Description : In removable partial dentures, the principle of an indirect retainer is that it: a. Stabilises against lateral movement b. Prevents settling of major connectors c. Restricts tissue movement at ... base of the partial denture. d. Minimises movement of the base away from the supporting tissue
Last Answer : d. Minimises movement of the base away from the supporting tissue
Description : When describing a removable partial denture, the minor connector refers to:** A. Rigid components anterior to the premolar teeth B. Flexible components, in contrast to rigid major connectors ... components to the major connector D. The components of the denture base which provides reciprocation
Last Answer : C. Smaller connectors which connect denture components to the major connector
Description : Why do you construct a lower removable partial denture with lingual bar: A. It is used when the space between raised floor, mouth and gingival margin is minimal B. Plaque accumulation is less than with lingual plate C. Should be made thicker when short
Last Answer : B. Plaque accumulation is less than with lingual plate
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 : What is the relationship of the retentive portion of the partial dentures retainers to the survey line of abutment: A. Gingival /Below/ B. Occlusal /Above/ C. No relation
Last Answer : A. Gingival /Below/
Description : In removable partial denture, the principle of an indirect retainer is to: A. Stabilise against lateral movement B. Prevent settling of major connectors C. Restrict tissue movement at the distal ... base of the partial denture D. Minimise movement of the base away from the supporting tissue
Last Answer : D. Minimise movement of the base away from the supporting tissue
Description : In preparing a very small proximal amalgam cavity on a molar tooth what would consider, A. Extend the cavity to the gingival margin B. Extend the cavity beyond the contacts areas C. Achieve at least 2mm in dentine D. Extend cavity just beyond dento enamel junction
Last Answer : D. Extend cavity just beyond dento enamel junction
Description : In the construction of a full veneer gold crown, future recession of gingival tissue can be prevented or at least minimised by, A. Extension of the crown 1 mm under the gingival crevice B. ... of the crown D. Slight under contouring of the tooth in the gingival one fifth of the crown
Last Answer : B. Reproduction of normal tooth incline in the gingival one third of the crown
Description : Dental caries of the proximal surfaces usually starts at, A. Somewhere between the ridge and the contact area B. Just gingival to contact areas C. Just about the gingival margin
Last Answer : B. Just gingival to contact areas
Description : The principal reasons for placing a gingival interproximal wedge in conjunction with a matrix for amalgam condensation are to: 1. separate the teeth slightly 2. keep the band tight at the gingival margin 3. contribute to the ... b. 1,2,4 c. 2,3,4 d. 1,3,4 e. all of the above
Last Answer : e. all of the above
Description : The biologic width is the distance between the A. Base of the gingival sulcus and the crest of alveolar bone B. Free gingival margin and the base of the gingival sulcus C. ... gingival margin and the mucogingival junction E. Free gingival margin and the base of connective tissue attachment
Last Answer : A. Base of the gingival sulcus and the crest of alveolar bone
Description : A crown casting with a chamfer margin fits the die; but in the mouth the casting is open approximately 0.3mm. A satisfactory fit and accurate physiological close of the gingival area of the crown ... the crown E. Relieving the inside of the occlusal surface of the casting to allow for further
Last Answer : D. Making a new impression and remaking the crown
Description : The removable partial denture requires relining what would be the most appropriate action, A. take a new impression by asking the patient to occlude on it B. Provide equal space (maybe it was ... gingival tissues. C. Make sure the framework and retainers are seated in place before taking impression
Last Answer : C. Make sure the framework and retainers are seated in place before taking impression
Description : The normal range of gingival depth “Epithelial attachment” in healthy mouth is: A. 1-2 mm B. 0-3 mm C. 2-3 mm D. 0-5 mm
Last Answer : C. 2-3 mm
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 : Child comes to your clinic with a fractured incisor 3 mm supra-gingival, how would you treat the case, A. Formocretasol pulpotomy B. Calcium hydroxide pulpotomy C. Pulpectomy D. Direct capping E. Indirect capping
Last Answer : B. Calcium hydroxide pulpotomy
Description : Why would you decide to replace the anterior missing teeth for partial denture using bridge: A. Aesthetic B. Overjet C. Overbite
Last Answer : A. Aesthetic
Description : Which is the more retentive form for an anterior bridge A. ¾ partial veneer crown B. Class V inlay C. Pinlay Veneer D. Class III inlay with pins
Last Answer : A. ¾ partial veneer crown
Description : When is a gingival groove LEAST required: A. When restoring with GIC for abrasion B. When restoring with GIC for root caries C. When restoring with GIC base and composite lamination D. When restoring with amalgam
Last Answer : C. When restoring with GIC base and composite lamination
Description : In the construction of partial dentures the surveyor is not used to, A. Contour the wax as part of the fabrication of the working cast B. Locate the guide planes C. Determine the location of indirect retainers D. Identify any undesirable undercuts
Last Answer : A. Contour the wax as part of the fabrication of the working cast
Description : Which of the following liquids is not suitable for prolonged immersion of cobalt chrome partial dentures: A. Alkaline peroxidase B. Hypochlorite solutions C. Soap solutions D. Water
Last Answer : B. Hypochlorite solutions
Description : In partial dentures the guidelines “Guiding Planes” serve to: A. Aid in balancing occlusion B. Assure predictable clasp retention C. Form right angle with the occlusal plane D. Eliminate the necessity for precision attachment E. Eliminate the necessity for a posterior clasp
Last Answer : B. Assure predictable clasp retention
Description : What is your management of a single retroclined upper incisor in a 9 years-old child with sufficient space: A. Anterior inclined plane on mandibular teeth B. Biteplane and protrusion screw C. Expansion screw D. Hawley appliance
Last Answer : A. Anterior inclined plane on mandibular teeth
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 : What is true about Angioneurotic oedema, A. Puffiness around the eyes, oedema of the upper lip with redness and dryness B. Caused by several deep restorations in the anterior teeth C. There is no caries, negative thermal tests, negative percussion and negative response to palpation
Last Answer : A. Puffiness around the eyes, oedema of the upper lip with redness and dryness B. Caused by several deep restorations in the anterior teeth
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 of the following is NOT a characteristic of glass ionomer cements? a. strong in compression but weaker in tension True b. the matrix is formed during the initial set of the cement c. sets via ... for at least 24 hours true d. suitable for use as a core build up material in anterior teeth
Last Answer : d. suitable for use as a core build up material in anterior teeth
Description : I need partial dentures on both upper and lower?
