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INBDE Integrated National Board Dental Exam Prep Set 2

Category - NBDE II

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Sodium hypochlorite acts as a solvent on:
  1. Inorganic tissue
  2. Organic tissue
  3. Metal
  4. Tooth enamel
Explanation
Answer: B - Sodium hypochlorite acts as a solvent on organic tissue. This irrigation solution is also a potent antimicrobial agent. It is used in concentrations from .05 to 5.25 percent. If the solution reaches beyond the apex, severe adverse symptoms and reactions may occur.
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