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1
To break through and extend beyond the apex of the root is _________
pulpotomy
pulpitis
periradicular
perforation
2
________ is a term used to remove or clean out the pulpal canal
palpation
direct pulp cap
debridement
root canal therapy (RCT)
3
Surgical aspirating tips are ____________ those HVE tips used in restorative dentistry
the same size as
shorter than
larger than
smaller than
4
During endodontic treatment, the pulpal canals are irrigated with
sterile saline solution
sodium hypochlorite diluted with water
glutaraldehyde, 2%
iodine mixed with alcohol
5
________ is a term used to describe involuntary movement of the body, face, arms, and legs
extrusion
athetosis
intrusion
down syndrome
6
A small restoration placed at the apex of a root is ________
retrograde restoration
Reversible pulpitis
Pulpitis
endodontist
7
Special needs pts w __ often anomalies dental developments such late eruption, perio disease, malocclusion, mouth breath
Down syndrome
autism
ADHD
cerebral palsy
8
_________ occurs when the injured tooth has been forced inward
Avulsion
Intrusion
Extrusion
Luxation
9
__ the application of calcium hydroxide to a cavity preparation in which the dental pulp is fully or partially exposed
root canal therapy (RCT)
debridement
palpation
direct pulp cap
10
A child's actual age is the
avulsed
chronologic age
autonomy
cerebral palsy
11
The dental material commonly selected for obturation of a canal is ________
amalgam
composite
IRM
gutta-percha
12
What could be a possible sign of child abuse?
all of the above
chipped or fractured teeth
bruises
scars on the lips or tongue
13
A signed informed consent is required before the treatment of an implant begins
False
True
14
In children, which teeth are most commonly injured?
Mandibular anterior
Maxillary anterior
Maxillary posterior
Mandibular posterior
15
Approximately how many days must sutures remain in the surgical site?
14
5 to 7
1 to 2
3 to 4
16
What surface of a posterior tooth would the dentist enter with a rotary bur when opening a canal for root canal therapy?
incisal
mesial
occlusal
facial
17
Compared with fixed prosthodontics, what is the financial investment for an implant?
Fixed prosthodontics is a larger investment than an implant
An implant is a larger investment than fixed prosthodontics
Both procedures average about the same cost
Insurance will not cover this procedure
18
What type of radiograph would be exposed throughout root canal therapy?
Cephalometric
Panorex
Bitewing
Periapical
19
Subperiosteal implants are used most commonly for the support of a
mandibular complete denture
maxillary partial denture
mandibular fixed bridge
maxillary fixed bridge
20
_________ is the process of being independent
autonomy
avulsed
cerebral palsy
chronologic age
21
The child's _________ age is his or her level of intellectual capacity and development
emotional
mental
chronological
all of the above
22
An inaccurate canal measurement may result in
perforating the apex
overfilling the canal
All of the options
underfilling the canal
23
What organization should be contacted if someone suspects child abuse?
american dental association
local hospital
child protective services of the public health department
pediatric dental association
24
Osseointegration is
an implant abutment
the attachment of healthy bone to the dental implant
a ceramic substance
a titanium implant
25
During endodontic treatment, local anesthesia may
be difficult to obtain in the presence of infection
All of the options are correct
not be required when the tooth is nonvital
be used selectively as a diagnostic test
26
What is unique about the treatment areas of a pediatric practice?
There are chairs for parents.
The dental chairs are close together.
many are designed with the open-bay concept
More than one dentist can use a treatment area
27
Which of the following is the minimum number of years a dental implant is expected to last?
