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cmoore54

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To ensure consistency in the sizes and lengths of the intracanal endodontic instrumentation, the ADA and manufacturers have standardized a name-number and color-code system. Which group of files are flexible and used for curved and narrow canals?
 a. Barbed broach
  b. K-type
  c. Hedstrom
  d. Flex

Question 2

Pulpal cells often die from irreversible pulpitis. As pulp inflammation progresses, pus or gas will form in the pulp chamber. The formation of this gas or pus condition is called ____________.
 a. granuloma
  b. exudate
  c. osteomyelitis
  d. cellulitis



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Answer to Question 1

d
RATIONALE: To ensure consistency in the sizes and lengths of the intracanal endodontic instrumentation, the ADA and manufacturers have standardized a name-number and color-code system. Flex files are flexible and used for curved and narrow canals.

Answer to Question 2

b
RATIONALE: Pulpal cells often die from irreversible pulpitis. As pulp inflammation progresses, pus or gas will form in the pulp chamber. The formation of this gas or pus condition is called exudate.



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