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What term is used to describe the condition of having too many teeth?

  • Hyperdontia (correct)
  • Oligodontia
  • Anodontia
  • Hypodontia
  • Which condition involves the presence of supernumerary teeth most commonly found between central incisors?

  • Dens evagination
  • Mesiodens (correct)
  • Macrodontia
  • Concrescence
  • Which condition is characterized by the complete absence of teeth?

  • Hyperdontia
  • Hypodontia
  • Oligodontia
  • Anodontia (correct)
  • What is the most common disease associated with supernumerary teeth that involves a significant risk of malignancy?

    <p>Gardner’s syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition describes teeth that are larger than normal?

    <p>Macrodontia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the positional anomaly where a tooth is embedded in the jaw and fails to erupt?

    <p>Impaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gemination is a dental anomaly that primarily affects which aspect of teeth?

    <p>Morphology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used for the condition of missing one or several teeth?

    <p>Oligodontia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of prolonged infection in dental structures?

    <p>Sclerotic bone formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by the widening of the periapical space due to trauma or caries?

    <p>Apical periodontitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does inflammatory periosteal bone reaction typically indicate?

    <p>Infection has reached the periosteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of osteitis is characterized by surrounding bone that is more radiopaque?

    <p>Sclerosing osteitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is likely to occur if an infection spreads from the marrow bone to the cortical bone?

    <p>Development of osteomyelitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do pluripotent cells in the periosteum have during an infection?

    <p>They form new layers of bone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the inflammatory condition affecting bone, often due to infection?

    <p>Osteitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected radiographic finding in rarefying osteitis?

    <p>Radiolucency around the periapical region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of gemination?

    <p>Normal number of teeth when counted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dental anomaly is associated with Down syndrome?

    <p>Taurodontism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines ankylosis in dental terms?

    <p>Fusion of a tooth to bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature distinguishes dens invaginatus?

    <p>Folding inward of the enamel organ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of teeth is most commonly affected by impaction?

    <p>Canines and molars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What alteration is seen with Turner’s hypoplasia?

    <p>Localized enamel defects in a few teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is characteristic of dentinogenesis imperfecta?

    <p>Smooth DEJ and bulbous crowns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is characterized by a tooth that appears submerged?

    <p>Ankylosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition features small globules of enamel usually on molar roots?

    <p>Enamel pearl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dental anomaly involves two teeth that are fused at the roots?

    <p>Concrescence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the genetic trait associated with dentin dysplasia type I?

    <p>Short, conical roots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true regarding ectopia in dental contexts?

    <p>Involves abnormal positioning of a tooth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dental condition is characterized by the folding outward of the enamel organ?

    <p>Den evaginatus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What findings indicate regional odontodysplasia?

    <p>Very large pulp chambers and thin enamel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the periosteum?

    <p>To line air cavities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when the tooth responds within a certain threshold value?

    <p>It is vital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the inflammatory periosteal bone reaction known as periostitis?

    <p>It involves new layers of bone formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of infection spreading to the maxillary sinus?

    <p>It causes odontogenic sinusitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cells can the inner osteogenic layer of the periosteum produce under the right conditions?

    <p>Osteoblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a parulis?

    <p>An abscess associated with the periosteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Sharpey’s fibers in the periosteum?

    <p>To anchor the periosteum to bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the presence of onion ring-like formations indicate?

    <p>New layers of cortical bone are forming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the outer fibrous layer of the periosteum?

    <p>Is osteogenic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the gap between layers of bone in periostitis if the infection continues?

    <p>It is filled by more bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What begins as a triangle with its broad base at the tooth surface in proximal caries?

    <p>Initial enamel demineralization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common clinical feature of occlusal caries?

    <p>Demineralization in pits and fissures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of caries is characterized by rapidly progressing destruction of teeth, especially in certain populations?

    <p>Rampant caries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can caries associated with restorations be typically differentiated?

    <p>By identifying residual caries near the pulp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition involves both cementum and dentin and is commonly associated with gingival recession?

    <p>Root caries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phenomenon can mimic proximal caries in radiographic images?

    <p>Cervical burnout</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect, seen in radiographs, exaggerates the contrast in shades of gray and can be confused with actual caries?

    <p>Mach band effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key distinctions of proximal caries in relation to the gingival margin?

