Prosthodontics Q&a (CDD)

Prosthodontics Q&A
Claire Dianne Nero Demotica, DDM

To avoid violating the biologic width, the tooth
preparation must terminate:
a. 1.0 mm from the gingival crest
b. 1.0 mm from the alveolar crest
c. 2.0 mm from the gingival crest
d. 2.0 mm from the alveolar crest
To avoid violating the biologic width, the tooth
preparation must terminate:
a. 1.0 mm from the gingival crest
b. 1.0 mm from the alveolar crest
c. 2.0 mm from the gingival crest
d. 2.0 mm from the alveolar crest
Which of the following terms denotes a butt joint
margin?
a. Knife-edge
b. Shoulder
c. Chamfer
d. None of the above
Which of the following terms denotes a butt joint
margin?
a. Knife-edge
b. Shoulder
c. Chamfer
The finish line often used for tilted abutments:
a. Chamfer
b. Shoulder
c. Knife edge
d. Beveled shoulder
The finish line often used for tilted abutments:
a. Chamfer
b. Shoulder
c. Knife edge
d. Beveled shoulder
Crown preparations are best placed where?
a. Supragingival
b. Equigingival
c. Subgingival
d. 0.5 mm below the gingival crest
Crown preparations are best placed where?
a. Supragingival
b. Equigingival
c. Subgingival
d. 0.5 mm below the gingival crest
The following may warrant subgingival placement
of preparation margins except:
a. Subgingival caries
b. Crown lengthening
c. Esthetics
d. Labial preparation of posterior teeth
The following may warrant subgingival placement
of preparation margins except:
a. Subgingival caries
b. Crown lengthening
c. Esthetics
d. Labial preparation of posterior teeth
Amount of occlusal reduction of functional cusps
on posterior molars for cast restoration:
a. 1.0 mm
b. 1.5 mm
c. 2.0 mm
d. 0.5 mm
Amount of occlusal reduction of functional cusps
on posterior molars for cast restoration:
a. 1.0 mm
b. 1.5 mm
c. 2.0 mm
d. 0.5 mm
The amount of facial reduction for metal ceramic
system:
a. 1.5 to 2.0 mm
b. 1.2 to 1.5 mm
c. 1.0 to 2.0 mm
The amount of facial reduction for metal ceramic
system:
a. 1.5 to 2.0 mm
b. 1.2 to 1.5 mm
c. 1.0 to 2.0 mm
Recommended proximal reduction for metal
ceramic system:
a. 0.5 mm
b. 1.0 mm
c. 1.2 mm
d. 2.0 mm
Recommended proximal reduction for metal
ceramic system:
a. 0.5 mm
b. 1.0 mm
c. 1.2 mm
d. 2.0 mm
When preparing partial crown on a maxillary
incisor, the proximal grooves should be parallel to
the:
a. Long axis of the tooth
b. Gingival 2/3 of the labial surface
c. Incisal 2/3 of the labial surface
d. Middle 3rd of the labial surface
When preparing partial crown on a maxillary
incisor, the proximal grooves should be parallel to
the:
b. Gingival 2/3 of the labial surface
c. Incisal 2/3 of the labial surface
Proximal grooves on posterior ¾ crowns should be
placed parallel to the:
b. Gingival 3rd of the labial surface
c. Occlusal 3rd of the labial surface
Proximal grooves on posterior ¾ crowns should be
placed parallel to the:
b. Gingival 3rd of the labial surface
c. Occlusal 3rd of the labial surface
These resin-bonded restoration are cast material
veneers that are bonded to etched enamel
mostly on the lingual side and used most often as
retainers for FPD:
a. ¾ crown
b. ½ crown
c. Laminates
d. Maryland bridges
These resin-bonded restoration are cast material
veneers that are bonded to etched enamel
mostly on the lingual side and used most often as
retainers for FPD:
a. ¾ crown
b. ½ crown
c. Laminates
d. Maryland bridges
Which is the minimal acceptable crown:root
ratio?
a. 1:1
b. 1:2
c. 2:3
d. 1:3
Which is the minimal acceptable crown:root
ratio?
