Question 1

What is defined as an unpleasant breath emanating from the oral cavity,regardless of its origin?

Accepted Answer

A) Periodontal disease 
B) Sour breath 
C) Halitosis 
D) Sweet breath 
A) Periodontal disease 
B) Sour breath 
C) Halitosis 
D) Sweet breath C

Question 2

What oral-hygiene aid is used primarily for gingival massage and recontouring of gingival papilla after periodontal therapy?

Accepted Answer

A) End-tuft brush 
B) Toothpick holder 
C) Sulca brush 
D) Rubber tip stimulator 
A) End-tuft brush 
B) Toothpick holder 
C) Sulca brush 
D) Rubber tip stimulator D

Question 3

When are floss holders NOT recommended?

Accepted Answer

A) Poor dexterity 
B) Small hands 
C) Strong gag reflex 
D) Physical disabilities 
A) Poor dexterity 
B) Small hands 
C) Strong gag reflex 
D) Physical disabilities B

Question 4

What is defined as bacteria-induced inflammation or infection of the heart and its valves?

Accepted Answer

A) Bacterial endocarditis 
B) Cardia allergic response 
C) Bacteremia 
D) Pulmonary embolism 
A) Bacterial endocarditis 
B) Cardia allergic response 
C) Bacteremia 
D) Pulmonary embolism

Question 5

What oral hygiene product is recommended for Type II and III embrasures?

Accepted Answer

A) Floss threaders 
B) Floss picks 
C) Interdental brushes 
D) Rubber tip stimulator 
A) Floss threaders 
B) Floss picks 
C) Interdental brushes 
D) Rubber tip stimulator

Question 6

Oral irrigation removes the biofilm on the tooth structure.Supragingival irrigation improves and prevents gingivitis.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

What is defined as the formation of a V-shaped slit in the gingiva that extends apically from the gingival margin?

Accepted Answer

A) Recession 
B) Clefting 
C) Abfraction 
D) Floss cut 
A) Recession 
B) Clefting 
C) Abfraction 
D) Floss cut

Question 8

What is the BEST oral-hygiene aid that helps reduce malodor?

Accepted Answer

A) Tongue cleaner 
B) Chlorhexidine 
C) Listerine 
D) Interdental brushes 
A) Tongue cleaner 
B) Chlorhexidine 
C) Listerine 
D) Interdental brushes

Question 9

It is recommended that bulimics do which of the following after vomiting?

Accepted Answer

A) Rinse with water 
B) Brush teeth 
C) Floss 
D) Rinse with chlorhexidine 
A) Rinse with water 
B) Brush teeth 
C) Floss 
D) Rinse with chlorhexidine

What is defined as an unpleasant breath emanating from the oral cavity,regardless of its origin?

What oral-hygiene aid is used primarily for gingival massage and recontouring of gingival papilla after periodontal therapy?

When are floss holders NOT recommended?

What is defined as bacteria-induced inflammation or infection of the heart and its valves?

What oral hygiene product is recommended for Type II and III embrasures?

Oral irrigation removes the biofilm on the tooth structure.Supragingival irrigation improves and prevents gingivitis.

What is defined as the formation of a V-shaped slit in the gingiva that extends apically from the gingival margin?

What is the BEST oral-hygiene aid that helps reduce malodor?

It is recommended that bulimics do which of the following after vomiting?

Introduction to Primary Preventive Dentistry

Cultural Health Influences

Dental Hygiene Science

Dental Plaque Biofilm

Carious Lesions

Periodontal Diseases

Oral Cancer

Dental Trauma

Host Defense Mechanisms in the Oral Cavity

Toothbrushes and Toothbrushing Methods

Dentifrices,Mouthrinses,and Chewing Gums

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

Exam 12: Self-Care Adjuncts

What is defined as an unpleasant breath emanating from the oral cavity,regardless of its origin?

What oral-hygiene aid is used primarily for gingival massage and recontouring of gingival papilla after periodontal therapy?

When are floss holders NOT recommended?

What is defined as bacteria-induced inflammation or infection of the heart and its valves?

What oral hygiene product is recommended for Type II and III embrasures?

Oral irrigation removes the biofilm on the tooth structure.Supragingival irrigation improves and prevents gingivitis.

What is defined as the formation of a V-shaped slit in the gingiva that extends apically from the gingival margin?

What is the BEST oral-hygiene aid that helps reduce malodor?

It is recommended that bulimics do which of the following after vomiting?

Introduction to Primary Preventive Dentistry

Cultural Health Influences

Dental Hygiene Science

Dental Plaque Biofilm

Carious Lesions

Periodontal Diseases

Oral Cancer

Dental Trauma

Host Defense Mechanisms in the Oral Cavity

Toothbrushes and Toothbrushing Methods

Dentifrices,Mouthrinses,and Chewing Gums

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