DA 118B - Dental Materials for Dental Assistants

1. Explain the physical and biological considerations of dental materials in an oral environment.
2. List four classes of materials used in dentistry and the factors involved in their use.
3. Discuss the properties of dental amalgam and how to manipulate it properly.
4. Identify the properties and indications for the use of zinc phosphate, zinc oxide eugenol, polycarboxylate, glass ionomer and resin cement.
5. Compare and contrast the characteristics of the different bonding materials.
6. Compare the functions, compositions, properties, appearance and techniques for the placement of the different composites.
7. Identify impression materials used in dentistry according to their classification.
8. Prepare alginate impressions, pour models and trim models from the impressions.
9. Recognize the procedures followed when preparing cast restorations.
10. Describe the uses of polymeric materials and resins in prosthetic dentistry.
11. Recognize the properties and uses of the various temporary restorations and temporary coverage materials.
12. List the function of pattern, processing and impression waves in dentistry.