American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

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Question 1 of 147

Why do self etch bonding systems tend to have less post operative sensitivity?

Self etch bonding does not remove the smear layer but modifies it, leaving the smear plugs intact

Self etch products remove & replace the smear layer

Self etch bonding removes collagen fibrils and replaces them with resin plugs

Self etch systems etch and bond simultaneously

Correct Answer: A

Question 2 of 147

A patient would like to brighten her smile in addition to restoring her missing tooth #8. however, she is not interested in dental implants. She would also like to close the spaces between her existing teeth. Unfortunately, due to financial concerns she can only restore teeth ##7-10.
Reviewing the photograph above, how would you achieve golden proportion?

Fabricating a three-unit bridge and a single veneer on tooth #10 will easily achieve golden proportion

In office bleaching along with direct bonding on teeth ##7, 9, and 10, and a Maryland bridge to replace tooth #8 will easily achieve golden proportion

Direct resin bonding in conjunction with a removable partial denture will achieve golden proportion

It is impossible to achieve golden proportion unless more teeth are restored

Correct Answer: A

Question 3 of 147

Which of the following anatomical characteristics regarding the lips is correct?

Lip morphology has little to do with bones and teeth

Lips plump and drop with aging

The philtrum of the lip is an accurate anatomical guide to the center of the face

As one ages, the philtrum of the lip becomes more dominant

Correct Answer: C

Question 4 of 147

With acetone based adhesive systems, the strength of adhesion to dentin after etching with phosphoric acid can be increased by:

Removing the smear layer to eliminate all surface debris.

Drying the dentin completely.

Treating the dentin with 10% NaOCI (sodium hypochlorite) and keeping it moist.

Keeping the dentin moist.

Correct Answer: D

Question 5 of 147

Which of the following would be the main advantage of utilizing a layering technique with composite resin in restoring a disto-occlusal Class II restoration?

Higher degree of polymerization and lower degree of tooth sensitivity

Higher sheer strength and wear resistance

Higher tensile strength and modulus of elasticity

Better compressive strength

Correct Answer: A