a. 1:1
b. 1:2
c. 2:3
d. 1:3
Why is splinting of several teeth together as
abutments for a fixed prosthesis done?
a. To improve retention of the prosthesis
b. To distribute occlusal load
c. To facilitate plaque control
d. To preserve remaining alveolar support
Why is splinting of several teeth together as
abutments for a fixed prosthesis done?
a. To improve retention of the prosthesis
b. To distribute occlusal load
c. To facilitate plaque control
d. To preserve remaining alveolar support
To prevent tissue proliferation, pontics are
positioned away from:
a. Attached gingiva
b. Movable gingiva
c. Immovable gingiva
d. Epithelial attachment
To prevent tissue proliferation, pontics are
positioned away from:
a. Attached gingiva
b. Movable gingiva
c. Immovable gingiva
d. Epithelial attachment
The occluso-gingival thickness of a hygienic pontic
should be no less than:
a. 1.0 mm
b. 2.0 mm
c. 3.0 mm
d. 4.0 mm
The occluso-gingival thickness of a hygienic pontic
should be no less than:
a. 1.0 mm
b. 2.0 mm
c. 3.0 mm
d. 4.0 mm
The strength of a soldered joint is best increased
by:
a. Using a higher carat solder
b. Increasing its dimension in a direction parallel to the
force to be applied to it
c. Increasing its dimension in a direction in a direction
perpendicular to the line of force applied to it
d. Increasing the width of the joint by having a space of
at least 0.05 inch between the parts to be soldered
e. Electroplating the joint with gold to prevent corrosion
The strength of a soldered joint is best increased
by:
a. Using a higher carat solder
b. Increasing its dimension in a direction parallel to the
force to be applied to it
c. Increasing its dimension in a direction in a direction
perpendicular to the line of force applied to it
d. Increasing the width of the joint by having a space of
at least 0.05 inch between the parts to be soldered
e. Electroplating the joint with gold to prevent corrosion
In metal-ceramic restorations, where does failure
or fracture usually occur?
a. In the porcelain
b. In the metal
c. In the porcelain-metal interface
d. All of the above
In metal-ceramic restorations, where does failure
or fracture usually occur?
a. In the porcelain
b. In the metal
c. In the porcelain-metal interface
d. All of the above
Repeated fracture of a porcelain-fused-to-metal
restoration is due primarily to:
a. Occlusal trauma
b. Improper firing schedule
c. Failure to use a metal conditioner
d. An inadequately designed framework
e. Infection
Repeated fracture of a porcelain-fused-to-metal
restoration is due primarily to:
a. Occlusal trauma
b. Improper firing schedule
c. Failure to use a metal conditioner
d. An inadequately designed framework
e. Infection
Which of the following is the most probable cause
of continuous sensitivity of an abutment tooth to
heat, cold, and pressure?
a. Impingement of gingival tissues
b. Occlusal trauma
c. Improper cementation technique
d. Failure to treat endodontically
Which of the following is the most probable cause
of continuous sensitivity of an abutment tooth to
heat, cold, and pressure?
a. Impingement of gingival tissues
b. Occlusal trauma
c. Improper cementation technique
d. Failure to treat endodontically
Endodontically treated teeth that have been
restored with a cast post and core, and crown,
are subjected to the high incidence of:
a. Periodontal disease
b. Recurrent caries
c. Vertical root fracture
Endodontically treated teeth that have been
restored with a cast post and core, and crown,
are subjected to the high incidence of:
a. Periodontal disease
b. Recurrent caries
c. Vertical root fracture
Which of the following is the most important
predictor of clinical success of a cast post and
core?
a. Post length
b. Post diameter
c. Positive horizontal stop
d. Amount of remaining coronal tooth structure
Which of the following is the most important
predictor of clinical success of a cast post and
core?
