Non-Carious Lesions in Dentistry
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What is the primary focus of non-carious lesions affecting the hard tooth structure?

  • Tooth development and eruption
  • Caries prevention
  • Tooth wear and esthetic problems (correct)
  • Tooth restoration and repair
  • What is the result of ameloblast damage in enamel hypoplasia?

  • Complete lack of enamel formation
  • Hypomineralized enamel with increased sensitivity
  • Over-mineralization of enamel
  • Hypoplastic enamel with normal hardness (correct)
  • What is the characteristic of hypomineralized enamel in enamel hypoplasia?

  • Opaque, chalky white softened enamel (correct)
  • Thick, yellowish enamel with increased sensitivity
  • Pitted, thin enamel of normal hardness
  • Transparent, glass-like enamel
  • What is the typical presentation of amelogenesis imperfecta?

    <p>Thin, yellowish teeth or granular pitted stained thin enamel (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary issue in the clinical examination of the 4-5 year old patient with amelogenesis imperfecta?

    <p>Pain during brushing and hot and cold sensitivity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of non-carious lesions can be inherited?

    <p>Hereditary non-carious lesions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of treatment for children with Dentinogenesis Imperfecta?

    <p>To preserve vitality, structure, and size of the dentition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the roots of teeth in Dentinogenesis Imperfecta?

    <p>Short and bulbous (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical color of the dentin in Dentinogenesis Imperfecta?

    <p>Opalescent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical feature of the enamel in Dentinogenesis Imperfecta?

    <p>Yellow to brown and easily chipping (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical feature of the pulp chamber and root canals in Dentinogenesis Imperfecta?

    <p>Partial or complete obliteration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical orthodontic problem associated with Hypodontia (Oligodontia)?

    <p>Deep overbite (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal when treating traumatic injuries in immature permanent teeth?

    <p>To preserve pulpal vitality and ensure continuous root development (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of intrinsic dental fluorosis?

    <p>Excessive fluoride intake (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common type of tooth wear?

    <p>Attrition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for surface loss of dental hard tissues caused by factors other than caries or trauma?

    <p>Tooth wear (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of extrinsic tooth discoloration?

    <p>Food and drinks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the sudden and unexpected injuries that may involve hard dental tissues and the pulp?

    <p>Traumatic injuries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of abfraction?

    <p>Parafunction (bruxism, clenching, traumatic occlusion) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common location of erosion on teeth?

    <p>Palatal surface (anterior) and buccal surface (posterior) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the loss of tooth material by mechanical wear on contacting surfaces?

    <p>Attrition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Tooth Wear Index for Assessment of Risk?

    <p>To evaluate and follow-up risk factors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the treatment modality for abrasion?

    <p>Use a horizontal toothbrushing technique (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common shape of the lesion in abrasion?

    <p>Dish-shaped (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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