5 years
30 years
20 years
10 years
28
The irrigation solution recommended during root canal therapy is ________
diluted sodium hypochlorite
concentrated sodium hypochlorite
diluted phosphoric acid
a combination of air and water from the air-water syringe
29
____________ have tiny fishhook like barbs along the shaft and are used to remove the bulk of the pulpal tissue
Hedstrom files
Broaches
K-type files
Endodontic explorers
30
Would a child be referred to a prosthodontist for the placement of a stainless steel crown?
no
yes
31
You are describing a child's ________ when a 10-year-old is behaving like a 6-year-old
mental age
emotional age
physical age
chronolic age
32
An example of a cleaning accessory used for implants is a ________
interproximal brush
toothbrush
All of the above
clasp brush
33
After placing the dental dam on a tooth to receive pulp therapy, you would disinfect the dental dam with
alcohol
hydrogen peroxide
hydrogen perborate
iodine solution
34
Periosteal elevators are used to
remove the tooth from the socket
separate the periosteum from the surface of the bone
smooth the bony structure surrounding the socket
remove clots and debris from the socket following an extraction
35
The success rate for dental implants have shown to be ________
90%
100%
50%
70%
36
Following endodontic treatment, the patient will be referred to a(n) ________ for the placement of the final restoration
orthodontist
periodontist
oral surgeon
general dentist
37
A surgical stent is used to
stabilize the bone after surgery
hold sutures in place
hold the implant in place
help the surgeon place the implant in the proper location
38
How would Dr. Frankl describe a positive child?
Is willing to comply
Accepts treatment
all of the above
Follows directions
39
What type of file would be selected for the final enlargement of a pulpal canal?
Hedstrom
Broach
Pesso
Reamer
40
When a tooth is avulsed, it has ________
been fractured
been pushed back into the socket
come out
become loose
41
Physical restraint may be necessary, and can be as simple as holding a child’s hands
True
False
42
________ is a neural disorder or loss of motor function caused by brain damage
cerebral palsy
chronologic age
autonomy
avulsed
43
The type of moisture control recommended by the ADA for root canal therapy is ________
cotton rolls
cotton pellets
dental dam
dry angels
44
Following irrigation, the canals are dried with
a cotton-tip applicator
paper points
cotton pellets
quick blasts of air
45
________ is a type of metal used for implants
titanium
gold
silver
stainless steel
46
Before use, surgical instruments are classified as critical items and must be
wiped down with iodine
sterilized
soaked in a high-level disinfectant
soaked in alcohol
47
A ____________ is football shaped and used in a low-speed handpiece
Gates-Glidden bur
lentulo spiral
Pesso file
mounted K-type file
48
Which of the following is
not
a reason for taking radiographs for implant evaluation?
Home care
Height of the alveolar ridge
Width of the alveolar ridge
Quality of bone
49
occurs when teeth are displaced from their position in the mouth
intrusion
extrusion
athetosis
down syndrome
50
The ________ implant is surgically placed into the maxilla or mandible
all of the above
endosteal
transosteal
subperiosteal
51
Nerves, blood vessels, and tissue that surround the root of a tooth are called
pulpitis
perforation
periradicular
pulpotomy
52
________ is the surgical removal of infectious material surrounding the apex of a root
control tooth
Apicoectomy
Percussion
abscess
53
An instrument used for final enlargement of the pulpal canal in endodontics is the
K-type file
Hedstrom file
lentulo spiral
barbed broach
54
The services routinely provided in a pediatric dental office include
surgical procedures
restorative procedures
preventive procedures
All of the options are correct
55
Artificial teeth attached 2 anchors that have been surgically embedded to bone or surrounding structures are termed ____
osseointegration
circumoral
implant
stent
56
What are the three categories of implants?
