DN 8: Provide support during the provision of fixed and removable prostheses

1. Which instrument is used to shape and contour crown margins?

2. What is an articulator used for in prosthetic work?

3. Which material is commonly used for taking final crown and bridge impressions?

4. Which mixing equipment is used for alginate impression material?

5. Which instrument is used to retract gingiva for crown preparation impressions?

6. A cobalt-chrome partial denture differs from an acrylic denture because:

7. What is the purpose of clasps on a partial denture?

8. What is a common cause of discomfort with new dentures?

9. Why are full dentures usually made in stages?

10. When should dentures be removed for cleaning?

11. Which of the following is a type of fixed prosthesis?

12. What is an inlay?

13. Which material is commonly used for permanent crowns?

14. What is the purpose of a temporary crown?

15. Bridges are used to:

16. When supporting a patient during impressions, the dental nurse should:

17. What advice should be given before taking an upper impression?

18. Which patients are more likely to gag during impressions?

19. Why is it important to explain the impression process beforehand?

20. Which impression tray would be used for a full denture?

21. What must be done before sending impressions to the lab?

22. Which disinfectant is suitable for most impression materials?

23. Why must impressions be disinfected immediately?

24. What must be labelled on a disinfected impression?

25. What PPE should the dental nurse wear when disinfecting impressions?

26. The role of the dental nurse during a crown prep includes:

27. How should trays for final impressions be prepared?

28. A shade guide is used to:

29. When fitting a crown, the dental nurse may assist by:

30. When storing impressions prior to dispatch, they must be: