Question 1

Which areas can carious lesions occur?

Accepted Answer

A) Gingival margin 
B) Periodontal dentin ligament 
C) Pit and fissures 
D) Gingival sulcus 
A) Gingival margin 
B) Periodontal dentin ligament 
C) Pit and fissures 
D) Gingival sulcus C

Question 2

The four zones of the incipient lesion,described by Silverstone,are: h.

Accepted Answer

A) Outer zone,body of the lesion,dark zone,and translucent zone i. 
B) Surface zone,body of the lesion,dark zone,and translucent zone j. 
C) Light zone,body of the lesion,dark zone,and translucent zone 
D) None of the above 
A) Outer zone,body of the lesion,dark zone,and translucent zone i. 
B) Surface zone,body of the lesion,dark zone,and translucent zone j. 
C) Light zone,body of the lesion,dark zone,and translucent zone 
D) None of the above B

Question 3

Resting salivary flow is principally from the major salivary glands while stimulated salivary flow comes from the minor salivary glands.

Accepted Answer

A) First statement is true,second statement is false. 
B) First statement is false,second statement is true. 
C) Both statements are true. 
D) Both statements are false. 
A) First statement is true,second statement is false. 
B) First statement is false,second statement is true. 
C) Both statements are true. 
D) Both statements are false. D

Question 4

Which bacterial group is MOST implicated with dental caries?

Accepted Answer

A) Streptococcus Mutans d. 
B) Lactobacillus species e. 
C) Streptococcus aureus f. 
D) Both A and B g. 
E) All of the above 
A) Streptococcus Mutans d. 
B) Lactobacillus species e. 
C) Streptococcus aureus f. 
D) Both A and B g. 
E) All of the above

Question 5

For dental caries to develop which conditions,must occur simultaneously?

Accepted Answer

A) There must be a susceptible tooth and host. 
B) Cariogenic microorganisms must be present in a sufficient quantity. 
C) There must be frequent oral consumption of refined sugars. 
D) Both A and B. 
E) All of the above. 
A) There must be a susceptible tooth and host. 
B) Cariogenic microorganisms must be present in a sufficient quantity. 
C) There must be frequent oral consumption of refined sugars. 
D) Both A and B. 
E) All of the above.

Question 6

Which of the following is tooth enamel composed of?

Accepted Answer

A) Enamel junctions 
B) Dentin 
C) Enamel rods 
D) Dentinal tubules 
A) Enamel junctions 
B) Dentin 
C) Enamel rods 
D) Dentinal tubules

Question 7

The acronym CAMBRA stands for: k.

Accepted Answer

A) Caries Management by Risk Assessment 
B) Caries Management by Reducing Acid l. 
C) Caries Management by Restorative Adjuncts 
D) Caries Management by Restoration and Assessment 
A) Caries Management by Risk Assessment 
B) Caries Management by Reducing Acid l. 
C) Caries Management by Restorative Adjuncts 
D) Caries Management by Restoration and Assessment

Question 8

Though food types are important in producing a cariogenic (low pH)environment,frequent in-between-meal snacks and drinks can maintain a low pH environment throughout the day,which shifts the demineralization/remineralization continuum toward caries formation.

Accepted Answer

A) First statement is true,second statement is false. 
B) First statement is false,second statement is true. 
C) Both statements are true. 
D) Both statements are false. 
A) First statement is true,second statement is false. 
B) First statement is false,second statement is true. 
C) Both statements are true. 
D) Both statements are false.

Question 9

When there is an immediate drop in pH after carbohydrate consumption,this is termed:

Accepted Answer

A) Stephan curve 
B) Liken curve 
C) Liken drop 
D) Strait of Reitz 
A) Stephan curve 
B) Liken curve 
C) Liken drop 
D) Strait of Reitz

Question 10

Root caries are more common in:

Accepted Answer

A) Older adults 
B) Children 
C) Drug addicts 
D) Root caries occur similarly across age groups 
A) Older adults 
B) Children 
C) Drug addicts 
D) Root caries occur similarly across age groups

Which areas can carious lesions occur?

The four zones of the incipient lesion,described by Silverstone,are: h.

Resting salivary flow is principally from the major salivary glands while stimulated salivary flow comes from the minor salivary glands.

Which bacterial group is MOST implicated with dental caries?

For dental caries to develop which conditions,must occur simultaneously?

Which of the following is tooth enamel composed of?

The acronym CAMBRA stands for: k.

Though food types are important in producing a cariogenic (low pH)environment,frequent in-between-meal snacks and drinks can maintain a low pH environment throughout the day,which shifts the demineralization/remineralization continuum toward caries formation.

When there is an immediate drop in pH after carbohydrate consumption,this is termed:

Root caries are more common in:

Introduction to Primary Preventive Dentistry

Cultural Health Influences

Dental Hygiene Science

Dental Plaque Biofilm

Periodontal Diseases

Oral Cancer

Dental Trauma

Host Defense Mechanisms in the Oral Cavity

Toothbrushes and Toothbrushing Methods

Dentifrices,Mouthrinses,and Chewing Gums

Self-Care Adjuncts

Implant and Denture Self Care

Community Water Fluoridation

Topical Fluoride Therapy

Dental Sealants

Nutrition,Diet,and Associated Oral Conditions

Sugar and Other Sweeteners

Health Education and Promotion Theories

Tobacco Cessation

Athletic Mouthguards

Technological Advances in Primary Dental Care

Pregnancy and Infancy

Pediatrics

Adult Dental Care

Geriatrics

Medically Compromised Populations

Populations with Developmental Disabilities

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Exam 5: Carious Lesions

Which areas can carious lesions occur?

The four zones of the incipient lesion,described by Silverstone,are: h.

Resting salivary flow is principally from the major salivary glands while stimulated salivary flow comes from the minor salivary glands.

Which bacterial group is MOST implicated with dental caries?

For dental caries to develop which conditions,must occur simultaneously?

Which of the following is tooth enamel composed of?

The acronym CAMBRA stands for: k.

Though food types are important in producing a cariogenic (low pH)environment,frequent in-between-meal snacks and drinks can maintain a low pH environment throughout the day,which shifts the demineralization/remineralization continuum toward caries formation.

When there is an immediate drop in pH after carbohydrate consumption,this is termed:

Root caries are more common in:

Introduction to Primary Preventive Dentistry

Cultural Health Influences

Dental Hygiene Science

Dental Plaque Biofilm

Periodontal Diseases

Oral Cancer

Dental Trauma

Host Defense Mechanisms in the Oral Cavity

Toothbrushes and Toothbrushing Methods

Dentifrices,Mouthrinses,and Chewing Gums

Self-Care Adjuncts

Implant and Denture Self Care

Community Water Fluoridation

Topical Fluoride Therapy

Dental Sealants

Nutrition,Diet,and Associated Oral Conditions

Sugar and Other Sweeteners

Health Education and Promotion Theories

Tobacco Cessation

Athletic Mouthguards

Technological Advances in Primary Dental Care

Pregnancy and Infancy

Pediatrics

Adult Dental Care

Geriatrics

Medically Compromised Populations

Populations with Developmental Disabilities

Filters