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
Last Answer : B. Calculus
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 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 : .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 : 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 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 : 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 : 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 : .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 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 : Throbbing pain increases with heat and cold stimuli, the MOST probable diagnosis is, A. Cyst B. Occlusal trauma C. Advanced pulpitis
Last Answer : C. Advanced pulpitis
Description : Tooth under occlusal trauma may show: A. Bone resorption B. Necrosis of the pulp C. Hypercementosis D. Triangulation E. All of the above
Last Answer : E. All of the above
Description : A tooth under occlusal trauma shows A. Bone resorption B. Necrosis of the pulp C. Hypercementosis D. Triangulation Vertical defects occur adjacent to a tooth and usually in the form of a triangular area of missing bone, known as triangulation E. All of the above
Description : A 50 years-old patient presents with pain from time to time on light cervical abrasions. What is your first management to help patient in preventing pain in the future? A. Change diatary habits B. Change brushing habits C. GIC fillings
Last Answer : B. Change brushing habits
Description : As far as localised alveolar osteitis is concerned; which one of the following is true? A. The incidence in the mandible and maxilla is similar B. The prophylactic prescription of antibiotics ... and irrigation is mandatory E. Zn oxide eugenol and alvogyl dressing promote a rapid bone growth
Last Answer : C. Excessive fibrinolysis is the likely aetiology
Description : As far as localised alveolar osteitis (dry socket) is concerned; which one of the following is true? M07 A. The incidence in the mandible and maxilla is similar B. The prophylactic ... diagnosis and irrigation is mandatory E. Zinc oxide eugenol and alvogyl dressing promote a rapid bone growth
Description : The principal factor involved in oral para-function is related to: A. Periods of stress B. Occlusal pre-maturities during mandibular closure
Last Answer : B. Occlusal pre-maturities during mandibular closure
Description : What factor do you consider the most important when restoring the occlusal part of a tooth: A. Occlusal anatomy B. Function
Last Answer : B. Function
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 : 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 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 : 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 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 : 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 : A patient who recently had a calculus removed from the kidney presented with radiolucent area in the left maxilla with clinical evidence of swelling. The disease that you would immediately suggest ... A. Diabetes B. Thyrotoxicosis C. Hyperparathyroidism D. Osteoporosis E. Adrenal insufficiency
Last Answer : C. Hyperparathyroidism
Description : Which of the following is true in relation to dental decay? A. Foods that require vigorous mastication will increase salivary flow and reduce PH B. Tooth brushing immediately after meals is most ... E. The Stephan Curve describes an increase in PH during a meal with resultant of demineralisation
Last Answer : E. The Stephan Curve describes an increase in PH during a meal with resultant of demineralisation
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 : The MOST common cause of gingiva irritation is: A. Calculus B. Plaque C. Caries D. Restorative material
Last Answer : B. Plaque
Description : Angular type of bone resorption can be seen more often in:** A. Occlusal traumatism B. Food particles retention C. Periodontosis D. All of the above
Last Answer : D. All of the above
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 : As a result of wrong use of tooth brush the patients MOST probable complaint will be, A. Spontaneous pain or discomfort B. Occasional pain during brushing of the teeth C. Occasional pain during consumption of sweets
Last Answer : C. Occasional pain during consumption of sweets
Description : Why is it difficult to use matrices on deciduous teeth, A. It hurts the kids’ parents B. The small mouth opening of kids in that age range makes it difficult to keep matrices in mouth. C. The occlusal concavity of deciduous teeth
Last Answer : . The occlusal concavity of deciduous teeth
Description : the difficulty of placing matrices on deciduous dentition is a result of, A. The small mouth of kids which result in problem keeping the matrices in their mouths B. The occlusal convergence of the deciduous teeth
Last Answer : B. The occlusal convergence of the deciduous teeth
Description : Which part of the cranium is considered as the most stable area, A. Frankfort plane B. Occlusal plane C. Anterior cranial plane D. Anterior nasal to gnathion.
Last Answer : C. Anterior cranial plane
Description : Jaw relations for edentulous patient have been established. The maxillary cast has been mounted on the articulator without face-bow and you decide to increase the occlusal vertical dimension by 4 mm ... record C. Changes in the condylar guide settings D. Increase in the vertical dimension
Last Answer : B. A new centric relation record
Description : Occlusal cavity with extension of the buccal fissure is classified as, A. Class II B. Class III C. Class I D. Class V
Last Answer : C. Class I
Description : the location of Class V is in, A. The buccal pit /fissure/ B. The occlusal surface C. The cervical third
Last Answer : C. The cervical third
Description : An occlusal approaching clasp TIP, A. Should occupy a predetermined undercut B. Contact the tooth under the survey line C. Rigid
Last Answer : B. Contact the tooth under the survey line
Description : After the placement of a class I amalgam the patient comes back to you complaining of pain on masticating and biting; what is the first thing you would look at, A. Occlusal height B. Contacts areas
Last Answer : A. Occlusal height
Description : When patient bites in protrusion with complete dentures you notice that the posterior teeth do not meet, what would you do to solve this: A. Increase the compensatory curve B. Decrease the angle of the occlusal plane
Last Answer : A. Increase the compensatory curve
Description : When setting up teeth for complete dentures having bilateral balanced occlusion, separation of posterior teeth during protrusion is done by: A. Increasing the anterior posterior occlusal curve B. Decreasing the angle orientation of the occlusal plane
Last Answer : B. Decreasing the angle orientation of the occlusal plane
Description : The auxiliary occlusal rest on teeth for partial denture should be placed: A. Away from edentulous space B. Adjacent to edentulous space C. Near fulcrum line D. Away from fulcrum line
Last Answer : A. Away from edentulous space
Description : The MOST stable area to evaluate the craniofacial growth is: A. Nasal floor B. Cranial vault C. Occlusal plane D. Naso maxillary complex E. Anterior cranial base
Last Answer : E. Anterior cranial base
Description : What is TRUE in regard to the preparation of occlusal rests: A. Use an inverted cone bur B. Use a flat fissure bur C. Parallel to occlusal plane D. At right angle to the long axis of tooth E. None of the above
Last Answer : E. None of the above