AGD Dental Materials & Technology

Question 1

What is a common material used for dental fillings?

Accepted Answer

Composite resin

Answer

Glass ionomer

Answer

Zinc oxide

Answer

Acrylic cement

Question 2

Why is curing light used in restorative dentistry?

Accepted Answer

To harden resin materials by light activation

Answer

To disinfect the mouth.

Answer

To dry the saliva.

Answer

To measure tooth color.

Question 3

Which material is most suitable for making dental crowns?

Accepted Answer

Porcelain or zirconia

Answer

Wax

Answer

Zinc phosphate

Answer

Alginate

Question 4

What is CAD/CAM technology used for in dentistry?

Accepted Answer

To digitally design and fabricate restorations

Answer

To enhance x-ray images.

Answer

To diagnose gum disease.

Answer

To store patient records.

Question 5

Which cement is known for its fluoride-releasing property?

Accepted Answer

Glass ionomer

Answer

Resin cement

Answer

Polycarboxylate

Answer

Zinc phosphate

Question 6

What is the main advantage of digital impressions?

Accepted Answer

They eliminate physical impression materials

Answer

They are reusable.

Answer

They require more time to process.

Answer

They distort easier.

Question 7

Which material is typically used for temporary restorations?

Accepted Answer

IRM or temporary acrylic

Answer

Zirconia

Answer

Gold alloy

Answer

Resin composite

Question 8

What is alginate primarily used for?

Accepted Answer

Preliminary dental impressions

Answer

Final crown prep.

Answer

Implant placement.

Answer

Tooth polishing.

Question 9

What is the key property of amalgam as a restorative material?

Accepted Answer

High strength and longevity

Answer

Aesthetic appeal

Answer

Low durability

Answer

Transparent finish