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 : 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 : Where is the MOST probable place of bone resorption after a deciduous molar has a pulpal gangrene: A. Interradicular septum B. The periapical area
Last Answer : A. Interradicular septum
Description : Which of the following may be caused by a newly placed restoration which interferes with the occlusion A. Apical abscess B. Pulpal necrosis C. Apical periodontitist
Last Answer : C. Apical periodontitist
Description : A 45 years-old patient awoke with swollen face, puffiness around the eyes, and oedema of the upper lip with redness and dryness. When he went to bed he had no swelling, pain or ... B. Angioneurotic oedema C. Infectious mononucleosis D. Acute maxillary sinusitis E. Acute apical periodontitis
Last Answer : B. Angioneurotic oedema
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 : 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
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 : A teenager has swelling involving his upper lip, the corner of his nose and a region under his left eye. The swollen area is soft, fluctuant and pointed on the labial plate under his ... and test vitality of his teeth E. Write prescription for antibiotics and delay treatment until swelling is
Last Answer : A. Refer him to physician IV abs riesgo de thrombosis de seno cavernoso
Description : The best method to take X-ray of the maxillary sinus is, A. Periapical radiograph B. Panoramic view C. Lateral cephaloghraph D. Occipitomental view E. Reverse Towne’s view
Last Answer : D. Occipitomental view
Description : A periapical x ray of 11 and 12 region shows the vimen, floor of the nasal fossa and the median palatine suture. The other feature that can be seen is: A. Maxillary sinus B. Incisive foramen C. Zygomatic process D. Wall of maxillary sinus
Last Answer : B. Incisive foramen
Description : You notice a radiolucent area close to the apex of the central incisor, on a second x ray the radiolucent area moves; it is likely to be: A. Cyst B. Abscess C. Granuloma D. Incisive foramen in sup lingual for amen inf
Last Answer : D. Incisive foramen in sup lingual for amen inf
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 : 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 is the main purpose of performing pulp test on a recently traumatised tooth? A. Obtain baseline response B. Obtain accurate indication about pulp vitality
Last Answer : A. Obtain baseline response
Description : The most accurate finding of pulpal pathology A. Radiolucency on the apical region B. Pain on hot or cold drinks C. he absence of response to pulp testing
Last Answer : C. he absence of response to pulp testing
Description : What is the main purpose of using corticosteroids in pulpal obturation material? A. For their antibiotic action B. For their antiinflammatory action C. To relief pulp pressure
Last Answer : B. For their antiinflammatory action
Description : What is the main purpose of using corticosteroids in pulpal obturation material: A. For their antibiotic action B. For their antiinflammatory action C. To relief pulp pressure
Description : Reduced occlusal area means: A. More fracture potential for amalgam B. Less fracture potential for amalgam C. Pulpal involvement D. Perio involvement E. None of the above
Last Answer : B. Less fracture potential for amalgam
Description : The pulpal floor of the Class II cavity for a mandibular first premolar should be: GA.Parallel to occlusal plane B. Perpendicular to long axis C. Tilted lingually
Last Answer : GA.Parallel to occlusal plane
Description : X rays are used in endodontic treatment to: A. Aid in the diagnosis of periapical hard tissue lesion B. Determine the number, location, shape, size and direction of roots and root canals C. Confirm ... root canals D. Evaluate the adequacy of the complete root canal filling E. All of the above
Last Answer : E. All of the above
Description : The objective of pulp capping is to: A. Preserve vitality of coronal pulp B. Preserve vitality of entire pulp C. Preserve vitality of radicular pulp D. Regenerate a degenerated and necrotic pulp E. None of the above
Last Answer : B. Preserve vitality of entire pulp
Description : A healthy 6 years-old child presents with carious maxillary second primary molar with a necrotic pulp. Which treatment would be preferred? A. Extraction B. Indirect pulp treatment C. ... normal exfoliation) D. Pulpectomy to preserve the tooth as a space manteiner. E. Antibiotic coverage
Last Answer : D. Pulpectomy to preserve the tooth as a space manteiner.
