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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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