Understanding the exact breakdown of the DANB's Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant test will help you know what to expect and how to most effectively prepare. The DANB's Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant has multiple-choice questions The exam will be broken down into the sections below:
| DANB's Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant Exam Blueprint | ||
|---|---|---|
| Domain Name | % | Number of Questions |
| Coronal Polish | ||
| Dental And Oral Anatomy | 8% | 2 |
| Oral Prophylaxis | 7% | 2 |
| Objective Of Coronal Polish | 7% | 2 |
| Dental Deposits | 15% | 4 |
| Polishing Precautions | 15% | 4 |
| Patient Education And Recordkeeping | 10% | 3 |
| Abrasives And Polishing Agents | 8% | 2 |
| Polishing Technique | 20% | 5 |
| Infection Control/OSHA Protocol | 10% | 3 |
| Sealants | ||
| Purpose Of Sealants | 10% | 3 |
| Indications And Contraindications For Sealant Application | 40% | 10 |
| Acid Etching | 10% | 3 |
| Sealants | 40% | 10 |
| Topical Anesthetic | ||
| Patient Preparation | 10% | 3 |
| Classifications | 20% | 5 |
| Precautions And Contraindications | 20% | 5 |
| Indications For Use | 30% | 8 |
| Placement Of The Topical Anesthetic (including Infection Control/OSHA Protocol | 20% | 5 |
| Topical Fluoride | ||
| Basic Information About Fluoride | 10% | 3 |
| Indications And Contraindications For Topical Fluoride | 30% | 8 |
| Benefits Of Topical Fluoride | 15% | 4 |
| Topical Fluoride Application | 15% | 4 |
| Fluoride Preparations | 10% | 3 |
| Adverse Reactions | 10% | 3 |
| Patient Education | 10% | 3 |