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Calculus ____________ be removed by brushing and other plaque control methods.
Calculus ____________ be removed by brushing and other plaque control methods.
What is the primary cause of gingivitis and most forms of periodontal disease?
What is the primary cause of gingivitis and most forms of periodontal disease?
The term for structures that surround, support, and are attached to the teeth is called the:
The term for structures that surround, support, and are attached to the teeth is called the:
Which of the following is NOT a known risk factor for periodontal disease?
Which of the following is NOT a known risk factor for periodontal disease?
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Which factors are implicated in causing periodontal diseases?
Which factors are implicated in causing periodontal diseases?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gingivitis?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gingivitis?
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What condition is described by sudden onset of pain, crater-shaped interdental papillae, bleeding, and a foul odor?
What condition is described by sudden onset of pain, crater-shaped interdental papillae, bleeding, and a foul odor?
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Which part of the periodontium is the outermost structure?
Which part of the periodontium is the outermost structure?
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What is a common sign or symptom of periodontal disease?
What is a common sign or symptom of periodontal disease?
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Which tooth structure is considered a part of the periodontium?
Which tooth structure is considered a part of the periodontium?
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Approximately what percentage of the adult U.S. population have some form of periodontal disease?
Approximately what percentage of the adult U.S. population have some form of periodontal disease?
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Are periodontal diseases considered infectious diseases?
Are periodontal diseases considered infectious diseases?
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A healthy gingiva is generally characterized by all EXCEPT:
A healthy gingiva is generally characterized by all EXCEPT:
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Is improved daily oral hygiene effective in reversing gingivitis?
Is improved daily oral hygiene effective in reversing gingivitis?
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Do all forms of periodontal diseases relate to changes in bacteria types in the oral cavity?
Do all forms of periodontal diseases relate to changes in bacteria types in the oral cavity?
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What statement is true regarding gingivitis and its treatment?
What statement is true regarding gingivitis and its treatment?
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Which substances found in saliva aid in the remineralization process?
Which substances found in saliva aid in the remineralization process?
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What is the term for the loss of minerals from the tooth surface?
What is the term for the loss of minerals from the tooth surface?
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Which type of caries develops rapidly and affects multiple teeth?
Which type of caries develops rapidly and affects multiple teeth?
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Which bacteria are primarily responsible for dental caries?
Which bacteria are primarily responsible for dental caries?
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What is the most highly mineralized tissue in the body?
What is the most highly mineralized tissue in the body?
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What is the earliest stage of dental caries?
What is the earliest stage of dental caries?
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Which statement is true about dental caries?
Which statement is true about dental caries?
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What term refers to dental caries occurring adjacent to existing restorations?
What term refers to dental caries occurring adjacent to existing restorations?
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Is it legal for the expanded-functions dental assistant to apply etchant and place bonding material in all states?
Is it legal for the expanded-functions dental assistant to apply etchant and place bonding material in all states?
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Which cement is the least irritating to the pulp and also versatile?
Which cement is the least irritating to the pulp and also versatile?
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What type of dental cement is specifically used as an adhesive for permanent indirect restorations?
What type of dental cement is specifically used as an adhesive for permanent indirect restorations?
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When should temporary cements be utilized?
When should temporary cements be utilized?
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Which of the following statements is true about zinc phosphate cement?
Which of the following statements is true about zinc phosphate cement?
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What happens if there is a delay between mixing a luting material and placing the indirect restoration?
What happens if there is a delay between mixing a luting material and placing the indirect restoration?
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Which type of cement is intended for short-term use as a direct restoration?
Which type of cement is intended for short-term use as a direct restoration?
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Which cement is NOT considered ideal for minimal irritation to pulp tissue?
Which cement is NOT considered ideal for minimal irritation to pulp tissue?
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What is one of the primary benefits of using glass ionomer in premeasured capsules?
What is one of the primary benefits of using glass ionomer in premeasured capsules?
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Which type of zinc oxide-eugenol cement is primarily used for cementing provisional coverage?
Which type of zinc oxide-eugenol cement is primarily used for cementing provisional coverage?
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Which of the following methods is inappropriate for removing excess cement from an indirect restoration?
Which of the following methods is inappropriate for removing excess cement from an indirect restoration?
