DAC FINAL EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS

The presence loss of attachment indicates __________ rather than gingivitis. CORRECT ANSWER Periodontitis What is the periodontal classification for a patient who smokes 10 cigarettes a day and has lost 5 teeth to periodontitis? CORRECT ANSWER Class 4, Grade C A probing depth of more than ___ mm is associated with gingival disease. CORRECT ANSWER 4 What is the primary cause of periodontal disease? CORRECT ANSWER Bacterial plaque Which type of radiograph is best for determining the extent of crestal bone loss in a patient with periodontal disease? CORRECT ANSWER Vertical bite wing Tooth mobility is considered an early signs of periodontal disease: True/False? CORRECT ANSWER False Which procedure smooths the surface of a root by removing abnormal tooth tissue that is rough, contaminated, or permeated with calculus? CORRECT ANSWER Root planning What will a dentist use to restore a severely decayed and endodontically treated primary tooth? CORRECT ANSWER Stainless steel crown The ultrasonic scaler is used to remove ________ calculus and ________ calculus along with difficult stain. CORRECT ANSWER Supra-gingival & Sub-gingival Following a periodontal surgery, the patient should be instructed to rinse their mouth every 3 to 4 hours for the first day: True/False? CORRECT ANSWER False If the pulp of a newly erupted permanent tooth has been exposed, which procedure is indicated to promote healing of the pulp? CORRECT ANSWER Direct pulp cap with calcium hydroxide Which type of matrix is used to restore primary teeth where a proximal surface is missing? CORRECT ANSWER T-band Where is a stainless steel crown contoured? CORRECT ANSWER cervical margin