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Key Facts: DANB CRFDA Exam
230
Total Questions
DANB (RF 80 + TMP 50 + IM 50 + SE 50)
180 min
Total Exam Time
DANB (RF 60 + TMP 40 + IM 40 + SE 40)
$700
Total Exam Cost
2026 CRFDA Application Packet
400
Passing Scaled Score
DANB scoring model (100-900 scale)
381,900
Dental Assistant Jobs (2024)
BLS
8%
Job Growth (2024-2034)
BLS
DANB lists the CRFDA as four component exams totaling 230 questions in 180 minutes: RF (80 questions, 60 min, $275), TMP (50 questions, 40 min, $125), IM (50 questions, 40 min, $125), and SE (50 questions, 40 min, $175). Total cost is $700. DANB uses CAT scoring with a scaled pass score of 400. Remote online proctoring is available for all components.
Sample DANB CRFDA Practice Questions
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1In the Universal Numbering System used in the United States, which tooth is designated #14?
2Which dental tissue is the hardest, most highly mineralized substance in the human body?
3How many permanent teeth are in a complete adult dentition, and how many are primary teeth in a complete child dentition?
4Which Angle classification describes a normal molar relationship in which the mesiobuccal cusp of the maxillary first molar occludes with the mesiobuccal groove of the mandibular first molar?
5Which structure forms the connective-tissue attachment between the cementum of the root and the alveolar bone?
6How many cusps does a typical maxillary first molar have, and what is the name of the supplemental fifth cusp when present?
7Which anterior tooth has a single cusp tip, the longest root in the dental arch, and is sometimes called the 'cornerstone' of the arch?
8What is the term for the horizontal overlap of the maxillary incisors over the mandibular incisors when the teeth are in maximum intercuspation?
9Which surface of a posterior tooth is the chewing surface that contacts the opposing arch?
10In the FDI (ISO) two-digit tooth numbering system, what does tooth number 36 designate?
About the DANB CRFDA Exam
The DANB Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant (CRFDA) credential validates expanded-function competence in placing direct restorations under dentist supervision. Our 100-question practice bank covers anatomy and morphology, isolation, temporaries, impressions, and restoration placement.
Questions
230 scored questions
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
Scaled score 400 per component
Exam Fee
$700 (DANB / Pearson VUE)
DANB CRFDA Exam Content Outline
Anatomy, Morphology, and Physiology (AMP)
Head and neck anatomy, dental anatomy and morphology, periodontium, occlusion, Universal and FDI tooth numbering.
Isolation (IS)
Rubber dam clamps, frames, inversion technique, latex/nitrile materials, cotton-roll isolation, Isolite/DryShield, and HVE technique.
Temporaries (TMP)
Preformed and custom provisionals, indirect/direct fabrication, eugenol vs. non-eugenol cementation, occlusion adjustment, polishing.
Impressions (IM)
Alginate, PVS, polyether, retraction cord technique, bite registration, facebow, intraoral scanners (iTero, TRIOS, Primescan, CEREC).
Restoration (RF)
Direct composite (etch-and-rinse, bonding generations, incremental placement, light curing), amalgam (mercury hygiene, carving, polishing), GIC/RMGI, matrices and wedges.
How to Pass the DANB CRFDA Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Scaled score 400 per component
- Exam length: 230 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours
- Exam fee: $700
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the DANB CRFDA exam?
DANB lists the combined CRFDA at 230 questions total: 80 Restorative Functions (RF), 50 Temporaries (TMP), 50 Impressions (IM), and 50 Sealants (SE).
How much does the DANB CRFDA exam cost?
The total cost for all four CRFDA component exams is $700: RF $275, TMP $125, IM $125, and SE $175. Components can be taken separately.
What are the eligibility requirements for the CRFDA?
The RF exam requires CDA certification, CODA-accredited program completion, or expanded functions coursework plus 3,500 hours of work experience. TMP, IM, and SE have no eligibility requirements.
Can I take CRFDA exams with remote proctoring?
Yes. DANB offers remote online proctoring for all CRFDA component exams (RF, TMP, IM, SE) in addition to in-person testing at Pearson VUE centers.
What is the CRFDA annual renewal cost?
CRFDA certification renewal costs $130 per year and requires continuing dental education credits and current CPR certification.