CIT Study Guide 2026
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📚 CIT Topics to Study (90)
✍️ Sample CIT Questions & Answers
1. When selecting implant diameter for a mandibular first molar site with adequate bone width, which dimension is most commonly recommended?
Wide-diameter implants (4.5-5.0mm) are preferred for mandibular molar sites to better replicate the wider root footprint and distribute occlusal forces.
2. The SLA (sandblasted, large-grit, acid-etched) surface modification is primarily designed to:
SLA treatment creates a micro-rough surface with increased surface area that promotes osteoblast adhesion and accelerates osseointegration.
3. A clinical photograph shows concavities on the palatal surfaces of maxillary anterior teeth in a patient seeking implant consultation. Which condition should be considered and investigated?
Perimolysis — acid erosion on palatal tooth surfaces — is a hallmark of chronic vomiting associated with bulimia, which impacts treatment planning and patient management.
4. The cortical plate on the palatal aspect of the maxillary anterior ridge is typically thicker or thinner than the labial plate?
The palatal cortical plate of the maxillary anterior ridge is generally thicker and denser than the thin and fragile labial cortical plate, influencing implant angulation planning.
5. How soon after a service or session should documentation be completed?
Prompt documentation, ideally within 24 hours, ensures accuracy of recorded information and meets professional and legal standards.
6. Which occlusal scheme is generally recommended for implant-supported full-arch fixed prostheses to minimize lateral forces on implants?
Bilateral balanced occlusion distributes lateral forces evenly across all implants during excursive movements, reducing the risk of overloading individual implants or components.