Question 1

___________________ refers to an aggregate of microorganisms organized into a dynamic community and collecting on the teeth and under the gums.

Accepted Answer

A)    Tartar
B)    Sealant
C)    Biofilm
D)    Impaction C

Question 2

​A(n) ______________________________ is a dentist who specializes in straightening teeth.

Accepted Answer

orthodontist​

Question 3

​A(n) __________________________ is a full coverage restoration of a tooth when it cannot be restored by a filling.

Accepted Answer

​crown

Question 4

Preventive treatment, including the scaling, cleaning, and removal of calculus is called _________________.

Accepted Answer

A)    impaction
B)    prophylaxis
C)    root canal therapy
D)    orthognathic surgery

Question 5

Which of the following would provide documentation of enlarged lymph nodes, bruises, or abnormal-looking growths?

Accepted Answer

A)    head, neck, and intraoral examination
B)   medical and dental history
C)    dental examination
D)    patient information

Question 6

Dental care is available to qualifying veterans at Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers where they pay _______________________________.

Accepted Answer

A)    monthly premiums for treatment (similar to a managed care program) 
B)    low or no fees for treatment if obtained at the Veterans Affairs health care facility
C)    nothing because their health insurance plan reimburses the Veterans Affairs facility
D)    100% of the fee because dental care is not covered by Veterans Affairs health benefits

Question 7

____________________ are the silver-colored fillings composed of several metals that are usually placed on posterior teeth:

Accepted Answer

A)   Bitewings
B)    Amalgams
C)    Bridges
D)    Caries

Question 8

A _____________ is formed by clear acrylic applied to the biting surface of the tooth, placed to prevent decay:

Accepted Answer

A)    cap
B)    crown
C)    bridge
D)    sealant

Question 9

​Describe how periodontal disease is treated.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ​Describe how periodontal disease is treated....

Question 10

Which of the following plans does NOT include benefits for dental care?

Accepted Answer

A)    Medicare
B)    Medicaid
C)    TRICARE
D)    Veterans Affairs

Question 11

In most states, dentists are legally obligated to report ______________________.

Accepted Answer

A)    social security numbers of patients using narcotics
B)    all procedures performed due to disease
C)    major procedures performed on minors
D)    suspected cases of abuse

Question 12

In most states, which of the following issues licenses to dentists so they can practice?

Accepted Answer

A)    Dental Society
B)    Board of Dentistry
C)    Drug Enforcement Agency
D)    American Dental Association

Question 13

Describe how a practice management system would assist with reminders for patients.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe how a practice management system would...

Question 14

Describe key features of solo and group practice.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe key features of solo and group...

Question 15

​A(n) ________________________ is a removable prosthesis (false teeth) that replaces all of the teeth in either the upper or lower jaw.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ​A(n) ________________________ is a removable prosthesis (false...

Question 16

A risk management area of concern in dentistry is injury to patients or practitioners, including instrument trauma from needles, drills, and probes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Medical and dental care benefits are provided to families of active-duty military personnel under which program?

Accepted Answer

A)    CHIP
B)    Medicare
C)    TRICARE
D)    Veterans Affairs

Question 18

A dentist who specializes in surgery to the mouth and facial bones is a(n) ___________________________________.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A dentist who specializes in surgery to...

Question 19

The only organization that has been actively developing dental practice guidelines is the American Dental Association.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

With regard to checkups and preventive dentistry, it is common for dental insurance policies to ___________________________.

Accepted Answer

A)    apply the costs of these services to the patient's deductible
B)    cover these services at 50%
C)    cover these services at 75%
D)    cover these services at 100%

Exam 14: Dental Care Settings