Description : What is NOT TRUE about occlusal trauma: A. Cemental tears B. Bone loss C. Mobility D. True pocket formation E. Bleeding in periodontal ligament
Last Answer : D. True pocket formation
Description : The MOST likely factor contributing to tooth eruption is:** A. The growing root B. Bone growth C. Vascular pressure D. The developing periodontal ligament
Last Answer : A. The growing root
Description : The width of the normal periodontal ligament space is: A. 0.25 to 0.5mm B. 1mm
Last Answer : A. 0.25 to 0.5mm
Description : The periodontal ligament in a tooth without use appears to be: A. Narrow B. Wide
Last Answer : A. Narrow
Description : What is the most important function of periodontal ligament: A. Keep teeth in the socket B. Protect alveolar bone C. Provide nutrition
Last Answer : A. Keep teeth in the socket
Description : How would you diagnose a periapical abscess: A. Pain on percussion B. Pain when eating hot food C. Pain when eating cold food D. The thickness of periodontal ligament on X-Ray
Last Answer : A. Pain on percussion
Description : Bundles of striated muscle fibres called fasciculi are surrounded by a sheath called :-
Last Answer : Bundles of striated muscle fibres called fasciculi are surrounded by a sheath called :- A. Epimysium B. Perimysium C. Exomysium D. Endomysium
Description : Characteristics of smooth muscle fibres are (a) spindle-shaped, unbranched, nonstriated, uninucleate and involuntary (b) spindle-shaped, unbranched, unstriped, multinucleate and involuntary (c ... , multinucleate and involuntary (d) cylindrical, unbranched, striated, multinucleate and voluntary.
Last Answer : (a) spindle-shaped, unbranched, nonstriated, uninucleate and involuntary
Description : Which one of the following contains the largest quantity of extracellular material? (a) Striated muscle (b) Areolar tissue (c) Stratified epithelium (d) Myelinated nerve fibres
Last Answer : (b) Areolar tissue
Description : Which of the following conditions is not associated with periodontal destruction in primary teeth: a. Down’s syndrome. b. Steven Johnson’s syndrome. c. Hypophosphatasia. d. Papillon. Lefebvre syndrome. e. Cyclic neutropenia.
Last Answer : b. Steven Johnson’s syndrome.
Description : Which of the following is NOT characteristic of Down’s syndrome? A. Decreased neutrophil function B. Macroglossia C. Macrodontia D. An increased susceptibility to periodontal disease E. Congenitally missing teeth
Last Answer : C. Macrodontia
Description : Which of the following elements is not found in normal periodontal membrane: A. Fibroblast B. Epithelial cells C. Erythrocytes D. Vest cells of malaise E. Inflammatory plasma cells and lymphocytes
Last Answer : C. Erythrocytes
Description : Which of the following conditions is not associated with periodontal destruction in primary teeth: A. Down’s syndrome B. Steven Johnson’s syndrome C. Hypophosphatasia D. Papillon-Lefebvre syndrome E. Cyclic neutropenia
Last Answer : B. Steven Johnson’s syndrome
Description : .Which of the following is true: A. Antibiotics are useful in the treatment of periodontitis B. Trauma from occlusion causes thickening of the marginal gingivae C. Periodontitis is the ... can be identified by x-ray E. Periodontitis is the most common disease in the oral cavity
Last Answer : E. Periodontitis is the most common disease in the oral cavity
Description : In class II restorations, all of the following are considered to occur as probable causes of periodontal problems except: A. Flat ridge B. Faulty or not proper contour C. Not properly polished restoration D. Cervical wall is too deeply apical E. Overextension of lining in cavity
Last Answer : E. Overextension of lining in cavity
Description : How can a periodontal pocket be recognised:** A. X-Ray B. Periodontal probe / Calibrated probe C. Periodontal marker D. Bitewing radiograph E. Sharp explorer F. Study cast
