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INBDE Integrated National Board Dental Exam Prep Set 2

Category - NBDE II

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Zinc oxide-eugenol has what characteristics?

Oil-based, low strength, has a calming effect of pulp and acts as temporary cement
Water-based, low strength, irritating effect of pulp and acts as permanent cement
Oil-based, highly acidic, strong and acts as temporary cement
Oil-based, low acidity, low strength and acts as permanent cement

Explanation

Answer: A - Zinc oxide-eugenol is oil-based, low in strength, has a calming effect on pulp, and acts like temporary cement. The calming effect of pulp makes zinc oxide-eugenol useful when dealing with vulnerable tubules.

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