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What is the proper duration for etching enamel and dentin in preparation for a composite restoration?
What is the proper duration for etching enamel and dentin in preparation for a composite restoration?
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What should be done to the interior of a porcelain crown before cementation?
What should be done to the interior of a porcelain crown before cementation?
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Which statement regarding the preparation of a composite restoration is incorrect?
Which statement regarding the preparation of a composite restoration is incorrect?
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How long should enamel and dentin be rinsed to remove etch material?
How long should enamel and dentin be rinsed to remove etch material?
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What characteristic defines Type II zinc oxide-eugenol cement?
What characteristic defines Type II zinc oxide-eugenol cement?
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Which statement incorrectly describes how to minimize water loss while working with dental cements?
Which statement incorrectly describes how to minimize water loss while working with dental cements?
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What step should you NOT follow before dispensing cement powder?
What step should you NOT follow before dispensing cement powder?
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Which type of cement is effective in inhibiting recurrent decay?
Which type of cement is effective in inhibiting recurrent decay?
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How can the working time of glass ionomer cement be effectively increased?
How can the working time of glass ionomer cement be effectively increased?
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Which factor is NOT considered an advantage of using glass ionomer in premeasured capsules?
Which factor is NOT considered an advantage of using glass ionomer in premeasured capsules?
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Which practice is best for ensuring accuracy when dispensing cement powder?
Which practice is best for ensuring accuracy when dispensing cement powder?
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What is a primary characteristic of glass ionomer cement regarding fluoride?
What is a primary characteristic of glass ionomer cement regarding fluoride?
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When is it ideal to dispense the liquid for dental cement mixing?
When is it ideal to dispense the liquid for dental cement mixing?
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Study Notes
Calculus Removal
- Calculus can be removed by brushing and other plaque control methods.
Primary Cause of Periodontal Disease
- The primary cause of gingivitis and most forms of periodontal disease is biofilm.
Periodontal Structures
- Structures surrounding, supporting, and attached to teeth are called the periodontium.
Periodontal Diseases
- Plaques, malocclusions, and systemic causes are implicated in periodontal diseases.
Gingivitis Characteristics
- Gingivitis is characterized by redness, swelling, and a tendency for the gingiva to bleed easily.
- Loss of bone is not a characteristic of gingivitis.
Periodontal Disease Signs and Symptoms
- Bleeding gingiva while brushing or flossing
- Loose or separating teeth
- Pain or pressure when chewing
- Pus around the teeth or gingiva
Tooth Structure of Periodontium
- Cementum is a tooth structure considered a part of the periodontium.
Healthy Gingiva Description
- Healthy gingiva is characterized by uniformly pale pink color, firm, and resilient.
- Generalized dark brown pigmentation is not a characteristic of healthy gingiva.
Healthy Gingival Sulcus Probing Depth
- The probing depth of a healthy gingival sulcus is 0 to 4 mm from the cementoenamel junction.
Bright Red Bleeding Gingiva
- Bright red gingiva that bleeds on probing is a description of gingival inflammation.
Periodontal Disease Risk Factors
- Smoking and diabetes are risk factors for periodontal disease.
- Fibromyalgia is not a known risk factor for periodontal disease.
Necrotizing Periodontal Disease
- A gingival infection characterized by sudden onset of pain, crater-shaped interdental papillae, bleeding, and a foul odor is a description of necrotizing periodontal disease.
Outermost Periodontium Structure
- Gingiva is the outermost structure of the periodontium.
Periodontal Disease and Tooth Loss
- Periodontal diseases are infectious diseases and are the leading cause of tooth loss in adults (True).
Improving Gingivitis
- Improved daily oral hygiene practices will reverse gingivitis (True).
Periodontal Disease and Bacteria
- All forms of periodontal diseases are related to changes in the types of bacteria in the oral cavity (True).
Early-Onset Periodontitis
- Localized and generalized are two general types of early-onset periodontitis. (True)
Reversibility of Gingivitis
- Gingivitis is curable, and improved brushing and flossing is effective in reversing gingivitis. (True)
Periodontal Disease and Coronary Heart Disease
- Patients with periodontal disease have a higher incidence of coronary heart disease. (True).
CAMBRA
- CAMBRA is an evidence-based strategy for preventing and treating dental caries.