a. Post length
b. Post diameter
c. Positive horizontal stop
d. Amount of remaining coronal tooth structure
The treatment of choice for a patient with a
maxillary complete denture with severe bilateral
tuberosity undercuts is to:
a. Remove both tuberosity undercuts
b. Reduce the tissue bilaterally
c. Reduce the tissue on one side only, if possible
d. Install an additional orthodontic appliance
e. None of the above
The treatment of choice for a patient with a
maxillary complete denture with severe bilateral
tuberosity undercuts is to:
a. Remove both tuberosity undercuts
b. Reduce the tissue bilaterally
c. Reduce the tissue on one side only, if possible
d. Install an additional orthodontic appliance
When a patient needs a complete denture, pre-
prosthetic surgery is generally not indicated when
which of the following condition exists:
a. Root tips embedded in mandibular bone
b. Pedunculated torus palatinus
c. Papillary hyperplasia
d. Torus mandibularis
When a patient needs a complete denture, pre-
prosthetic surgery is generally not indicated when
which of the following condition exists:
a. Root tips embedded in mandibular bone
b. Pedunculated torus palatinus
c. Papillary hyperplasia
d. Torus mandibularis
While the teeth are set in wax, dentures are tried-
in to:
a. Verify the maxilla-mandibular records
b. Verify the vertical dimension of occlusion
c. Evaluate esthetics
d. All of the above
While the teeth are set in wax, dentures are tried-
in to:
a. Verify the maxilla-mandibular records
b. Verify the vertical dimension of occlusion
c. Evaluate esthetics
d. All of the above
A burning sensation in the palatal area of the
patient’s mouth after wearing a maxillary denture
is caused by too much pressure of the denture on
what?
a. Incisive foramen
b. Palatal mucosa
c. Hamular notch
d. Posterior palatal seal
A burning sensation in the palatal area of the
patient’s mouth after wearing a maxillary denture
is caused by too much pressure of the denture on
what?
a. Incisive foramen
b. Palatal mucosa
c. Hamular notch
d. Posterior palatal seal
A denture patient who complained of a tingling
sensation in the lower lip would most likely need to
have the mandibular denture relieved in the area
of the:
a. Labial frenum
b. Mental foramen
c. Sublingual gland
d. Lower anteriors vestibule
A denture patient who complained of a tingling
sensation in the lower lip would most likely need to
have the mandibular denture relieved in the area
of the:
a. Labial frenum
b. Mental foramen
c. Sublingual gland
d. Lower anteriors vestibule
In a patient wearing complete dentures, a
generalized soreness over the entire mandibular
ridge is usually caused by:
a. Undue border thickness
b. High muscle attachment
c. Excessive increase in the vertical dimension
d. Impingement on the mental foramen
In a patient wearing complete dentures, a
generalized soreness over the entire mandibular
ridge is usually caused by:
a. Undue border thickness
b. High muscle attachment
c. Excessive increase in the vertical dimension
d. Impingement on the mental foramen
The most common cause of localized sore spots
on the ridge area of a patient who wears a
complete denture:
a. Inaccurate denture base
b. Acrylic resin spicule
c. Premature occlusal contacts
d. Overextended flange
The most common cause of localized sore spots
on the ridge area of a patient who wears a
complete denture:
a. Inaccurate denture base
b. Acrylic resin spicule
c. Premature occlusal contacts
d. Overextended flange
Maxillary anterior teeth will give the best esthetic
effect in a complete denture if arranged:
a. Over the crest of the ridge
b. Lingually to the ridge
c. Labially to the ridge
Maxillary anterior teeth will give the best esthetic
effect in a complete denture if arranged:
a. Over the crest of the ridge
b. Lingually to the ridge
c. Labially to the ridge
Lisping of some consonant sounds is usually the
result of:
a. Posterior teeth being set up too wide
b. Spacing between the anterior teeth
c. Maxillary anterior teeth being set too forward
d. Closure of the vertical dimension
Lisping of some consonant sounds is usually the
result of:
a. Posterior teeth being set up too wide
b. Spacing between the anterior teeth
c. Maxillary anterior teeth being set too forward
d. Closure of the vertical dimension
For both the “sh” and “s” sounds, the tongue
makes contact with the:
a. Canines
b. Hard palate
c. Maxillary premolars
d. Maxillary second molars
e. Soft palate
For both the “sh” and “s” sounds, the tongue
makes contact with the:
a. Canines
b. Hard palate
c. Maxillary premolars
d. Maxillary second molars
e. Soft palate
In complete dentures the following phonetic
testing are true except:
a. “Sh” sound represent an increased vertical dimension
b. “M” should have a 1-4 mm freeway space
c. “S” should exhibit a 1 mm clearance
d. “V” should make the incisal edge of the maxilla
anteriors at the wet and dry line
In complete dentures the following phonetic
testing are true except:
a. “Sh” sound represent an increased vertical dimension
b. “M” should have a 1-4 mm freeway space
c. “S” should exhibit a 1 mm clearance
d. “V” should make the incisal edge of the maxilla
anteriors at the wet and dry line
The greatest potential for wear exist between
which of the following?
