Dental Cements Quiz

What are the three types of dental cements classified by their properties and intended use?

• Type I, Type II, Type III, Type IV

• Luting agents, restorative materials, liners or bases

• Permanent, temporary, and provisional cements

• Glass ionomer, composite resin, zinc oxide-eugenol

Which type of cement is used for the long-term cementation of cast restorations?

• Glass ionomer cements

• Temporary cements

• Permanent cements

• Zinc phosphate cements

What is a potential cause of cementing errors?

• Correct temperature of the glass slab

• Humidity

• Proper mixing technique

• Using the right type of cement

What should be done to ensure proper mixing of dental cements?

• Mix all powder at once

• Use any available mixing surface

• Follow the manufacturer's directions

• Mix the powder and liquid without measuring

What is the effect of premature exposure to warm temperatures or humidity on dental cements?

• It makes the cement more durable

• It has no effect

• It results in a loss of water from the liquid or addition of moisture to the powder

• It enhances the cement's properties

What is the primary advantage of glass ionomer cement?

• Thick film thickness

• Causes more trauma to the pulp

• Slow release of fluoride

• High solubility in the mouth

Which type of cement is known for having a soothing effect on the pulp?

• Zinc phosphate cement

• Composite resin cement

• Zinc oxide-eugenol (ZOE) cement

• Polycarboxylate cement

What is a characteristic of composite resin cement?

• High solubility in the mouth

• Not suitable for ceramic veneers

• Thick film thickness

• Virtual insolubility in the mouth

What is the chemical makeup of the liquid component in glass ionomer cement?

• Polyacrylic acid, itaconic acid

• Eugenol, water, acetic acid

• Polyacrylic acid copolymer and water

• Phosphoric acid in water

Which type of cement is recommended for use as an insulating base for deep cavity preparations?

• Type II zinc phosphate cement

• Type I zinc phosphate cement

• Type II ZOE cement

• Type I ZOE cement