Last Answer : B. Periodontal probe / Calibrated probe
Description : Which of the following statement is correct for a periodontal disease:** A. The finger pressure is enough for mobility diagnosis B. A communicable disease C. X ray after intra alveolar surgery ... diagnosis healing D. Systemic diseases have no effects on it E. ZoE paste will accelerate healing
Last Answer : E. ZoE paste will accelerate healing
Description : What controls the occlusion:. A. Teeth B. Receptors in periodontal membrane C. Proprioceptors D. Neuromuscular receptors E. TMJ F. All of the above
Last Answer : F. All of the above
Description : Periodontal damage to abutment teeth of partial denture with distal extension can best be avoided by, A. Applying Stressbreakers B. Employing bar s on all abutment teeth C. Maintaining tissue support ... area E. Maintaining the clasp arms on all abutment teeth at the ideal degree of tension
Last Answer : C. Maintaining tissue support of the distal extension
Description : Tetracycline hydrochloride conditioning of root surfaces in periodontal surgery is to: A. Sterilise the root surface B. May enhance binding of fibronectin and fibroblast C. Aids in re-mineralising the root surface D. Assist the biding of lamina dura E. Prevents post operative infections
Last Answer : B. May enhance binding of fibronectin and fibroblast
Description : In testing for mobility, which of the following statement is true:** M07 A. Heavy pressure must sometimes be used to test mobility B. Only lateral mobility is significant in ... examination each tooth should be tested individually for hyper mobility E. Reliance on radiograph is essential
Last Answer : D. During the periodontal examination each tooth should be tested individually for hyper mobility
Description : Typical features of Down’s syndrome (Mongolism) do not include: A. Multiple immunodeficiencies B. Sever caries but minimal periodontal disease C. Susceptibility to infections D. Multiple missing teeth and malocclusion E. Hepatitis B carriage in institutionalised patients
Last Answer : B. Sever caries but minimal periodontal disease
Description : Which of the following is the best index to evaluate gingival health: a. Gingival index by Loe and Silness. b. Periodontal index. c. Periodontal disease index. d. OHI. S.
Last Answer : a. Gingival index by Loe and Silness.
Description : In testing for mobility, which of the following statement is true: a.Heavy pressure must sometimes be used to test mobility. b.Only lateral mobility is significant in diagnosis and ... weakened. d.During the periodontal examination each tooth should be tested individually for hyper mobility.
Last Answer : d.During the periodontal examination each tooth should be tested individually for hyper mobility.
Description : Which of the following is the best evidence that a previous periodontal treatment is successful? A. The patient keeps a 3 month recall appointment B. There is no extrinsic stain C. The patient demonstrates good understanding of brushing and flossing techniques D. There is no bleeding on probing
Last Answer : D. There is no bleeding on probing
Description : when probing for periodontal disease the tip of the probe will be, A. At the coronal end of junctional epithelium B. At the top of the gingival calculus
Last Answer : A. At the coronal end of junctional epithelium
Description : The main purpose of periodontal treatment is, A. Elimination of plaque and calculus B. Elimination of periodontal pockets C. Reformation of all the periodontal ligaments D. The elimination of all occlusal trauma
Last Answer : A. Elimination of plaque and calculus
Description : What is Ante’s Law about, A. The relation between the span of the bridge and the pontics B. The periodontal area of the abutment teeth C. The relation between the length of the root and the abutment.