    <p>Begins above the free gingival margin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is a major risk factor for developing rampant caries in adults?

    <p>Xerostomia due to systemic disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the presence of a radiolucent area beneath a fissure most likely indicate?

    <p>Occlusal caries development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to the stimulation of the periosteum layer at the floor of the sinus?

    <p>Periostitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a dentist differentiate between a mental foramen and rarefying osteitis?

    <p>Presence of intact lamina dura</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size threshold for a cyst when comparing it to an enlarged nasopalatine foramen?

    <p>More than 10 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a dense bone island on a radiograph?

    <p>Well-defined and uniformly radiopaque</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What clinical feature is associated with periapical cemento-osseous dysplasia?

    <p>Localized metabolization changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a case of odontogenic sinusitis, what is the primary underlying cause?

    <p>Infected dental pulp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the floor of the maxillary sinus as it continues to pneumatize?

    <p>It dips and expands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a vitality test help determine when assessing periapical lesions?

    <p>Dental pulp vitality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the clinical pattern of a healing periapical scar tissue after endodontic treatment?

    <p>Radiolucent with a spoke-like pattern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature of condensing osteitis compared to dense bone islands?

    <p>Ill-defined outline and root resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the SLOB technique when assessing periapical lesions?

    <p>Assists in locating the mental foramen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the lamina dura play in differentiating between lesions?

    <p>Shows integrity of periodontal structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT a characteristic of a dense bone island?

    <p>Presence of a radiolucent rim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary indication of an enlarged nasopalatine foramen versus a cyst?

    <p>Size consistency over the years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a condition characterized by the absence of six teeth in one arch?

    <p>Anodontia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dental anomaly is characterized by the presence of two teeth that are fused together?

    <p>Fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is most commonly associated with the growth of supernumerary teeth?

    <p>Cleidocranial dysplasia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is taurodontism?

    <p>Condition where the pulp chamber is elongated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dental condition specifically indicates a tooth's position being incorrect?

    <p>Ectopia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the early stage of periapical cemento-osseous dysplasia?

    <p>Fibrous tissue replacing normal bone, appearing radiolucent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of periapical cemento-osseous dysplasia features a radiopaque center within a radiolucent area?

    <p>Mixed stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the mature stage of periapical cemento-osseous dysplasia, what is the radiographic appearance?

    <p>Completely radiopaque with a thin radiolucent rim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action if the vitality test indicates a vital tooth in periapical cemento-osseous dysplasia during the mixed stage?

    <p>Wait a few months to monitor for progression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic distinguishes a mature cemento-osseous dysplasia lesion from a cementoblastoma?

    <p>Total radiopacity with a thin radiolucent ring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines attrition in dental terms?

    <p>Physiological wearing of teeth from occlusal contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is often observed in tooth abrasion from toothbrush injury?

    <p>Well-defined semicircular radiolucencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is a primary cause of dental erosion?

    <p>Contact with acidic substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes external resorption from internal resorption in dental terms?

    <p>Internal resorption is caused by localized inflammatory lesions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hypercementosis characterized by?

    <p>Deposition of cementum on tooth root surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature is most commonly associated with internal tooth resorption?

    <p>Enlarged root canal system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an effect of attrition on tooth structure?

    <p>Widening of the periodontal ligament space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hypoplasia refer to?

    <p>Underdevelopment of an organ or tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What radiographic feature is indicative of dental floss injury?

    <p>Narrow semilunar radiolucency in interproximal area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition leads to the development of pulp stones?

    <p>Localized calcification in the pulp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common consequence of excessive wear from attrition?

    <p>Reduction of pulp chamber size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines hypertrophy in dental terms?

    <p>Enlargement due to increased cell size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most characteristic feature of external cervical resorption?

    <p>Short, blunted root</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is an example of nonodontogenic anomalies?

    <p>Cleft palate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What indicates that a tooth's vitality is retained based on the response of the tooth?

    <p>The tooth responds within a specific value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the osteogenic layer of the periosteum play under favorable conditions?

    <p>It produces osteoblasts leading to new bone formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of parulis in relation to infection?

    <p>It represents an extension of periosteal infection to the gingiva</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the layers of bone in periostitis as the infection progresses?

    <p>More bone fills the gap between layers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition occurs when infection spreads into the maxillary sinus?

