Questions
Questions
SILVER MODIFIED ATRAUMATIC RESTORATIVE TECHNIQUE( SMART): AN ALTERNATIVE CARIES PREVENTION TOOL
Safety and efficacy of silver diamine fluoride( SDF) have been studied and demonstrate:
qa. Repeated application are required for more predictable caries arrest; qb. One application is enough for the patient’ s lifetime; qc. Ineffective and limited in practice; qd. Superior method of prevention for adult patients.
Application of glass ionomer cement( GIC) at the same appointment after SDF placement:
qa. Benefits tooth structure increasing chances of remineralization; qb. Kills bacteria and cuts off their nutrient source; qc. Benefits populations of various age groups.; qd. All of the above.
Best way to address the side effects of SDF can be presented to the patients through:
qa. Performance of the procedure, then showing patients side effects in the operatory chair; qb. Verbal explanation and providing a thorough informed consent; qc. Word of mouth referrals; qd. Directing patients to online resources.
Once lesion is desiccated, SDF should be transferred and left on lesion for:
qa. 10 seconds; qb. 30 seconds; qc. 1 minute; qd. 3 minute.
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