correct answer as it is the instrument that is not commonly found in a sealant instrument tray.
12.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in an orthodontic - cementing and bonding brackets instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Millers forceps
Explanation
Millers forceps are not commonly found in an orthodontic cementing and bonding brackets instrument tray. Millers forceps are typically used in oral surgery procedures to extract teeth, while the other instruments listed are specifically designed for orthodontic purposes. Bracket placement pliers are used to accurately position brackets on teeth, explorer/probe is used to examine tooth surfaces for decay or irregularities, and cotton forceps are used to handle cotton rolls or other materials during orthodontic procedures.
13.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in an universal surgical instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Gracey curette
Explanation
The Gracey curette is not commonly found in a universal surgical instrument tray. This instrument is a type of dental instrument used for scaling and root planing procedures in dentistry, and is not typically used in general surgical procedures. The other three instruments listed (periosteal elevator, surgical curette, and needle holder) are commonly found in a universal surgical instrument tray and are used in various surgical procedures.
14.
All of the following instruments are commonly found in a surgical extraction of impacted mandibular molar instrument tray, except?
Correct Answer
A. Half hollenback
Explanation
A surgical extraction of an impacted mandibular molar requires specific instruments to aid in the procedure. The periosteal elevator is commonly used to separate the gum tissue from the bone, while the mandibular molar extraction forceps are essential for gripping and extracting the tooth. The needle holder is used to hold and manipulate needles during suturing. However, the half hollenback instrument is not typically used in this procedure. It is a dental instrument commonly used in restorative dentistry for contouring and shaping dental materials.
15.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
A. Basic/examiniation
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is for basic/examination procedures. This type of tray set up would typically include instruments such as a mouth mirror, explorer, cotton forceps, and periodontal probe. These instruments are commonly used during routine dental examinations and cleanings to assess the patient's oral health and detect any potential issues.
16.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
B. Amalgam
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is for Amalgam. Amalgam is a type of dental filling material that is commonly used for restoring teeth with cavities. The tray set up for Amalgam would typically include instruments such as an amalgam carrier, condenser, carver, and burnisher, as well as other necessary materials like dental wedges, matrix bands, and dental floss.
17.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
C. Dental Dam
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is for a Dental Dam. A Dental Dam is a thin rubber sheet used in dentistry to isolate the tooth being worked on from the rest of the mouth. It is used to provide a clean and dry field, preventing contamination and improving visibility during dental procedures. The instruments and materials needed for a Dental Dam procedure would be present in the tray set up shown in the picture.
18.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
D. Composite
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is for composite procedures. Composite is a tooth-colored filling material that is used to restore or repair teeth. This type of tray set up typically includes instruments such as composite placement instruments, curing light, etching gel, bonding agent, and various sizes of composite resin.
19.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
E. Endodontic – Opening a Tooth
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is for performing an endodontic procedure, specifically opening a tooth. This involves accessing the pulp chamber and canals of the tooth to remove infected or damaged tissue. The instruments and materials needed for this procedure are arranged on the tray to ensure easy access and efficiency during the treatment.
20.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
F. Endodontic – Sealing a Tooth
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is for the procedure of Endodontic – Sealing a Tooth. This can be inferred from the instruments and materials present in the picture which are specifically used for this procedure.
21.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
A. Hygiene
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is for hygiene purposes. This suggests that the instruments on the tray are specifically used for maintaining oral hygiene, such as dental cleanings and prophylaxis polishing.
22.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
B. PropHylaxis Polishing
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is for prophylaxis polishing. This procedure involves the removal of plaque and stains from the teeth to improve oral hygiene and prevent dental diseases.
23.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
C. Sealant
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in this picture is for sealant application. Sealants are a type of dental treatment that involves applying a protective coating to the teeth to prevent cavities. This procedure is commonly done in hygiene and prophylaxis appointments to maintain oral hygiene and prevent tooth decay.
24.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
D. Orthodontic - Cementing & Bonding Brackets
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is for Orthodontic - Cementing & Bonding Brackets.
25.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
E. Universal Surgical
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is the Universal Surgical set up. This set up is commonly used for various surgical procedures and includes instruments that are versatile and can be used for a wide range of surgical tasks.
26.
Identify the instrument tray set up in this picture
Correct Answer
F. Surgical Extraction of an Impacted Molar
Explanation
The instrument tray set up in the picture is for the surgical extraction of an impacted molar.
27.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
A. Round bur
Explanation
The given correct answer is "Round bur". This is because the bur in the picture has a rounded shape, which is characteristic of a round bur. Round burs are commonly used in dentistry for drilling and shaping procedures. They have a cylindrical shape with a rounded tip, allowing them to remove material evenly and smoothly.
28.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
B. Pear-shaped bur
Explanation
The correct answer is "Pear-shaped bur" because the bur in the picture has a rounded end that tapers to a point, resembling the shape of a pear. This type of bur is commonly used in dentistry for shaping and contouring teeth.
29.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
C. Inverted cone bur
30.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
D. Straight fissure bur
Explanation
The given picture shows a bur with a straight fissure shape. This type of bur is commonly used in dentistry for cutting straight fissures or grooves in teeth during procedures such as cavity preparation or crown placement. It has a flat cutting surface with parallel sides, allowing for precise and controlled cutting. The term "crosscut" refers to the pattern of the bur's cutting edges, which are arranged in a crisscross pattern to enhance cutting efficiency. Therefore, the correct answer is "Straight fissure bur - crosscut."
31.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
E. Tapered fissure bur
Explanation
The given picture shows a bur with a tapered shape. The cutting surface of the bur is wider at the base and gradually tapers to a narrower point. This type of bur is commonly used in dentistry for preparing narrow, tapered grooves in tooth surfaces. It is called a tapered fissure bur.