a. Tooth and gold
b. Porcelain and porcelain
c. Tooth and tooth
d. Tooth and porcelain
The greatest potential for wear exist between
which of the following?
a. Tooth and gold
b. Porcelain and porcelain
c. Tooth and tooth
d. Tooth and porcelain
Which of the following is the most frequent cause
of porosities in a denture?
a. Insufficient pressure on the flask during processing
b. Insufficient material in the mold
c. Rapid elevation in temperature to 212F
d. Insufficient time for processing
Which of the following is the most frequent cause
of porosities in a denture?
a. Insufficient pressure on the flask during processing
b. Insufficient material in the mold
c. Rapid elevation in temperature to 212F
d. Insufficient time for processing
In lateral movements, the working condyle moves
in which direction?
a. Out, back, and up
b. Up, back, and down
c. Down, forward, and medially
d. Down, forward, and laterally
In lateral movements, the working condyle moves
in which direction?
In lateral movements, the non-working condyle
moves in which direction?
In lateral movements, the non-working condyle
moves in which direction?
The buccal cusps of the mandibular posterior
teeth are:
a. Non-supporting and working
b. Supporting and balancing
c. Supporting and working
d. Non-supporting and balancing
The buccal cusps of the mandibular posterior
teeth are:
a. Non-supporting and working
b. Supporting and balancing
c. Supporting and working
d. Non-supporting and balancing
Working interferences usually occur on:
a. Mesial inclines of maxillary teeth and distal inclines of
mandibular teeth
b. Distal inclines of maxillary teeth and mesial inclines of
mandibular teeth
c. Lingual inclines of maxillary facial cusps and facial
inclines of mandibular lingual cusps
d. Facial inclines of maxillary lingual cusps and lingual
inclines of mandibular facial cusps
e. Facial inclines of maxillary facial cusps and lingual
Working interferences usually occur on:
a. Mesial inclines of maxillary teeth and distal inclines of
mandibular teeth
b. Distal inclines of maxillary teeth and mesial inclines of
mandibular teeth
c. Lingual inclines of maxillary facial cusps and facial
d. Facial inclines of maxillary lingual cusps and lingual
inclines of mandibular facial cusps
e. Facial inclines of maxillary facial cusps and lingual
Non-working interferences generally occur on
inner aspects of the _______ cusps of ______.
a. Facial; maxillary molars
b. Facial; mandibular molars
c. Lingual; mandibular molars
d. Facial; maxillary premolars
e. Distal; mandibular premolars
Non-working interferences generally occur on
inner aspects of the _______ cusps of ______.
a. Facial; maxillary molars
b. Facial; mandibular molars
c. Lingual; mandibular molars
d. Facial; maxillary premolars
e. Distal; mandibular premolars
When a cusp is in deflective contact in centric
relation, but does not contact in one or more of
the eccentric movements, grinding should be
performed on:
a. Both the cusp and the opposing area
b. The opposing fossa or the marginal ridge
c. Opposing areas in eccentric positions
d. The cusp that is in deflective occlusal contact
e. All of the above
When a cusp is in deflective contact in centric
relation, but does not contact in one or more of
the eccentric movements, grinding should be
performed on:
a. Both the cusp and the opposing area
b. The opposing fossa or the marginal ridge
c. Opposing areas in eccentric positions
d. The cusp that is in deflective occlusal contact
e. All of the above
Where should grinding be accomplished if the
following conditions exist? The distobuccal cusp of
the mandibular right first molar strikes prematurely
in centric occlusion in the central fossa of the
maxillary first molar; the same cusp is found not to
be premature in working or balancing occlusion.