Remineralization
- Loss of minerals from the tooth surface is demineralization.
- Factors like calcium, fluoride, and phosphate help in remineralization
Cariogenic Decay
- Decay that spreads quickly and widely is rampant caries.
Bacteria in Dental Caries
- Mutans streptococci and Lactobacilli are primarily responsible for dental caries (both A and B).
Highly Mineralized Tissue
- Enamel is the most highly mineralized tissue in the body. Enamel is harder compared to bone.
Earliest Caries Stage
- The earliest stage of dental caries is incipient caries.
Dental Caries Classification
- Dental caries are classified as a communicable, and infectious disease, and a disease found in children.
Colonies of Bacteria
- Colonies of bacteria embedded in an adhesive layer are called Plaque.
Early Childhood Caries
- Early childhood caries is preventable, transmissible, and more common among children with special needs.
Recurrent Decay Area
- The term for dental caries that occurs under or adjacent to existing restorations is recurrent.
Prevention of Dental Caries
- Prevention of dental caries includes fluoride use, antimicrobial oral rinse, decreasing fermentable carbohydrates in the diet, and increasing salivary flow. Factors that prevent decay are all of the options.
Bacteria and Dental Caries
- The risk of developing dental caries increases as the number of caries-causing bacteria in the mouth increases (True).
Infant Saliva and Bacteria
- Saliva, most commonly from the mother to the infant, transmits mutans streptococci. (True).
Essential Nutrients for Tissues
- Proteins make new cells and rebuild body tissues.
Nutrients and Energy
- Empty calories provide only energy.
Sticky Sugary Refined Products
- Sticky sugary refined products are more likely to cause caries compared to complex carbohydrates
Tooth Erosion
- Tooth erosion is often seen in patients with a history of bulimia, habits like thumb sucking, and cleft palates.
Oral Manifestations of Bulimia
- Oral manifestations of bulimia include decalcification of enamel and increased dental caries amongst other issues affecting health of periodontal tissues.
Cholesterol Limit
- The recommendation is that cholesterol should be limited to less than 250 mg/day.
Food Pyramid Lowest Level
- Grains are located at the bottom of the food pyramid.
Antioxidants and Artery Health
- Vitamins C and E help prevent cholesterol from oxidizing, thereby protecting the arteries.
Dietary Fiber
- Dietary fiber is also called roughage.
Cariogenic Foods
- Raisins, crackers, and soft drinks are considered cariogenic foods.
Protein Compounds
- Amino acids are compounds in proteins used by the body to build and repair tissues.
Dental Assistant Nutritional Counseling
- Counsel patients on preventing tooth decay, orthodontic appliance food choices, and post-surgical food choices.
Major Nutrients
- Minerals, vitamins, fats, proteins, and carbohydrates are major nutrients.
Well-Balanced Amino Acid Mixture
- A balanced mixture of all eight essential amino acids is a complete protein.
Deficiency Symptoms
- Swollen and bleeding gums, slow wound healing, fatigue, depression, and poor digestion can occur due to vitamin deficiencies, such as vitamin C.
Avoiding Dental Tissue Damage
- Dentin and enamel should not be dried completely, but should be blotted to avoid desiccation.
Porcelain Crown Preparation
- Porcelain crowns should be roughened using air abrasion, cleaned with pumice, and moistened before cementation.
Polycarboxylate Cement Appearance
- Polycarboxylate cement, when mixed correctly, appears glossy.
Zinc Phosphate Cement Mixing
- Zinc phosphate cement must be mixed on a cool glass slab and spatulated over a wide area to dissipate the heat.
Cement Consistency for Zinc Phosphate Cement
- The correct consistency of zinc phosphate cement for setting and forming a ball is to display a stringy appearance and break approximately one inch from the slab.
Acidic Cement
- Zinc phosphate cement is the most acidic and irritating cement to the pulp.
Zinc Phosphate Cement Liner
- Zinc phosphate cement, when used as a base, requires a liner first, to protect from irritation to the pulp.
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Test your knowledge on periodontal diseases, gingivitis, and the structures surrounding teeth. This quiz covers causes, symptoms, and risk factors associated with periodontal disorders. Challenge yourself and see how much you really know about oral health!
