Description : Benign migratory glossitis or Geographic Tongue, manifests itself in the oral cavity as, A. Irregularly outlined areas of hyperkeratosis of the dorsal surface of the tongue B. Furrows outlined the ... (fissures) radiating from a central fissure G. Irregular area in the midline of the tongue
Last Answer : C. Loss (atrophy) of filiform papillae in multiple irregularly outlined areas
Description : Koplik’s spots are associated with one of the following: A. Viral infection B. Diabetes C. Measles/ Rubeola D. Rubella E. Candidosis
Last Answer : C. Measles/ Rubeola
Description : Biopsy is least useful in the diagnosis of, A. Geographic tongue B. Aphthous ulcer C. Cysts D. Granuloma E. Myeloma
Last Answer : A. Geographic tongue
Description : Which of the following conditions is not classified as a white lesion: A. Fordyce’s granules B. Smoker’s keratosis C. Leukoplakia D. Lichen planus
Last Answer : A. Fordyce’s granules
Description : What is true in treating a patient with secondary herpes simplex:** A. Acyclovir inhibits viral transcription when applied in the prodromal phase B. Idoxuridine is better than acyclovir when applied topically C. Antivirals are contra indicated in immuno-compromised patient
Last Answer : A. Acyclovir inhibits viral transcription when applied in the prodromal phase
Description : The MOST common sites for squamous carcinoma in the oral cavity are:** A. Palate and gingivae B. Tongue and floor of the mouth C. Tongue and palate
Last Answer : B. Tongue and floor of the mouth
Description : An old male presents complaining of having numerous white lesions in the oral cavity within past few days. Prior to this the family physician prescribed chlorite tetracycline for an upper respiratory infection, ... plaques on the lip mucosa, buccal mucosa and the tongue. MOST LIKELY to be:
Last Answer : Moniliasis (Which is candidiasis)
Description : Which one of the following is true about oral hairy leukoplakia?** ADC M07 A. Associated with HIV virus infection and is commonly seen on the dorsal of the tongue B. Associated with HIV ... Always associated with trauma to the lateral side of the tongue E. Always associated with pernicious anaemia
Last Answer : B. Associated with HIV virus infection and is commonly seen on the lateral side of the tongue C. Usually caused by Candida species
Description : are diagnostic for measles. a. Koplik spots b. Wart-like lesions c. Swollen lymph nodes d. Blisters on the body trunk
Last Answer : a. Koplik spots
Description : Which of the following is staphylococcal infection: A. Scarlet fever (Streptococcus pyogenes)Bright red tongue with a "strawberry" appearance Forchheimer spots (fleeting small, red spots on ... inflammation, caused by viral infection, idiopathic, Mycobacterium t C. Pancreatitis no D. Carbuncle
Last Answer : D. Carbuncle
Description : A 12 years-old girl complains of sore mouth, she has painful cervical lymphadenitis and a temperature of 39°c, oral examination shows numerous yellow grey lesions. What is the MOST LIKELY ... mentor hombres mas de 20 años en labios C. Herpetic gingivostomatitis D. Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Last Answer : C. Herpetic gingivostomatitis
Description : If a person has been exposed to radiation, presenting symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, or fatigue can be expected to occur within _______ hours after exposure? ... prodromal phase (presenting symptoms) of radiation exposure occurs within 48 to 72 hours after exposure.
Last Answer : a) 48 to 72 The prodromal phase (presenting symptoms) of radiation exposure occurs within 48 to 72 hours after exposure. Signs and symptoms include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, ... radiation exposure, the signs and symptoms may include fever, respiratory distress, and increased excitability.
Description : Signs and symptoms that commonly suggest cardiac failure in a patient being assessed for oral surgery are, A. Elevated temperature and nausea B. Palpitations and malaise C. Ankle oedema and dyspnoea D. Erythema and pain E. Pallor and tremor
Last Answer : C. Ankle oedema and dyspnoea
Description : Does anyone know anything about geographic tongue?
Last Answer : Well, we do have this, but hooray anyway!
Description : Geographic tongue?
Last Answer : DefinitionGeographic tongue is a map-like appearance of your tongue due to irregular patches on its surface.Alternative NamesPatches on the tongue; Tongue - patchy; Benign migratory glossitis; Glossitis - benign ... are said to be "denuded." Denuded areas may persist for more than a month.Symp
Description : On inspection of lateral boarder of the tongue at the base, which structure would you expect to find: a. Filiform papillae. b. Fungiform papillae. c. Taste buds. d. Lymph nodes. e. Circumvallate papillae.