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 : 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 : In regard to periapical lesions, what is TRUE: A. Are predominantly anaerobic B. Must be treated by antibiotics C. Must always treated by surgery
Last Answer : A. Are predominantly anaerobic
Description : An endodontic therapy was completed on a tooth with a periapical radiolucency. Marked reduction in size of radiolucency is expected in approximately: A. One year B. 6 months C. 3 months
Last Answer : A. One year
Description : How long would it take to notice significant reduction in radiolucency after finishing a root filling in a tooth with a periapical lesion: A. 6 months B. 1 month C. 3 months
Last Answer : A. 6 months
Description : The concomitant perio-periapical lesion as the cause of endodontic failure: A. Cannot be discovered prior to endo treatment B. May be discovered prior to endo treatment C. Is most commonly found in maxillary teeth D. Is most commonly found in mandibular teeth E. None of the above
Last Answer : B. May be discovered prior to endo treatment
Description : What indicates for a periapical surgery: A. Where performing an endodontic treatment on existing root canal filling may lead to fracture of the root B. When root canal treatment is faulty C. When ... bony defect is so extensive that the edges of the incisors will collapse E. None of the above
Last Answer : A. Where performing an endodontic treatment on existing root canal filling may lead to fracture of the root
Description : The lamina dura is absent in which condition: A. Von Recklinghausen B. Paget’s C. Periapical granuloma
Last Answer : B. Paget’s
Description : Which micro-organisms in periapical lesion would you find microscopically: A. Aerobes B. Aerobes to mainly anaerobes
Last Answer : B. Aerobes to mainly anaerobes
Description : After completing pulp extirpation, debridement and placing a dressing; apical periodontitis is because: A. Over instrumentation extending into periapical area B. Irritation from chemicals used C. Entrapped bacteria D. One or any combination of the above
Last Answer : D. One or any combination of the above
Description : Which of the following is true in regard to periapical cementoma: A. Teeth are vital. B. Teeth are not vital
Last Answer : A. Teeth are vital.
Description : The prognosis of teeth with apical resorption is : A. Poor B. Good if apex can be sealed C. Dependant upon periapical surgery D. Contingent upon systemic antibiotic therapy combined with treatment of the canal
Last Answer : B. Good if apex can be sealed
Description : Swelling after RCT is mainly caused by (Being asked as: What is the most frequent cause of pain which occurs several days after obturation?, too): A. Entrapped Bacteria, or the presence of bacteria in the periapical region. B. Underfilling the root canal system C. Overfilled root canal
Last Answer : A. Entrapped Bacteria, or the presence of bacteria in the periapical region.
Description : All of the following should be considered for systemic antibiotic except: A. Extraction of tooth with acute dento alveolar abscess B. Necrotic ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG) unless it is acute. C. ... of 38 or 48 with acute pericoronitis D. Full mouth extraction for a patient with perio disease
Last Answer : B. Necrotic ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG) unless it is acute.
Description : Acute apical abscess-emergency treatment: A. Open and drain for two days B. Antibiotic and analgesic C. Clean and Ledermix
Last Answer : C. Clean and Ledermix
Description : Which type of cells does an abscess contain: A. Mast cells B. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes C. Eosinophils D. Epithelial cells
Last Answer : B. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes
Description : The most serious complications which may occur from abscess of max canine is: A. Cellulitis B. Cavernous sinus thrombosis C. Lacrimal duct stenosis D. Damage to infra orbital nerves
Last Answer : B. Cavernous sinus thrombosis
Description : The BEST treatment for alveolar abscess:******** A. Endontic treatment or extraction B. Incision and drainage alone C. Extraction D. Endodontic
Last Answer : A. Endontic treatment or extraction
Description : What is the common appearance of vertical tooth fracture?* A. Perio abscess like appearance B. Displacement of fragments
Last Answer : A. Perio abscess like appearance
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 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 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 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 : 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