a. Grind the central fossa of the maxillary molar
b. Grind the distobuccal cusp of the mandibular molar
c. Adjust the cusp tip and the fossa
d. Either A or B
e. All of the above
Where should grinding be accomplished if the
following conditions exist? The distobuccal cusp of
the mandibular right first molar strikes prematurely
in centric occlusion in the central fossa of the
maxillary first molar; the same cusp is found not to
be premature in working or balancing occlusion.
a. Grind the central fossa of the maxillary molar
b. Grind the distobuccal cusp of the mandibular molar
c. Adjust the cusp tip and the fossa
d. Either A or B
e. All of the above
After placing a new complete denture, a patient
exhibits cheek-biting opposite the molars. The
teeth were set in a conventional anatomic
relationship. To correct cheek-biting, the dentist
should reduce the _________.
a. Central fossae of maxillary molars
b. Lingual cusps of maxillary molars
c. Facial surfaces of mandibular molars
d. Facial surfaces of maxillary molars
e. Distal surfaces of maxillary molars
After placing a new complete denture, a patient
exhibits cheek-biting opposite the molars. The
teeth were set in a conventional anatomic
relationship. To correct cheek-biting, the dentist
should reduce the _________.
a. Central fossae of maxillary molars
b. Lingual cusps of maxillary molars
c. Facial surfaces of mandibular molars
d. Facial surfaces of maxillary molars
e. Distal surfaces of maxillary molars
A balanced occlusion can most frequently be
established with a ___________ partial denture
against a _________.
a. Mandibular; natural dentition
b. Mandibular; complete denture
c. Maxillary; natural dentition
d. Maxillary; complete denture
A balanced occlusion can most frequently be
established with a ___________ partial denture
against a _________.
a. Mandibular; natural dentition
b. Mandibular; complete denture
c. Maxillary; natural dentition
d. Maxillary; complete denture
In arranging prothetic teeth for balanced
occlusion, increasing the incisal guidance will lead
to what?
a. Increased condylar guidance
b. Decreased height of cuss
c. Increased compensating curve
d. Increased plane of orientation
In arranging prothetic teeth for balanced
occlusion, increasing the incisal guidance will lead
to what?
a. Increased condylar guidance
b. Decreased height of cuss
c. Increased compensating curve
d. Increased plane of orientation
Which of the following best describes condylar
guidance?
a. It is controlled by the dentist
b. It is dictated by the patient
c. It is dictated by the patient but can be adjusted by
the dentist
d. It can be adjusted by the laboratory technician
Which of the following best describes condylar
guidance?
a. It is controlled by the dentist
b. It is dictated by the patient
c. It is dictated by the patient but can be adjusted by
the dentist
d. It can be adjusted by the laboratory technician
The oral structure which remains consistent
through life:
a. Residual ridge
b. Mental foramen
c. Maxillary tuberosity
d. Incisive papilla
e. All of the above
The oral structure which remains consistent
through life:
a. Residual ridge
b. Mental foramen
c. Maxillary tuberosity
d. Incisive papilla
e. All of the above
An overextended distobuccal corner of a
mandibular denture ill push against which muscle
during function?
a. Zygomaticus
b. Orbicularis oris
c. Temporalis
d. Masseter
An overextended distobuccal corner of a
mandibular denture ill push against which muscle
during function?
a. Zygomaticus
b. Orbicularis oris
c. Temporalis
d. Masseter
The distolingual extension of the mandibular
impression for a complete denture is limited by the
action of what muscle?
a. Stylohyoid
b. Superior constrictor
c. Lateral pterygoid
d. Medial pterygoid
The distolingual extension of the mandibular
impression for a complete denture is limited by the
action of what muscle?
a. Stylohyoid
b. Superior constrictor
c. Lateral pterygoid
d. Medial pterygoid
Which of the following Kennedy classes of the
removable partial dentures are not tooth-borne?