Subperiosteal, transosteal, and supraperiosteal
Endosteal, subperiosteal, and transosteal
Endosteal, periosteal, and subperiosteal
Endosteal, supraperiosteal, and supratransosteal
57
The teeth most frequently injured by toddlers are the
mandibular molars
mandibular incisors
maxillary molars
maxillary incisors
58
What dental emergency can result if bacteria reach the nerves and blood vessels of a tooth?
tumor
calculus
abscess
decay
59
A is a clear acrylic template placed over the alveolar ridge to aid the dentist in placement of a dental implant
circumoral
implant
osseointegration
stent
60
Periradicular tissues are ________
pulp tissues
buccal mucosa
tissues that surround the root of a tooth
tissues that surround the crown of a tooth
61
The prepared canals are filled with
amalgam
gutta percha
composite
calcium hydroxide
62
Another term for down syndrome is trisomy 21
True
False
63
Osseointegration, or bonding of the dental implant to bone, occurs in
1 to 2 months
10 to 12 months
1 to 5 months
3 to 6 months
64
Dental implant patients should be scheduled for regular recare intervals for
prophylaxis
radiographs
All of the options
examination
65
All of the following are true statements about dental implants EXCEPT
they are a significant financial investment
implants can be challenging for a patient
the procedure can be completed quickly
there is risk of infection and other complications
66
A bone file is commonly used after the
forceps
rongeurs
hemostat
elevator
67
________ is the procedure whereby the dental pulp is removed, and the canal is filled with a permanent dental material
debridement
direct pulp cap
root canal therapy (RCT)
palpation
68
In a pediatric office, the quiet room is used for
children whose behavior may upset others
children who are tired
children who are happy patients
parents
69
What type of assessment will a prospective implant patient undergo?
dental examination
medical history evaluation
all of the above
psychological evaluation
70
A(n) ________ is the removal of a vital pulp from the coronal portion of a tooth
periradicular
pulpotomy
perforation
pulpitis
71
The implant prosthesis may be fixed or removable
False
True
72
The age groups served by a pediatric dental practice include
All of the options are correct
birth through adolescence
children and adults with special needs
infancy
73
Another term for necrotic is ________
nonvital
vital
living and vital
living
74
Dental implants are contraindicated when ______________ is present
an irregular bony ridge
dense alveolar bone
All of the options
a condition that would interfere with normal healing
75
The t-band is a type of matrix used for primary teeth
True
False
76
A(n) ____________ is used to control immediate postoperative bleeding
heating pad
ice pack
gauze pressure pack
moistened tea bag
77
During a surgical procedure, personal protective equipment (PPE) includes
sterile gown, mask and gloves
examination gloves
sterile gown
sterile examination gloves, gown, mask and over gloves
78
________ means surrounding the mouth
osseointegration
circumoral
implant
stent
79
When a malignant tumor is diagnosed, the patient
should be informed of the biopsy results over the phone
should be informed of the biopsy results by his or her general dentist
requires immediate treatment by a qualified specialist
can be reevaluated at the next 6-month recall
80
What procedure is recommended to protect the pits and fissures of posterior teeth?
Pulpotomy
Sealants
Fluoride rinse
Coronal polishing
81
During oral surgical procedures, _______________ may be used for pain control
IV conscious sedation
All of the options
local anesthetic
nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation
82
The is a measurement designed to evaluate behavior
france scale
frank scale
frankl scale
fran scale
83
At what phase of orthodontics would a pediatric dentist intercede in getting a patient to stop sucking his or her thumb?
Preventive
Elective
Interceptive
Corrective
84
To maintain current status of patient’s health during surgical procedure, the dental assistant should __ as a baseline
obtain vital signs
assess tolerance of pain
assess the anesthetic required
obtain weight
85
To obturate means to ________
open a pulpal canal
fill a pulpal canal
examine a pulpal canal
surgically remove a pulpal canal
86
________ is a technique to touch or feel for abnormalities of the soft tissue
palpation
direct pulp cap
debridement
root canal therapy (RCT)
87
When a tooth has been pushed into the socket as a result of injury, it is
intrusion
down syndrome
extrusion
athetosis
88
____________ are used in the low-speed handpiece to place sealer and cements into the canals
Flexible K-type files
Gates-Glidden burs
Pesso files
Lentulo spirals
89
If your patient plays soccer, would you recommend that he or she wears a mouth guard?
no
yes
90
During the examination of very young children, they may be allowed to
sit on their parent’s lap
sit on the assistant’s lap
sit in the reception area
All of the options are correct
91
What portion of the pulp would the dentist remove in a pulpotomy?
