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1
How many tubules can be found in one square millimeter of dentin?
18,000-21,000
8,000-12,000
35,000-39,000
1,000-3,000
2
Posterior BWX are recommended for an adult patient with clinical caries or at high risk for caries at what interval?
3-6 months
18-24 months
Every 3 months
6-18 months
3
According to the CDC, periodontal instruments such as scalers and curettes fall into which of the following categories?
All of the Above
Semi-critical Items
Non-critical Items
Critical Items
4
Vitamin D assists with the absorption of:
Calcium
Potassium
Vitamin K
Protein
5
Placing sealants over early (non-cavitated) lesions prevents the progression of the lesion.
True
False
6
The circled PDL fibers that are inserted into the cementum on one side and the alveolar bone on the other are called:
Interadicular Fibers
Oblique Fibers
Apical Fibers
Sharpey's Fibers
7
The office has changed from "E" to "D" speed film. What modifications should be made to the exposure time?
No change is needed
Decrease the exposure time 1/2
Decrease the kVp
Double the exposure time
8
A lesion that is bluish, with fluctuant mucosal swelling, and often with a history of periodic rupture is a:
None of the above
Mucocele
Pyogenic Granuloma
Fibroma
9
If a local anesthetic injection disturbs the muscle tissue or blood vessel, it can result in:
Hemophilia
Hematoma
Allergic Reaction
Trismus
10
The optimal blade angulation for the removal of deposits is:
45° to 60°
25° to 45°
90° to 120°
60° to 80°
11
All of the following describes the design of a sickle scaler with the exception of which design detail?
Triangular cross-section
Rounded toe
Face perpendicular to the lower shank
Double bladed
12
Kids are more sensitive to radiation than adults because kids have increased cellular mitosis associated with growth.
The statement is incorrect, the reason is correct.
Both the statement and the reason are incorrect.
The statement is correct, the reason is incorrect.
Both the statement and the reason are correct.
13
What restoration is most likely to cause galvanic shock?
Porcelain Crown
Composite
Amalgam
Resin-modified glass ionomers (RMGIs)
14
What is the most common preventive antibiotic regimen used for adults who do not have a penicillin allergy?
500 mg Azithromycin 1 hour prior to appt
2 g Amoxicillin 1 hour prior to appt
500 mg Metronidazole 1 hour prior to appt
600 mg Clindamycin 1 hour prior to appt
15
Which of the following categories is NOT identified as the most up-to-date classifications for periodontitis?
Aggressive Periodontitis
Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease
Stage V, Grade C
Necrotizing Periodontitis
16
A col is the depression between the lingual or palatal & facial papillae. Most periodontal infections begin in the col.
The first statement is true, the second statement is false
The first statement is false, the second statement is true
Both statements are false
Both statements are true
17
A vasoconstrictor in anesthetic agents can do all of the following EXCEPT:
Decrease the rate of systemic distribution of the drug
Reduce the duration of the anesthetic effect
Reduce the Potential for adverse reactions
Reduce Bleeding
18
When taking BP using a sphygmomanometer, the systolic pressure is recorded:
When inflating the cuff, pulse reappears
When deflating the cuff, pulse reappears
When deflating the cuff, pulse disappears
When inflating the cuff, pulse disappers
19
Which is the functional unit of tissue that surrounds and supports the tooth?
Gingiva
Alveolar bone
Periodontal ligament
Periodontium
20
What is a common side effect of antidepressants?
GI Upset
Xerostomia
Black Hairy Tongue
Metallic Taste
21
Post exposure prophylaxis is not available for which bloodborne pathogen?
None of the above
Hep B
HIV
Hep C
22
Which bacteria is primarily responsible for carious lesions
P. gingivalis
S. mutans
S. milleri
L. acidophilus
23
The shade of a composite resin will be affected by the whitening process; tetracycline can cause discoloration in teeth.
Both statements are false
The first statement is true, the second statement is false.
The first statement is false, the second statement is true.
Both statements are true
24
Which of the following are major physicological events that occur during an asthma attack?
Vasoconstriction and bronchodialation
Vasodialation and bronchodialation
Vasoconstriction and bronchoconstriction
Vasodilation and bronchoconstriction
25
Gracey 15/16 is a modification of the 13/14 with a more angled shank. The extra angulation provides better adaptation.
Both statements are false
The first statement is false, the second statement is true
The first statement is true, the second statement is false
Both statements are true
26
Which antibiotic drug is most commonly used for periodontal diseases
Cephalosporin
Doxycycline
Amoxicillin
Clindamycin
27
Dental hygiene is the only health care profession based exclusively on which type of care?
Emergency
Restorative
Rehabilitation
Prevention
28
Sucrose is made up of which of the following two monosaccharides?
Glucose & Galactose
Fructose & Galactose
Fructose & Glucose
Glucose & Glucose
29
Radiopaque structures are easily penetrated by x-rays; Radiopaque structures appear lighter on the resultant radiograph.
Both statements are true
Both statements are false
First statement is false, second is true
First statement is true, second is false
30
The Gracey 5/6 is designed to be used for which teeth/surfaces
Posterior teeth; facial and lingual
Anterior teeth only
Posterior teeth; mesial
Anterior teeth and premolars
31
The arrow is pointing to what? Also known as a "window" of bone loss on a tooth that places the exposed root
Gingival Recession
Fenestration
Dehiscence
Exostosis
32
Which of the following gingival fiber groups are responsible for providing resistance to the separation of teeth?
Circumferential fibers
Dentogingival fibers
Alveologingival fibers
Transeptal fibers
33
Which part of the brain controls body temperature?
Thalamus
Cerebellum
Cerebrum
Hypothalamus
34
Which of the following is not a clinical feature of candidiasis?
Reticular
Angular cheilitis
Pseudomembranous white plaques
Erythematous
35
What dosage of supplemental fluoride should be prescribed to kids 6 mo to 3 yrs old in an area with unfluoridated water?
None
1.0 mg/day
.50 mg/day
.25 mg/day
36
Which of the following changes in gingiva consistency indicate chronic inflammation?
Soft, spongy gingiva
Firm, hard gingiva
Retractable gingiva
Pink, Stippled
37
Which of the following is a symptom of vitamin B deficiency?
Angular cheilitis
All the above
Glossitis
Gingival bleeding
38
X-rays were discovered in 1895, on accident, by who?
G. V. Black
Dr Alfred Fones
Nikola Tesla
Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen
39
The removal of all calculus and biofilm in a relatively shallow periodontal pocket is an example of primary prevention.
True
False
40
Clinically, acute inflammation is characterized by which 5 cardinal signs:
redness, swelling, heat, pain, and paresthesia
redness, swelling, heat, pain, and loss of function
recession, swelling, heat, pain, and paresthesia
redness, swelling, hypothermia, pain, and loss of function