a. Class I
b. Class II
c. Both of the choices above
d. None of the choice above
Which of the following Kennedy classes of the
removable partial dentures are not tooth-borne?
a. Class I
b. Class II
c. Both of the choices above
d. None of the choice above
What is thee recommended treatment for a
patient who has lost her four maxillary incisors a
long time ago and has suffered excessive ridge
resorption?
a. No treatment
b. Maryland bridge
c. A conventional six-unit fixed bridge
d. Removable partial denture
What is thee recommended treatment for a
patient who has lost her four maxillary incisors a
long time ago and has suffered excessive ridge
resorption?
a. No treatment
b. Maryland bridge
c. A conventional six-unit fixed bridge
d. Removable partial denture
Which of the following materials will produce the
most rigid restoration or frameworks of the same
dimension?
a. Wrought gold
b. Palladium alloys
c. Cobalt-chromium alloys
d. Partial denture casting gold in the hardened
condition
e. Nickel-cadmium alloys
Which of the following materials will produce the
most rigid restoration or frameworks of the same
dimension?
a. Wrought gold
b. Palladium alloys
c. Cobalt-chromium alloys
d. Partial denture casting gold in the hardened
condition
e. Nickel-cadmium alloys
Which of the following is the primary indicator of
the accuracy of border molding?
a. Adequate coverage of tray borders with the material
used for border molding
b. Stability and lack of displacement of the tray in the
mouth
c. Uniformly thick borders of the periphery
Which of the following is the primary indicator of
the accuracy of border molding?
a. Adequate coverage of tray borders with the material
used for border molding
b. Stability and lack of displacement of the tray in the
mouth
c. Uniformly thick borders of the periphery
The following are indications for a linguoplate as a
major connector or a mandibular RPD, except:
a. High floor of the mouth (<7 mm of vertical height)
b. High lingual frenum
c. Absence of lingual tori
d. One or more missing incisors
e. Periodontally involved incisors with possible loss in the
future
The following are indications for a linguoplate as a
major connector or a mandibular RPD, except:
a. High floor of the mouth (<7 mm of vertical height)
b. High lingual frenum
c. Absence of lingual tori
d. One or more missing incisors
e. Periodontally involved incisors with possible loss in the
future
When is the type or form of clasp generally
selected?
a. After looking at the xrays
b. After talking to the patient
c. After surveying the cast
d. After the initial try-in of the metal framework
When is the type or form of clasp generally
selected?
a. After looking at the xrays
b. After talking to the patient
c. After surveying the cast
d. After the initial try-in of the metal framework
Major connectors of a maxillary removable partial
denture may be beaded to:
a. Produce a stronger framework
b. Aid in retention of the removable partial denture
c. Hold acrylic resin to the metal framework
d. Produce a positive contact with the tissue
e. Form a finish line between the metal and acrylic resin
Major connectors of a maxillary removable partial
denture may be beaded to:
a. Produce a stronger framework
b. Aid in retention of the removable partial denture
c. Hold acrylic resin to the metal framework
d. Produce a positive contact with the tissue
e. Form a finish line between the metal and acrylic resin
Example of suprabulge clasps are the following
except:
a. Cirumferential
b. RPI
c. Hairpin
d. Embrasure
e. Ring
Example of suprabulge clasps are the following
except:
a. Cirumferential
b. RPI
c. Hairpin
d. Embrasure
e. Ring
Which of the following clasp assemblies utilizes a
lingual undercut and can be used on premolars
for either extension or tooth-supported RPDs?
a. Half and half clasp
b. Lingual modified T-bar
c. Lingual I-bar
d. Ring clasp
lingual undercut and can be used on premolars
for either extension or tooth-supported RPDs?
c. Lingual I-bar
d. Ring clasp
lingual undercut and is only used on molars?
c. Lingual I-bar
d. Ring clasp
lingual undercut and is only used on molars?
c. Lingual I-bar
d. Ring clasp
The worst clasp assembly for a terminal abutment
on a mandibular class I RPD is:
a. Mesial rest and I-bar
b. Mesial and distal rest and a ½ and ½ clasp
c. Distal rest and cast circumferential clasp
d. Mesial rest and modified T-bar

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