Complete pulp
Root portion
Coronal portion
Only the infected portion
92
A(n) ________ cap is the placement of calcium hydroxide over a not completely exposed pulp
Percussion
Gutta-percha
Non-vital
indirect pulp cap
93
The specialty of dentistry concerned with infants through adolescent and special needs patients is ________
endodontics
oral and maxillofacial
pediatric dentistry
orthodontics
94
General dentists have the skill and knowledge to
diagnose pathologic lesions
perform minor oral surgery procedures in their practices
perform orthognathic surgeries
perform maxillofacial surgeries
95
________ is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the apex of a root
pulpotomy
hemisection
apicoectomy
forceps extraction
96
During pulp testing, if the suspected tooth is the maxillary right first premolar, the control tooth should be the
mandibular left first premolar
maxillary right second premolar
mandibular right first premolar
maxillary left first premolar
97
In a(n) __________ biopsy, the entire lesion is removed
malignant
exfoliative
benign
excisional
98
Which dental specialist can be skilled in the placement of dental implants?
Periodontist
Oral and maxillofacial surgeon
Prosthodontist
all of the above
99
The type of individual implant that is placed directly into the bone is
endosteal
periosteal
subperiosteal
supraperiosteal
100
A surgical chisel with a one-sided bevel edge is used to
remove bone
remove tissue
remove teeth
split teeth
101
What endodontic procedure is performed on a primary molar
Apicoectomy
Pulpectomy
Retrograde
Pulpotomy
102
Dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of the dental pulp and periradicular tissues is a(n)
Pulpitis
retrograde restoration
endodontist
Reversible pulpitis
103
________ is a disorder caused by a chromosomal defect
intrusion
extrusion
down syndrome
athetosis
104
The primary function of the surgical curette is to
retract tissue
scrape interior of the socket to remove tissue and/or initiate hemorrhage
remove the tooth from the socket
loosen the tooth in the socket
105
________ is inflammation of the dental pulp
perforation
pulpotomy
pulpitis
periradicular
106
Wearing a(n) mouth guard is recommended to a child playing certain sports to protect the dentition
False
True
107
The mental age refers to the age in terms of years and months
False
True
108
Which of the following materials are implants typically made of?
Porcelain fused to metal
Composite material
Stainless steel
Titanium
109
How would the dentist stabilize a tooth after an avulsion?
with wax
with sutures
with a temporary splint
with a thermoplastic resin tray
110
Cerebral palsy is a non-progressive neural disorder caused by ________
a chromosomal defect
an overdose
brain damage
a stroke
111
Fluoride varnish is applied as ________
a rinse
direct gel
an application intrays
an application in toothpaste
112
Home care for a dental implant should include
All of the options
floss
single-tufted toothbrushes
oral irrigators
113
Which extraoral radiographic image will the dentist use to evaluate a patient for implants?
all of the above
tomogram
pano radiograph
cephalometric radiograph
114
Dental implants are most often indicated when
the patient has very little income
the patient prefers a fixed option
the patient cannot manage good home care
the patient is in poor health
115
Endodontic treatment is not recommended when the
diagnosis is reversible pulpitis
tooth has severe periodontal involvement
patient has a medical condition that precludes any dental treatment
All of the options are correct
116
Pediatrics dental practices are often designed with an open bay concept, chairs are aligned in an open room
False
True
117
________ is a concept of layout used in pediatric dental practices
intellectual disability
neural
open bay
papoose board
118
________ means not living
Gutta-percha
indirect pulp cap
Percussion
Non-vital
119
Osseo means ________
implant
bone
tissue
stent
120
A(n) ____________ is the surgical removal of the apical portion of the root
obturation
apical curettage
hemisection
apicoectomy
121
If a scalpel is used, ____________ will be needed
a bone file
antibiotics
sutures
a curette
122
In the restoration of an indirect pulp cap, ____________ is placed first
etching
calcium hydroxide
zinc oxide–eugenol
bonding material
123
________ is a plastic type of filling material used in root canal therapy
Non-vital
Percussion
Gutta-percha
indirect pulp cap
124
A general dentist ______ legally able to perform endodontic treatment
is
is not
125
Another term for referring to the brain, nervous system, and nerve pathways is
open bay
intellectual disability
neural
papoose board
126
Written informed consent is required before implant treatment begins to advise the patient of
the nature of the implant
All of the options are correct
complications
surgical procedures
127
________ means after birth
postnatal
prenatal
128
Another name for Down's syndrome is _________
learning disorder
mentally challenged
cerebral palsy
trisomy 21
129
Who in the dental office is legally required to report child abuse?