    <p>Odontogenic sinusitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the likely radiographic finding associated with periostitis?

    <p>Onion ring-like formations of new bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is characterized by the fusion of teeth by cementum?

    <p>Concrescence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition involves the sudden change in direction of the root of a tooth?

    <p>Dilaceration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the structure of the periosteum?

    <p>Two layers, one osteogenic and one fibrous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the inflammatory periosteal bone reaction?

    <p>Bacterial infections spreading to the periosteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common condition associated with the abnormal position of teeth or follicle?

    <p>Ectopia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dental anomaly is characterized by the appearance of a tooth within a tooth?

    <p>Dens in dente</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might a significant inflammatory reaction in the periosteum lead to in the maxillary region?

    <p>Formation of a dental abscess</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is linked with cleft palate syndrome and appears as an accessory cusp on incisors?

    <p>Talon cusp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Sharpey's fibers in the periosteum?

    <p>To anchor the periosteum to the bone surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes a dental condition involving the presence of a single enlarged or partially divided pulp chamber?

    <p>Gemination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dental anomaly is characterized by two pulp chambers and fused dentin?

    <p>Fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes hypomaturation type of amelogenesis imperfecta?

    <p>Weak enamel crystals that flake away</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term taurodontism refer to in dental morphology?

    <p>Molars shaped like a bull with large pulp chambers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines regional odontodysplasia?

    <p>Thin enamel and large pulp chambers in a localized area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common consequence of dentin dysplasia type I?

    <p>Rootless teeth with short, conical roots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary feature of Hutchinson's teeth observed in congenital syphilis?

    <p>Constricted shape at the incisal with extra cusps on posterior teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of amelogenesis imperfecta in dental anomalies?

    <p>Defective formation of enamel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic radiographic feature that indicates mental foramen rather than a periapical lesion?

    <p>Intact lamina dura</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is likely to be indicated by a lesion larger than 10mm on a radiograph?

    <p>Cyst</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of dense bone island compared to sclerotic osteitis?

    <p>Localized growth of compact bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the lamina dura in the presence of an infection?

    <p>It is likely to break down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about periapical cemento-osseous dysplasia is true?

    <p>It can result in replacement with fibrous tissue and amorphous bone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key factor distinguishes an enlarged nasopalatine foramen from a cyst?

    <p>Size remaining consistent over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a dentist differentiate between a nasopalatine duct cyst and an enlarged nasopalatine foramen?

    <p>By performing a vitality test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone change is associated with the formation of periapical scar tissue?

    <p>Replacement of bone with dense fibrous tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic helps differentiate cementoblastoma from a dense bone island?

    <p>Occurrence of root resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is commonly misdiagnosed as a periapical lesion due to its location?

    <p>Maxillary sinus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a typical radiographic feature of condensing osteitis?

    <p>Well-defined radiopaque area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true regarding the maxillary sinus pneumatization?

    <p>It can expand over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of a dense bone island when viewed radiographically?

    <p>Uniform radiopaque density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of a smaller field of view (FOV) on image quality and patient dose?

    <p>It increases image quality and reduces patient dose.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the detector size of Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) impact image quality?

    <p>A larger detector leads to more scatter radiation and decreased image quality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the voxel size and shape in CBCT from that in conventional CT?

    <p>CBCT has isotropic voxels while CT has non-isotropic voxels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between bit depth and image quality in dental imaging?

    <p>Inadequate bit depth can result in reduced image quality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about image noise and scattering in CBCT and CT is correct?

    <p>CT reduces scatter radiation by rotating around the patient multiple times.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason protons move from a low energy state to a high energy state in MRI?

    <p>They are released by radiofrequency coils.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    T1-weighted MRI images are typically used to emphasize which of the following?

    <p>Fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about MRI contraindications is true?

    <p>Patients with cardiac pacemakers should avoid MRI.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates T2-weighted MRI images from T1-weighted images?

    <p>T2 highlights fluids, while T1 highlights fat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which application of MRI is NOT typically associated with dentistry?

    <p>Assess cranial nerve involvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be considered a relative contraindication for an MRI?

    <p>History of claustrophobia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lesions can MRI effectively evaluate within the orofacial region?

    <p>Vascular lesions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are metals used in dental restorations typically considered safe for MRI?