Last Answer : d. Lymph nodes.
Description : A patient shows a lesion on the tongue adjacent to sharp tooth. You “round off” the sharp area and recall patient after one month to see the lesion turning smaller in size. What would be your next step: A. Keep observing B. Perform an excision biopsy C. Prescribe Kenalog and Orabase
Last Answer : A. Keep observing
Description : A patient complains of finger-like growth on the lateral aspect of the tongue. The lesion is painless and of normal colour. The MOST PROBABLE diagnosis is: A. Folate papillae B. Filiform papillae C. Neurofibroma D. Papilloma
Last Answer : D. Papilloma
Description : The major cause of mentalis muscle hyperactivity is: A. Class II Division I consequence B. Tongue thrust The major cause is lip sucking or lip thrust which avoid the development of the anterior ridge
Last Answer : A. Class II Division I consequence
Description : What is NOT CORRECT in regard to the lingual nerve: A. It is posterior and medial to the inferior alveolar nerve B. It passes close to the mandibular 3rd molar C. It may be anaesthetised by the ... nerve block D. It provides supply to the lingual gingiva E. Supplies anterior 2/3 of the tongue
Last Answer : A. It is posterior and medial to the inferior alveolar nerve
Description : On inspection of lateral boarder of the tongue at the base, which structure would you expect to find: A. Filiform papillae B. Fungiform papillae C. Taste buds D. Lymph nodes E. Circumvallate papillae
Last Answer : D. Lymph nodes
Description : Which muscle contracts during the tongue protrudes: A. Mylohyoid B. Genioglossus C. Digastric
Last Answer : B. Genioglossus
Description : The major etiological factor responsible for Class II division 2 malocclusion in Angle’s classification is:** A. Thumb sucking B. Growth discrepancy C. Tongue thrust habit D. Tooth to jaw size discrepancy E. Skeletal cause (discrepancy)
Last Answer : E. Skeletal cause (discrepancy)
Description : To increase the stability of the lower denture, A. The occlusal plane should be below the tongue B. The occlusal plane should be above the tongue C. The lingual flanges should be concave
Last Answer : A. The occlusal plane should be below the tongue
Description : Carcinoma of the tongue has a predilection for which of the following sites?** A. Lateral border anteriorly B. Anterior dorsal surface C. Posterior dorsal surface D. Lateral border posteriorly E. No preferred location
Last Answer : D. Lateral border posteriorly
Description : Oral mucosal pigmentation; what is TRUE: a. Commonly depends on ethnicity. b. Commonly an amalgam tattoo. c. Commonly oral melanoma. d. Commonly melanotic naevus.
Last Answer : a. Commonly depends on ethnicity.
Description : A 13 years-old has enlarged gingivae; gives a history of Dilantin sodium what is you treatment: a. Oral prophylaxis and gingivoplastic. b. Oral prophylaxis, scaling, root planning. c. Stop medication.
Last Answer : b. Oral prophylaxis, scaling, root planning.
Description : .In minor oral surgery which is TRUE in regard to antibiotics: a. Amoxil is satisfactory against most oral infection. b. Metronidazole and Amoxil have the same penetrating power. c. It is evident that it will reduce post operative swelling.
Last Answer : a. Amoxil is satisfactory against most oral infection.
Description : In the case of malignant melanoma occurring intra orally, which of the following is true: a. Uncommon on the palate when occurs intra orally. b. Should not biopsied, as this will increase metasis ... incidence of oral melanoma is the same as those on the skin. e. Commonly occurs intra orally.
Last Answer : c. The 5 year survival rate is 20%.
Description : Denture stomatitis is commonly associated with, A. The continuous wearing of removable orthodontic appliances in otherwise healthy patient B. The proliferation of hypertrophic tissue at the denture ... overgrowth of some constituents of oral normal microflora D. Allergy to denture base material
Last Answer : C. The overgrowth of some constituents of oral normal microflora
Description : Which of the following is an expansile lesion of the oral mucosa, A. Keratocyte more expansion B. Radicular cyst C. Cementoma
Last Answer : B. Radicular cyst
Description : The most common cause of caries in children is, A. Soft diet B. High intake of carbohydrate C. Poor oral hygiene
Last Answer : B. High intake of carbohydrate
Description : What is true about partial dentures, A. They cause immediate changes in the oral plaque behaviour B. Night wearing of dentures reduces plaque accumulation C. Relieving the gingival area reduces the gingival enlargement.