dental assistant
dental hygienist
dentists
business assistant
130
What type of environment should be maintained during a surgical implant procedure?
clean
sterile
cold
aseptic
131
__ is an examination technique that involves tapping on the incisal or occlusal surface of a tooth to determine vitality
indirect pulp cap
Gutta-percha
Non-vital
Percussion
132
occurs when there is pulpal inflammation, but the pulp may be salvageable
endodontist
Reversible pulpitis
Pulpitis
retrograde restoration
133
The diagnosis of inflamed pulp tissues is ________
pulpectomy
pulpitis
abscess
pulpotomy
134
Patient who have ______ have a desire for sweets and often struggle with social interactions and communication
autism spectrum disorder
ADHD
cerebral palsy
Downs Syndrome
135
What specialist performs root canal therapy?
periodontist
endodontist
implantologist
Prosthodontist
136
When the dentist taps on a tooth, what diagnostic test is being performed?
palpation
heat
percussion
mobility
137
A(n) ________ is a type of confining device used to hold the hands, arms, and legs still
neural
papoose board
intellectual disability
open bay
138
A(n) ________ is a localized area of pus that originates from an infection
control tooth
abscess
Percussion
Apicoectomy
139
Describe the types of patients seen in a pediatric practice
Special needs children
Healthy adolescents
all of the above
Special needs adults
140
How is a surgical stent utilized for implant surgery?
To guide placement for the dentist in the initial placement
to assist in the healing process
to maintain the teeth in an upright position
to hold the tissue in place
141
Standard care established by American Dental Association (ADA) for endodontic treatment requires the use of __ during
antibiotics
a dental dam
nitrous oxide/oxygen anesthesia
local anesthesia
142
A rubber stop is placed on a file to ________
maintain the correct measurement of the canal
prevent perforation
identify the file
prevent and maintain
143
Use of endodontic microscope allows dentist to see details of the root canal system ___ times larger than the naked eye
10
75
25
50
144
When approaching a child who is nervous about a procedure, the dental assistant should ________ to put the child at ease
use “tell, show, do”
complete everything quickly
have the parent there
let the dentist complete everything
145
The removal of the coronal portion of the dental pulp is known as a technique called
pulpectomy
pulpotomy
direct pulp cap
indirect pulp cap
146
________ means before birth
prenatal
postnatal
147
A(n) ________ implant has a metal frame that is surgically placed under the periosteum of the maxilla or mandible
endosteal
all of the above
transosteal
subperiosteal
148
How long will a pediatric dentist continue his or her education after dental school?
4-5 years
2-3 years
1-2 years
3-4 years
149
When should children first see a dentist for regular examinations?
When they have teeth visible in both their maxilla and mandible
When they first start solid foods
When they say their first words
When their first tooth erupts
150
Which is not part of the implant comprehensive evaluation?
Psychological evaluation
Prophylaxis
Dental examination
Medical history
151
The dental material selected for a pulp cap is
zinc phosphate
amalgam
glass ionomer
calcium hydroxide
152
What instrument has tiny projections and is used to remove pulp tissue?
