Question 1

Which type of scaler is used interproximally?

Accepted Answer

A)  Chisel 
B)  File 
C)  Sickle 
D)  Hoe 
A)  Chisel 
B)  File 
C)  Sickle 
D)  Hoe

Question 2

Which type of surface best resists the accumulation of plaque and calculus?

Accepted Answer

A)  Smooth 
B)  Rough 
C)  Irregular 
D)  Both b and c 
A)  Smooth 
B)  Rough 
C)  Irregular 
D)  Both b and c

Question 3

Approximately ______ out of four adults will experience some degree of periodontal problems at some time in their lives.

Accepted Answer

A)  one 
B)  two 
C)  three 
D)  four 
A)  one 
B)  two 
C)  three 
D)  four

Question 4

Place the steps of a scaling, curettage, and polishing appointment in order. 1. Polish the teeth with prophy paste
2) Examine the oral cavity
3) Use scalers and curettes
4) Floss and rinse the mouth

Accepted Answer

A)  1, 2, 3, 4 
B)  4, 1, 3, 2 
C)  2, 3, 1, 4 
D)  2, 1, 3, 4 
A)  1, 2, 3, 4 
B)  4, 1, 3, 2 
C)  2, 3, 1, 4 
D)  2, 1, 3, 4

Question 5

The area at the bottom of the sulcus where the gingiva attaches to the tooth is the ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  periodontal ligament 
B)  alveolar bone 
C)  gingival margin 
D)  epithelial attachment 
A)  periodontal ligament 
B)  alveolar bone 
C)  gingival margin 
D)  epithelial attachment

Question 6

There is no formal system for the evaluation of periodontal health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which type of scaler is used most often in the anterior of the mouth?

Accepted Answer

A)  Chisel 
B)  File 
C)  Sickle 
D)  Hoe 
A)  Chisel 
B)  File 
C)  Sickle 
D)  Hoe

Question 8

Bone is shaped and contoured using ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  diamond burs 
B)  stones 
C)  rongeurs 
D)  all of the above 
A)  diamond burs 
B)  stones 
C)  rongeurs 
D)  all of the above

Question 9

Which type of cleaning aids should be used to clean large interdental spaces or around fixed appliances?

Accepted Answer

A)  Interproximal brushes 
B)  Bridge cleaners 
C)  Soft wooded tips 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Interproximal brushes 
B)  Bridge cleaners 
C)  Soft wooded tips 
D)  All of the above

Question 10

During a periodontal probing, how many sites are probed on each tooth?

Accepted Answer

A)  Three 
B)  Four 
C)  Five 
D)  Six 
A)  Three 
B)  Four 
C)  Five 
D)  Six

Question 11

The dental laser is a medical device that generates a precise beam of concentrated light energy. There is training for the dental assistants when the laser is used.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Gingival bleeding is a minor indicator of inflammation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The inflammation of the gingival tissues is ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  gingivectomy 
B)  gingivitis 
C)  periodontitis 
D)  none of the above 
A)  gingivectomy 
B)  gingivitis 
C)  periodontitis 
D)  none of the above

Question 14

Periodontal dressing is kept in place for ____ days after surgery.

Accepted Answer

A)  2 
B)  7 
C)  5 
D)  10 
A)  2 
B)  7 
C)  5 
D)  10

Question 15

Ultrasonic instruments are designed to be used instead of manual scaling procedures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Gracey curettes are designed to be used ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  in specific areas of the mouth only 
B)  throughout the mouth 
C)  interproximally 
D)  none of the above 
A)  in specific areas of the mouth only 
B)  throughout the mouth 
C)  interproximally 
D)  none of the above

Question 17

In healthy mouths, the sulcus depth should not exceed ____ mm.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  4 
A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  4

Question 18

The surgical procedure used to recontour the gingiva is ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  gingivoplasty 
B)  gingivectomy 
C)  periodontal flap surgery 
D)  ostectomy 
A)  gingivoplasty 
B)  gingivectomy 
C)  periodontal flap surgery 
D)  ostectomy

Question 19

In regard to tooth mobility, a "3" indicates which amount of mobility?

Accepted Answer

A)  Normal 
B)  Slight 
C)  Moderate 
D)  Severe 
A)  Normal 
B)  Slight 
C)  Moderate 
D)  Severe

Question 20

Any destruction of the interradicular bone is determined to have ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  furcation involvement 
B)  gingival inflammation 
C)  tooth mobility 
D)  none of the above 
A)  furcation involvement 
B)  gingival inflammation 
C)  tooth mobility 
D)  none of the above

Exam 31: Periodontics

Which type of scaler is used interproximally?

Which type of surface best resists the accumulation of plaque and calculus?

Approximately ______ out of four adults will experience some degree of periodontal problems at some time in their lives.

Place the steps of a scaling, curettage, and polishing appointment in order. 1. Polish the teeth with prophy paste 2) Examine the oral cavity 3) Use scalers and curettes 4) Floss and rinse the mouth

The area at the bottom of the sulcus where the gingiva attaches to the tooth is the ____________.

There is no formal system for the evaluation of periodontal health.

Which type of scaler is used most often in the anterior of the mouth?

Bone is shaped and contoured using ____________.

Which type of cleaning aids should be used to clean large interdental spaces or around fixed appliances?

During a periodontal probing, how many sites are probed on each tooth?

The dental laser is a medical device that generates a precise beam of concentrated light energy. There is training for the dental assistants when the laser is used.

Gingival bleeding is a minor indicator of inflammation.

The inflammation of the gingival tissues is ____________.

Periodontal dressing is kept in place for ____ days after surgery.

Ultrasonic instruments are designed to be used instead of manual scaling procedures.

Gracey curettes are designed to be used ____________.

In healthy mouths, the sulcus depth should not exceed ____ mm.

The surgical procedure used to recontour the gingiva is ____________.

In regard to tooth mobility, a "3" indicates which amount of mobility?

Any destruction of the interradicular bone is determined to have ____________.

Introduction to the Dental Profession

Psychology Communication and Multicultural Interaction

Ethics Jurisprudence and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act

Oral Health and Preventative Techniques

Nutrition

General Anatomy and Physiology

Head and Neck Anatomy

Embryology and Histology

Tooth Morphology

Microbiology

Infection Control

Management of Hazardous Materials

Preparation for Patient Care

Dental Charting

Pharmacology

Emergency Management

Introduction to the Dental Office and Basic Chairside Assisting

Basic Chairside Instruments and Tray Systems

Instrument Transfer and Maintaining the Operating Field

Anesthesia and Sedation

Introduction to Dental Radiography and Equipment

Production and Evaluation of Dental Radiographs

Extraoral and Digital Radiography

Endodontics

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Dental Implants

Oral Pathology

Orthodontics

Pediatric Dentistry

Dental Sealants

Coronal Polish

Fixed Prosthodontics and Gingival Retraction

Computerized Impression and Restorative Systems

Cosmetic Dentistry and Whitening

Removable Prosthodontics

Dental Cements Bases Liners and Bonding Agents

Restorative Materials Matrix and Wedge

Laboratory Materials and Techniques

Dental Office Management

Employment Strategies

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