CIT Pharmacology & Medications in Implantology

Question 1

Which local anesthetic is most commonly used during dental implant placement procedures?

Accepted Answer

Lidocaine 2% with epinephrine 1:100,000

Answer

Bupivacaine 0.5%

Answer

Mepivacaine 3%

Answer

Prilocaine 4%

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of adding epinephrine to local anesthetics used in implant surgery?

Accepted Answer

To prolong anesthetic duration and reduce bleeding

Answer

To increase the speed of anesthetic uptake

Answer

To reduce the risk of allergic reactions

Answer

To neutralize the pH of the anesthetic solution

Question 3

Which antibiotic is most commonly prescribed as prophylaxis before implant placement surgery?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin 2 g

Answer

Metronidazole 500 mg

Answer

Clindamycin 600 mg

Answer

Ciprofloxacin 500 mg

Question 4

Chlorhexidine gluconate 0.12% oral rinse is prescribed after implant surgery primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Control bacterial plaque and reduce infection risk at the surgical site

Answer

Reduce post-operative swelling

Answer

Accelerate osseointegration of the implant

Answer

Neutralize residual local anesthetic

Question 5

Which drug class is most appropriate for managing mild to moderate post-operative pain and inflammation following implant placement?

Accepted Answer

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

Answer

Opioid analgesics

Answer

Benzodiazepines

Answer

Antihistamines

Question 6

What is the maximum recommended dose of lidocaine with epinephrine for a healthy adult patient during implant surgery?

Accepted Answer

7 mg/kg, not to exceed 500 mg

Answer

3.3 mg/kg, not to exceed 300 mg

Answer

4.4 mg/kg, not to exceed 300 mg

Answer

10 mg/kg, not to exceed 600 mg

Question 7

A patient is allergic to penicillin and requires antibiotic prophylaxis before implant surgery. Which antibiotic is the recommended alternative?

Accepted Answer

Clindamycin 600 mg

Answer

Amoxicillin-clavulanate 875 mg

Answer

Doxycycline 100 mg

Answer

Azithromycin 500 mg