Last Answer : Is this possible ?
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 : Which of the following is a major disadvantage to immediate complete denture therapy: A. Trauma to extraction site FB. Increased the potential of infection C. Impossibility for anterior try in D. Excessive resorption of residual ridge
Last Answer : C. Impossibility for anterior try in
Description : Which of the following is a major disadvantage to immediate complete denture therapy, A. Trauma to extraction site B. Increased potential of infection C. Impossibility for anterior try in D. Excessive resorption of residual ridge
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 : 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 ... The incidence of oral melanoma is the same as those on the skin E. Commonly occurs intra orally
Last Answer : C. The 5 years survival rate is 20%
Description : Which of the following is false in regard to Cleft. Palate? a. May be submucous. b. More common in males than females c. Predispose to speech defects, orthodontics problem and hearing loss. d. Patients are more likely to have cardiovascular defect than the general population.
Last Answer : b. More common in males than females
Description : What is true about smokers, A. Causes immunosuppression B. Increased redox potential favours growth of anaerobic organisms C. Defects neutrophil function and characteristics D. Can produce smokers palate but rarely metaplasia
Last Answer : A. Causes immunosuppression
Description : Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding Smoker’s Keratosis? A. Typically affects the hard palate B. Minor mucous glands are swollen with red orifices C. There is a little regression if smoking is stopped
Last Answer : C. There is a little regression if smoking is stopped
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 : 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 : Kaposi’s sarcoma: A. Seen on buccal mucosa in HIV as purple lesion B. Seen on palate of most HIV patients C. Should be biopsy
Last Answer : B. Seen on palate of most HIV patients
Description : hildren born with cleft palate, microdontia and glossoptosis have: A. Christian disease B. Trenches-Collins Syndrome C. Pierre-Robin Syndrome
Last Answer : C. Pierre-Robin Syndrome
Description : During manual palpation, the mucosa is thin in: I. Midline of the palate II. Mylohyoid region III. Over torus palatinus A. I, II and III B. None of the above C. I and II D. II and III
Last Answer : A. I, II and III
Description : Which of the following is false in regard to Cleft-Palate? A. May be submucous B. More common in males than females C. Predispose to speech defects, orthodontics problem and hearing loss D. Patients are more likely to have cardiovascular defect than the general
Last Answer : B. More common in males than females
Description : The Fovea Palatinae are: A. Foramina covering the lesser palatine nerves and vessels B. Morphologically related to the formation of the premaxilla C. Located on either sides of the midline close to the junction of the hard and soft palate D. Closely related to the rugae of the palate
Last Answer : C. Located on either sides of the midline close to the junction of the hard and soft palate
Description : A 10 years-old boy presents with small greyish white lesion surrounded by a red halos on the soft palate and tonsillar pillars, small vesicles are found. He has fever and pain in the ear. The MOST probable diagnosis is?********** M07 A. Herpangina
Last Answer : A. Herpangina
Description : In regard to HIV infection, which of the following is the earliest finding? A. Kaposi sarcoma on the palate B. Reduced haemoglobin C. Infection with pneumocystic carinii D. Reduction in white cells count E. B cell lymphoma
Last Answer : D. Reduction in white cells count
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 is NOT usually related to gingival inflammation in children? A. Endocrine disturbance B. Viral infection C. Mouth breathing D. Spirochetal infection E. Streptococcal infection
Last Answer : D. Spirochetal infection
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 : If used, in which direction should pinholes be placed? a. parallel to the long axis of the tooth b.parallel to the nearest external surface c. at a 15 degree angle to the long axis of the tooth d. perpendicular to the gingival floor e. directly below and parallel to restored cusp tip
Last Answer : b.parallel to the nearest external surface
Description : The number of damaged gingival tissues after placing rubber dam is greater if: A. The distance between holes is too big B. The distance between holes is too small C. The punctured holes are too big in size D. Not using lubricant when placing rubber dams
Last Answer : B. The distance between holes is too small