Last Answer : B. The periodontal area of the abutment teeth
Description : What is CORRECT in regard to the periodontal surface area in mandibular teeth: A. First molar> first premolar> second premolar (max) B. Canine> first premolar> second premolar. (max) C. Canine> lateral incisor> central incisor
Last Answer : C. Canine> lateral incisor> central incisor
Description : What is the MOST significant clinical feature of periodontal disease:** A. Bleeding B. True pocket formation and apical migration of attached gingiva
Last Answer : B. True pocket formation and apical migration of attached gingiva
Description : Absence of clearly defined crystal lamina dura is because: A. Pathognomonic of periodontal disease B. Indicative of attachment loss C. Associated with periodontal pocket D. Commonly related to radiograph angulation
Last Answer : D. Commonly related to radiograph angulation
Description : A patient is resistant to caries but has a periodontal disease. In this case, sucrose in diet is important because: A. Sucrose is greatly involved in plaque development B. S. mutans produces ... with a continual supply of sucrose D. Existing plaque must continue to get sucrose in order to grow
Last Answer : A. Sucrose is greatly involved in plaque development
Description : Which of the following is the best index to evaluate gingival health: A. Gingival index by Loe and Silness B. Periodontal index C. Periodontal disease index D. OHI-S
Last Answer : A. Gingival index by Loe and Silness
Description : Which of the following is MOST useful in differentiating between apical abscess and periodontal: A. Percussion B. Vitality tests C. Cold tests D. Heat tests
Last Answer : B. Vitality tests
Description : Which of the following is NOT TRUE in regard to lateral periodontal cyst** A. It is more common in anterior region B. It occurs more in maxilla than mandible C. Probable origin is from ... . Encountered in the cuspid-premolar region of the mandible, derived from the remnants of the dental lamina
Last Answer : A. It is more common in anterior region B. It occurs more in maxilla than mandible
Description : In periodontal scalers and curettes the blade is formed by which two surfaces: A. Two lateral surfaces B. Lateral surface and face C. Lateral surface, face and shank D. Lateral surface, face, back and shank
Last Answer : B. Lateral surface and face
Description : Periapical abscess is differentiated from periodontal abscess by: A. Pulpal radiology B. History and vitality test C. X-ray and history
Last Answer : B. History and vitality test
Description : What is the characteristic feature of gingivitis in AIDS patient:** A. Red band on the free gingiva associated with platelet. B. Correlating with other pathogenesic lesions of AIDS and does not resolve to periodontal conventional treatment. C. Sever pain
Last Answer : A. Red band on the free gingiva associated with platelet.
Description : Which is the MOST common local factor in the aetiology of periodontal disease: A. Occlusal trauma B. Calculus C. Brushing habits D. Coarse food
Last Answer : B. Calculus
Description : Apical migration of the epithelial attachment followed by atrophy of marginal gingiva at the same level results in: A. False periodontal pocket B. Periodontal pocket recession C. Gingival cleft D. True pocket
Last Answer : B. Periodontal pocket recession
Description : .Which radiographic method would you use in assessing periodontal conditions and lesions: A. Bitewing B. Periapical C. Occlusal D. Panoramic
Last Answer : B. Periapical
Description : Which is the most important local factor in the aetiology of periodontal disease: A. Occlusal trauma B. Calculus C. Brushing habits D. Coarse food
Description : Chronic inflammatory periodontal diseases originate in: A. The marginal gingiva B. The crystal alveolar bone C. The cervical cementum
Last Answer : B. The crystal alveolar bone
Description : Which one of following statement about Overdenture is not correct: A. Greater occlusal loads can be applied by the patient B. Retention and stability are generally better than with ... The retained roots are covered by the denture thus protecting them from caries and periodontal diseases
Last Answer : D. The retained roots are covered by the denture thus protecting them from caries and periodontal diseases
Description : The main factor controlling a decision to increase the occlusal height of teeth for extensive oral reconstruction is whether, A. the inter occlusal distance will be physiologically ... the aesthetic appearance of the patient will improve sufficiently to warrant the planned reconstruction
Last Answer : A. the inter occlusal distance will be physiologically acceptable after treatment
Description : The commonest cells which are found in periodontal membrane are:** A. Fibroblast B. Epithelial cells C. Erythrocytes D. Vest cells of malaise
Last Answer : A. Fibroblast
Description : In young children what is the commonest finding after dental complaint: A. Acute periodontal abscess B. Chronic periodontal abscess C. Apical abscess D. Chronic alveolar abscess
Last Answer : D. Chronic alveolar abscess
Description : The main factor controlling a decision to increase the occlusal height of teeth for extensive oral reconstruction is whether, A. The inter occlusal distance will be physiologically ... . The aesthetic appearance of the patient will improve sufficiently to warrant the planned reconstruction
Last Answer : A. The inter occlusal distance will be physiologically acceptable after treatment
Description : The lamina dura is seen on periapical radiographs as:CHECK A. Usual radiolucency between tooth root and surrounding bone as a thin white line. B. Cribriform plate of bone making the ... bone consistent with a healthy periodontal status D. Pattern of radiopaque lines in supporting alveolar bone
Last Answer : B. Cribriform plate of bone making the tooth socket