CIT Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. What is the maximum recommended dose of lidocaine with epinephrine for a healthy adult patient during implant surgery? → 7 mg/kg, not to exceed 500 mg
2. Which restoration type is the standard of care for replacing a single missing tooth with an implant? → Single implant crown
3. A screw-retained implant crown differs from a cement-retained crown primarily because it: → Can be retrieved without cutting the restoration
4. When torquing an abutment screw, the CIT should use a calibrated torque wrench set to the manufacturer's specification primarily to: → Prevent screw loosening and fracture
5. Which type of prosthetic restoration is supported by implants yet can be removed by the patient for cleaning? → Implant-supported overdenture
6. Which body system is most relevant to understanding tissue response to treatment? → The musculoskeletal and integumentary systems
7. What does the Hounsfield unit (HU) value measured on a CBCT scan indicate in implant planning? → The density and quality of available bone at the implant site
8. What does a radiolucent area surrounding an implant on a periapical radiograph most likely indicate? → Possible peri-implant bone loss, infection, or failed osseointegration
9. Which pathological finding on a periapical radiograph adjacent to a planned implant site must be resolved before implant placement? → Well-defined periapical radiolucency indicating abscess or cyst
10. Why is a radiograph taken after seating a final implant crown? → To verify complete seating and detect residual cement subgingivally
11. Why is titanium commonly used for implants? → It is durable, biocompatible, and resistant to corrosion.
12. How should equipment maintenance records be maintained? → In a detailed log with dates, actions taken, and technician identification
13. How does a surgical assistant maintain a sterile field during the procedure? → By setting up and maintaining sterile instruments and the operating field.
14. What is the purpose of an implant impression coping during the prosthetic phase of treatment? → To transfer the precise three-dimensional position of the implant to a working cast
15. Why are coatings applied to dental implants? → To reduce the chances of rejection and improve integration.
16. When faced with a conflict of interest, what is the appropriate course of action? → Disclose the conflict and recuse yourself from the situation
17. What is the rationale for prescribing a short course of systemic antibiotics AFTER implant surgery (post-operative antibiotic therapy)? → To prevent or treat early-stage peri-implant infection during the critical healing window
18. What can cause delayed healing after implant surgery? → Poor hygiene, smoking, and infection.
19. What should be done immediately after a needlestick injury? → Wash the area, report the incident, and seek medical evaluation
20. What role does zirconia play in dental implants? → It is used for its aesthetic properties and strength.
21. Which type of implant-supported restoration replaces a single missing tooth without involving adjacent teeth? → Single-unit crown
22. What is a 'stock abutment' in implant dentistry? → A pre-manufactured abutment made to standard dimensions by the implant manufacturer
23. Why is continuing education important for maintaining ethical practice? → It ensures practitioners stay current with evolving standards and best practices
24. What is the most effective method for preventing cross-contamination? → Proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment
25. Which bone quality classification (Lekholm & Zarb) describes bone composed almost entirely of dense cortical bone with little cancellous core? → Type D1
26. Why is surface treatment important in dental implants? → To enhance the bone-implant interface for better integration.
27. What is the primary function of an abutment in implant prosthetics? → To connect the implant fixture to the prosthetic crown
28. What is the function of a healing abutment (cover screw) placed after stage-one implant surgery? → To shape the gingival tissue during osseointegration
29. Which CBCT acquisition parameter most directly controls the radiation dose received by the patient? → Field of view size combined with voxel resolution settings
30. What is the primary purpose of conducting a comprehensive patient assessment in Certified Implantology Technician practice? → To establish baseline measurements and identify treatment needs