    <p>They do not affect imaging results significantly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of imaging modality is primarily used for visualizing soft tissues?

    <p>Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one major limitation of using 2D imaging in dental settings?

    <p>Difficulty distinguishing between different structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the rotation difference between CT and CBCT affect the imaging process?

    <p>CT completes one slice with one revolution while CBCT can do multiple slices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of conditions is an indication for utilizing 3D imaging?

    <p>Benign intraosseous cysts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What shape is the imaging beam used in cone beam computed tomography (CBCT)?

    <p>Cone-shaped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of imaging accuracy does voxel size in CBCT significantly improve?

    <p>Geometric fidelity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key benefit of using CBCT over traditional CT imaging?

    <p>Lower radiation dose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following situations would NOT typically require the use of CBCT?

    <p>Tomography of soft tissue tumors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which imaging modality was invented first in 1972?

    <p>Computed tomography (CT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary application of cone beam computed tomography in dentistry?

    <p>Planning implants and assessing bone structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one significant difference in image reconstruction between standard CT and CBCT?

    <p>CBCT requires multiple rotations for image collection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of higher bit depth on image quality in CBCT?

    <p>Improves contrast resolution and image quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which imaging method is specifically noted for evaluating true lesion extension?

    <p>Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what scenario would a sagittal view of dental imaging be crucial?

    <p>Visualizing anterior-posterior positioning of teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of detector shape in 3D imaging generally provides better image quality?

    <p>Cylindrical volume detector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can infections such as osteomyelitis be effectively evaluated using imaging?

    <p>Applying cone beam computed tomography (CBCT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does increasing mA affect image quality in 3D imaging?

    <p>It leads to better signal-to-noise ratio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant disadvantage of using higher KVP in imaging?

    <p>Increased radiation dose to the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is typically NOT an application for CBCT?

    <p>Caries detection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of artifacts can occur due to metal restorations in MRIs?

    <p>Cupping artifacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary benefit of using MRI over traditional X-rays?

    <p>Excellent soft tissue contrast resolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about electromagnetic radiation is correct?

    <p>Ionizing radiation can create free radicals in the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary uses of intravenous contrast in MRI?

    <p>Enhancing vascular structures visibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of MRI allows for the generation of detailed images?

    <p>Alignment of hydrogen protons in magnetic fields</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common limitation of CBCT images?

    <p>Limited visualization of soft tissue lesions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a lower energy state for protons in MRI?

    <p>To align protons more effectively in the magnetic field</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which imaging modality uses x-rays to generate images?

    <p>CBCT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Dental and Developmental Anomalies

    • Anomalies are deviations from the normal, either by heredity or environmental influences. They can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired (develop after birth).

    • Number of teeth anomalies include:

      • Hyperdontia/Supernumerary teeth: More teeth than usual; extra teeth. Premolars are the most common extra teeth, and are often found in the mandible.
      • Mesiodens: A common type of supernumerary tooth, typically located between the central incisors.
      • Hypodontia: Fewer teeth than usual.
      • Oligodontia: Missing multiple teeth.
      • Anodontia: Complete absence of teeth.
    • Size of teeth anomalies include:

      • Macrodontia: Teeth larger than normal.
      • Microdontia: Teeth smaller than normal.
    • Eruption or position of teeth anomalies include:

      • Impaction: Tooth remains embedded in the jawbone, preventing eruption.
      • Transposition: Teeth switch places with another in the dental arch.
      • Ankylosis: Tooth fuses to the jawbone.
      • Ectopia: Tooth erupts in an abnormal position.
    • Morphology (Form) of teeth anomalies include:

      • Gemination: A single tooth bud divides inadequately, resulting in two fused teeth.
      • Twinning: A tooth bud divides completely, creating two separate but fused teeth.
      • Fusion: Two or more tooth buds fuse together to form a single tooth.
      • Concrescence: Two or more teeth fuse together only through their cementum.
      • Taurodontism: A tooth with an unusually elongated pulp chamber.
      • Dens invagination: An invagination of the tooth enamel.
      • Dens evagination: An outward folding of the enamel organ
      • Dilaceration: A bend or curve in the root of a tooth, mostly due to injury.

    Congenital Anomalies

    • A condition present at birth, potentially from genetic or environmental factors.

    Acquired Anomalies

    • Not present at birth, developing after birth. They may be due to environmental causes.

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