Restorative and Prosthodontic Dental Materials Practice Questions
20 free Restorative and Prosthodontic Dental Materials practice questions for the CDA, each with the correct answer and a detailed explanation. Open any question below, or take the full set as an interactive quiz.
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All Restorative and Prosthodontic Dental Materials questions
- Q1. Which material is commonly used for direct restorations due to its esthetics and ability to bond to tooth structure?
- Q2. Which dental material expands slightly as it sets, helping produce a tight seal in amalgam restorations?
- Q3. Glass ionomer cement is unique because it:
- Q4. Which property of composite resin improves with a higher filler content?
- Q5. Which dental cement is commonly used as a temporary restoration due to its soothing effect on the pulp?
- Q6. Which impression material is known for excellent accuracy and dimensional stability?
- Q7. Which type of crown provides the best esthetics?
- Q8. Which material is used to make the metal framework in removable partial dentures?
- Q9. Which restorative material requires acid etching before placement?
- Q10. Which material has the highest compressive strength among conventional restorative materials?
- Q11. Which material is often used as a base under restorations due to its thermal insulating properties?
- Q12. Which impression material must be poured immediately because it loses accuracy over time?
- Q13. Which prosthodontic material is used for denture teeth due to its durability and natural appearance?
- Q14. Which material is commonly used for pit and fissure sealants?
- Q15. Which cement chemically bonds to both enamel and dentin?
- Q16. What is the main advantage of resin-modified glass ionomer (RMGI) over conventional glass ionomer?
- Q17. Which type of dental material uses an exothermic reaction when setting?
- Q18. Which metal is commonly used in high-noble casting alloys for crowns and bridges?
- Q19. Which dental ceramic provides the highest strength for crowns and bridges?
- Q20. Which material is used to create custom impression trays?