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21.    The best way to soak a nightguard is in:a.    Alcohol-free mouthwashb.    Bleach to kill any bacteriac.    Hot water to dissolve any debris 

27.    Mixing dental materials to a primary consistency gives it a thicker/ putty-like appearance. While a material mixed to secondary consistency will be more of a “honey-like” consistency.a.    Both statements are trueb.    Both statements are falsec.    1st statement is true; 2nd statement is falsed.    1st statement is false; 2nd statement is true

36.    What type of filler is in the composite materials used between #23-27?

28.    A properly triturated amalgam should have what type of appearance?a.    Crumbly and dryb.    Partially wetc.    Satin-like

33.    Which tooth is root canal treated?

22.    When an electric current travels between two dissimilar materials, potentially causing shock, this is termed:a.    Biocompatabilityb.    Percolationc.    Corrosiond.    Galvanism 

19.    When a tooth is prepared for a restoration, “tooth dust” may be formed which is part of the smear layer. The clinician should not disrupt the smear layer because it protects the dentinal tubules.a.    Both statements are trueb.    Both statements are falsec.    1st statement is true; 2nd statement is falsed.    1st statement is false; 2nd statement is true

In order for an implant to be successful, the implant body must fuse into the bone through a process called:

What are denture teeth usually made of?

Patients who wear partial dentures are more prone to decay  because the metal framework is porous and harbors more bacteria.