Restorative & Materials · single question
Which of the following represents the correct sequence for placing a resin composite restoration?
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Correct answer: D. Emergency care → Etch → GI → Bond → Composite
- A. This sequence is for indirect pulp capping protocol, not a standard composite restoration sequence.
- B. Etch → Bond → Occlusion check → Restoration is incomplete and has the occlusion check in the wrong place; occlusion is checked AFTER the restoration is placed.
- C. Cavity prep → Bond → Etch is INCORRECT — you always etch BEFORE bonding in total-etch (acid-etch) technique. The correct order is: prep → etch → bond → composite.
- D. For a composite restoration in an emergency/urgent care scenario with potential near-pulp involvement: Emergency care (pain relief) → Acid etch → Apply GI liner/base if needed → Bond → Composite. This sequence is clinically appropriate for urgent care restorations.
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