Pesso file
Broach
Reamer
File
153
How often are radiographs recommended to be taken in a child with a high risk of decay?
Once a year
Every six months
Monthly
Before each tooth is restored
154
________ is the process of introducing certain metals into a living bone to form a biocombatiable bond
stent
circumoral
implant
osseointegration
155
Postoperative patient instructions should be
provided to the caretaker or guardian
All of the options are correct
provided in writing
provided in writing
156
Tooth #5 is being considered for possible root canal therapy. Which tooth would be used as a control tooth?
#15
#9
#12
#6
157
At what stage of life does a child first want control and structure in his or her environment?
1-3 years of age
9-12 years of age
3-5 years of age
6-9 years of age
158
The function of the rongeur is to
loosen the tooth in the socket
trim the alveolar bone
debride the socket following an extraction
remove the tooth from the socket
159
________ is a disorder in which an individual's intelligence is underdeveloped
open bay
papoose board
intellectual disability
neural
160
A(n) ________ is a dental procedure in which the coronal portion of the dental pulp is removed
pulpotomy
pulpectomy
161
What is the time commitment for an implant procedure?
Approximately 1 year
Approximately 2 to 4 weeks
Approximately 6 to 8 weeks
Approximately 3 to 9 months
162
When sizing a stainless steel crown, it must
allow adequate space for cement
have both mesial and distal contact
fit snugly and has mesial and distal contact
fit snugly on the prepared tooth
163
What material is the dental implant generally fabricated from?
titanium
bone graft
stainless steel
enamel
164
The surgical reshaping of the alveolar ridge is known as a(n)
alveolitis
gingivectomy
pulpectomy
alveoplasty
165
Is pain a subjective or objective component of a diagnosis?
neither
both
subjective
objective
166
How many surgical procedures are usually required for an implant procedure?
Four
One
Two
Three
167
What component of the endosteal implant attaches to the artificial tooth or teeth?
Abutment post
Cylinder
Stent
a and b
168
Which of the following is a limitation in children who are mentally challenged?
Speech
speech and IQ
Physical ability
IQ
169
Which of the following is a device that can be used to gently restrain pediatric patients?
Frankl scale
T-band
Protective stabilization
Open bay
170
The term universal means that the forceps may be used
on any tooth
in both arches
on primary and permanent teeth
on either side of one arch
171
What type of matrix is used on primary teeth?
Tofflemire
Metal contoured
T-band
b and c
172
Plaque and calculus are easier to remove from implants than from natural teeth because ________
Implants have a smooth surface
implants have a rough surface
implants have a natural cleansing cover
implants have fluoride embedded in the teeth
173
During electronic pulp testing, the tip is never placed on
metal restorations
the gingiva
the enamel
gingiva and metal restorations
174
A subperiosteal implant is commonly recommended for a ________
mandibular full denture
maxillary anterior bridge
maxillary full denture
mandibular posterior crown
175
Type of implant that a metal framework is surgically inserted in the inferior border of the mandible is a(n) ___ implant
transosteal
all of the above
subperiosteal
endosteal
176
Which of the following is
not
an endosteal component?
Titanium implant
Abutment post
Titanium implant screw
Stent
177
A(n) __ a healthy tooth used as standard 2 compare questionable teeth of similar size and structure during pulp vitality
Percussion
control tooth
abscess
Apicoectomy
178
A(n) ____________ is double ended and used to remove excess gutta percha from the crown
endodontic spreader
Glick #1
Hedstrom file
endodontic spoon excavator
179
A transosteal implant is used primarily
when there are no other options
All of the options
None of the options
for patients with severely resorbed ridges
180
A tooth that has been torn away or dislodged by force is said to be ________
avulsed
cerebral palsy
chronologic age
autonomy
181
The common term for alveolitis is
gum disease
ulcer
dry socket
impaction
182
A surgical procedure in which the root canal is filled from the apex is a(n)
inverted
retrograde
apical
hemisection