Last Answer : A. They cause immediate changes in the oral plaque behaviour
Description : In respect to Class V A. it occurs on the buccal groove (fissure) B. it occurs on the lingual groove (fissure) C. it is a result of bad oral hygiene
Last Answer : C. it is a result of bad oral hygiene
Description : High content copper amalgam . . . a. generally requires greater energy to accomplish trituration b. should be placed rapidly in large increments c. Continues to leak since the ... not cause galvanism in oral environment e. is equally effective as conventional alloys in clinical studies
Last Answer : a. generally requires greater energy to accomplish trituration
Description : In syphilis: A. Primary lesion is not contagious B. Oral lesions are not seen in less than 1% C. Spirochetes disseminate in 24 hours
Last Answer : C. Spirochetes disseminate in 24 hours
Description : Good oral hygiene and fluoridation is LEAST useful in preventing caries of: A. Pit and fissure B. Smooth surface C. Inaccessible areas
Last Answer : A. Pit and fissure
Description : What is TRUE in regard to Basal Cell Carcinoma A. Metastasis is common B. Erodes bone C. More common in oriental races D. Cannot occur in oral mucosa according to definition
Last Answer : D. Cannot occur in oral mucosa according to definition
Description : What is TRUE about Oral mucosal pigmentation;: A. Commonly seen in ethnic groups B. Commonly an amalgam tattoo C. Commonly oral melanoma D. Commonly melanotic naevus
Last Answer : A. Commonly seen in ethnic groups
Description : What is your management with a chronic oral antral fistula for some time after the extraction of maxillary first molar: A. Surgical closure B. Anti-biotic and nasal decongestant C. Wash the antrum D. All of the above
Last Answer : D. All of the above
Description : A 7 years-old child has class I malocclusion, slight version of maxillary class III, adequate arch length. What is your management: A. Oral screen B. Head cap therapy C. Inclined plane on mandibular anterior teeth D. Hawley plate E. Expansion screw plate
Last Answer : C. Inclined plane on mandibular anterior teeth
Description : What is TRUE in regard to oral lesions of reticular lichen planus: A. Never accompanied with skin lesions B. Always accompanied with skin lesions C. Lesions may present anywhere D. Lesions may present on legs E. Lesions may present on arms
Last Answer : D. Lesions may present on legs E. Lesions may present on arms
Description : What is TRUE about Benzodiazepine and diazepam in 5-10mg oral dose used for oral sedation in dentistry: A. Good analgesic effect if given 1 hour prior to dental sessions B. Would be reversed ... Benzodiazepam C. Post operative headache D. There is a profound amnesic action and no side affects
Last Answer : B. Would be reversed by flumazepil because it is a Benzodiazepam
Description : During teeth eruption, the reduced enamel epithelium merges with the oral epithelium. What is the further development? A. Downgrowth of oral epithelium which replaces the reduced enamel ... which undermines the reduced enamel epithelium E. Gradual transformation of the reduced enamel epithelium
Last Answer : E. Gradual transformation of the reduced enamel epithelium
Description : A patient with a history of angina suffers an attack while in the dental chair. Prompt relief can be anticipated in MOST instances from: A. Oral administration of short acting ... epinephrine D. Sublingual administration of glyceryl tri-nitrate E. Putting the patient in upright position
Last Answer : D. Sublingual administration of glyceryl tri-nitrate
Description : Which of the following has proven to be the MOST important in community preventive program: A. Dental awareness of the community B. Institution of oral hygiene measures C. Water fluoridation
Last Answer : C. Water fluoridation
Description : In regard to Plummer-Vincent syndrome or “Paterson and Kelly syndrome”: A. Iron deficiency is a feature B. Atrophic oral and gastric mucosa C. Dysphagia and angular cheilitis D. Predisposing oral cancer E. All of the above
Last Answer : E. All of the above
Description : Oral mucosa and skin pigmentation occurs in patient with:** A. Diabetes mellitus B. Addison’s disease C. Multiple myeloma D. Squamous cell carcinoma E. Bright’s disease F. Cushing’s disease
Last Answer : B. Addison’s disease
Description : Prophylactic administration of antibiotic is indicated before oral surgery in patients with: A. Herpes simplex B. Whooping cough C. Bacterial endocarditis
Last Answer : C. Bacterial endocarditis
Description : A 13 years-old boy has enlarged gingivae; gives a history of Dilantin sodium what is you treatment:** A. Oral prophylaxis and gingivoplasty B. Oral prophylaxis, scaling, root planning C. Stop medication
Last Answer : A. Oral prophylaxis and gingivoplasty