Dentistry

at a Glance

Elizabeth Kay

Multiple Choice: Chapter 41 Cavity preparation

Question 1. Which one of the following statements about cavity preparations is FALSE?

A Class II cavity preparations for amalgam restorations must be extended onto the occlusal surface to provide adequate retention
B If thin walls remain following a multisurface cavity preparation, these should be reduced and a cuspal coverage restoration provided
C Resin composite should not be used to restore a cavity with subgingival margins
D The ‘slow’ hand piece should be used with water
E Parallel-sided fissure burs will create a cavosurface angle that is greater than 90°