The perimucosal seal around the implant abutment is maintained
by
a: periodontal ligament
b: circular fibers
c: gingivodental fibers
d: transseptal fibers
What surrounds the root of the natural tooth and attaches the
tooth to bone?
a: gingivodental fibers
b: transseptal fibers
c: circular fibers
d: periodontal ligament
The term defined as "a direct structural and functional
connection between ordered, living bone and the surface of a load carrying
implant" is called
a: osseointegration
b: keratinization
c: osseoapposition
Without a periodontal ligament the dental implant lacks the
sensory advantages of a natural tooth. Occlusal trauma can result in
a:. microfractures of the
crestal bone
b:. bone resorption
c: a. and b.
d: none of the above
Peri-implant tissues around titanium abutments appear
clinically similar to that of soft tissue around natural teeth.
a: true
b: false
For the patient's record , gentle probing should be performed
after placement of the prosthesis to establish baseline data.
a: true
b: false
A periapical radiograph should be taken after placement of the
permanent prosthesis to
a: verify full seating of
the prosthesis
b: establish baseline bone
level
c: determine at yearly
intervals if changes to baseline bone level have occurred
d: all of the above
Assessment of implant status prior to instrumentation will
include
a: charting all implant
locations
b: evaluating implant for
inflammation and pathology
c: evaluating implant for
mobility (attempt to determine implant fixture mobility vs. prosthesis
mobility)
d: all of the above
Which of the following instruments are indicated for debridement
of dental implant abutments and components ?
a: ultrasonic scalers
without plastic tips
b: Gracey curettes made of
stainless steel
c: Plastic instruments
d: Titanium tipped
instruments
When polishing the dental implant abutment a low abrasive polish
paste should be used. Suggested polishing agents are
a: tin oxide
b: a non-abrasive tooth
paste
c: Nupro fine polish
d: all of the above
The hygienist assumes a prominent role as evaluator, clinician,
and educator. This is achieved by employing skills to insure function,
esthetics, and longevity to the implant supported prosthesis.
a: true
b: false
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