32.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
F. Straight fissure bur - crosscut
Explanation
The correct answer is "Straight fissure bur - crosscut." A straight fissure bur is a dental instrument used for cutting straight fissures or grooves in teeth. The crosscut refers to the pattern of the bur's cutting edges, which intersect each other. This type of bur is commonly used in restorative dentistry for preparing teeth for fillings or crowns.
33.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
G. Tapered fissure bur - crosscut
Explanation
The correct answer is Tapered fissure bur - crosscut. This type of bur is used in dentistry for cutting and shaping tooth structure. It has a tapered shape with crosscut blades, which allows for efficient removal of tooth material. The crosscut blades provide enhanced cutting ability and help prevent clogging. This bur is commonly used in procedures such as cavity preparation and crown preparation.
34.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
A. Finishing bur
Explanation
The correct answer is "Finishing bur." This is determined by examining the shape and design of the bur in the picture. The bur appears to have a rounded tip and a smooth surface, indicating that it is used for finishing or smoothing surfaces in dental or jewelry work. The other options, such as diamond burs and round burs, have different shapes and purposes.
35.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
B. Diamond Bur – Flat-end Taper bur
Explanation
The correct answer is Diamond Bur - Flat-end Taper bur. This is because the bur in the picture has a flat end and a tapered shape, which is characteristic of a flat-end taper bur.
36.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
C. Diamond Bur – Flat-end Cylinder bur
Explanation
The correct answer is Diamond Bur – Flat-end Cylinder bur. This bur is characterized by its flat-end shape and cylindrical body. It is commonly used for shaping and contouring dental materials, such as composite resin or porcelain. The flat-end allows for precise and controlled cutting, while the cylindrical shape provides stability during the procedure.
37.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
D. Diamond Bur – Flame bur
Explanation
The correct answer is Diamond Bur - Flame bur. This is because the bur in the picture has a flame-shaped tip, with a tapered end and a rounded top. This type of bur is commonly used for shaping and contouring dental restorations, as well as for creating undercuts and grooves in the tooth structure. The flame bur is designed to provide efficient material removal while minimizing the risk of damaging adjacent structures.
38.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
E. Diamond Bur – Wheel bur
Explanation
The correct answer is Diamond Bur - Wheel bur because the bur in the picture has a cylindrical shape with a flat end and a series of ridges or "teeth" around the circumference, resembling a wheel. This type of bur is commonly used for cutting, shaping, and smoothing materials in dentistry and other medical procedures.
39.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
A. Mandrel - Snap On
Explanation
The correct answer is Mandrel - Snap On. The picture shows a bur with a snap-on mandrel, which is a type of tool used in dentistry. The snap-on mandrel allows for easy and quick attachment and removal of burs, making it convenient for dental procedures.
40.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
B. Mandrel - Screw On
Explanation
The correct answer is "Mandrel - Screw On". In dental procedures, a mandrel is a tool used to hold and secure abrasive discs or polishing wheels. The term "screw on" suggests that this type of mandrel is designed to be screwed onto a rotary tool, providing a secure attachment for the abrasive disc or polishing wheel. This type of mandrel is commonly used in dental laboratories and clinics for various procedures, such as polishing and shaping dental restorations.
41.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
C. Rubber Points
Explanation
Rubber points are small, rounded, rubber attachments used in dental procedures. They are typically used for polishing and smoothing surfaces, such as dental restorations or teeth. Rubber points are commonly used in conjunction with a dental handpiece or rotary tool. They are designed to be gentle on the tooth structure and provide a smooth, polished finish. Rubber points are available in various shapes and sizes to accommodate different areas of the mouth and specific dental procedures.
42.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
D. Laboratory Bur – Acrylic Bur
Explanation
The correct answer is Laboratory Bur - Acrylic Bur. This bur is specifically designed for use in a laboratory setting and is used for cutting and shaping acrylic materials. It is commonly used in the fabrication of dental prosthetics and appliances.
43.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
B. Gates Glidden Bur
Explanation
The correct answer is Gates Glidden Bur. The Gates Glidden Bur is a dental instrument used for enlarging and shaping the root canal during endodontic procedures. It has a long, cylindrical shape with flutes along its length, allowing for efficient removal of dentin. The bur is commonly used in conjunction with a slow-speed handpiece and is available in various sizes to accommodate different tooth dimensions.
44.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
E. Lentulo Spiral
Explanation
The correct answer is Lentulo Spiral because it is the only option that matches the name of the bur shown in the picture. The Lentulo Spiral is a type of dental bur used for root canal treatment. It is a long, thin, and flexible bur with a spiral shape, which allows it to effectively distribute and carry dental materials, such as cement or sealer, into the root canal system. This bur is commonly used in endodontic procedures to aid in the cleaning and filling of the root canal space.
45.
Identify the name of the following bur in the picture below:
Correct Answer
F. Peso File
46.
Only those burs used from a bur block must be sterilised before reuse
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
All burs within an open bur block or holder must be sterilised before use
47.
All of the following are benefits of using a bur block, except?
Correct Answer
A. Replaces the disinfection stage prior to sterilisation
Explanation
A bur block does not replace the disinfection stage prior to sterilization. Disinfection is an important step in the sterilization process to eliminate any microorganisms on the burs. The bur block, on the other hand, is used to organize and store burs, minimizing handling of contaminated burs, preventing damage to the blades, and making it easy to identify burs for use.
48.
All high-speed handpieces can use the same types of burs
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
This statement is true because all high-speed handpieces are designed to accommodate the same types of burs. High-speed handpieces are typically standardized and have a universal chuck system that allows for easy interchangeability of burs. This means that regardless of the brand or model of the high-speed handpiece, dentists can use the same types of burs without any compatibility issues.