Question 1

The term for an opening pathway of the jaw that shifts in the midline and disappears later in the opening movement is:

Accepted Answer

A)  Deviation 
B)  Deflection 
C)  None of the above 
A)  Deviation 
B)  Deflection 
C)  None of the above

Question 2

Crepitus

Accepted Answer

A) Spasm in the masticatory muscles associated with a disturbance in the trigeminal nerve 
B) Grinding or gnashing of the teeth 
C) Grating noise in the TMJ 
D) Vibration or movement of a tooth when in function 
A) Spasm in the masticatory muscles associated with a disturbance in the trigeminal nerve 
B) Grinding or gnashing of the teeth 
C) Grating noise in the TMJ 
D) Vibration or movement of a tooth when in function

Question 3

The response of the teeth and periodontium to function can be affected by the:

Accepted Answer

A)  Size and shape of the roots only 
B)  Quantity and quality of the bone only 
C)  Quantity and quality of the bone, the microbiologic organisms of the plaque biofilm, and oral habits 
D)  Size and shape of the roots, the quantity and quality of the bone, the microbiologic organisms of the plaque biofilm, and oral habits 
A)  Size and shape of the roots only 
B)  Quantity and quality of the bone only 
C)  Quantity and quality of the bone, the microbiologic organisms of the plaque biofilm, and oral habits 
D)  Size and shape of the roots, the quantity and quality of the bone, the microbiologic organisms of the plaque biofilm, and oral habits

Question 4

Oral habits are repetitive:

Accepted Answer

A)  Home care routines 
B)  Normal masticatory activities 
C)  Masticatory activities resulting in traumatic occlusion 
D)  Masticatory activities outside the normal range of function 
A)  Home care routines 
B)  Normal masticatory activities 
C)  Masticatory activities resulting in traumatic occlusion 
D)  Masticatory activities outside the normal range of function

Question 5

TMJ disorders are a grouping of musculoskeletal conditions that produce pain or dysfunction in the masticatory system.A problem occurring with the TMJ is known as extracapsular.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE. 
A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE.

Question 6

Traumatic occlusion does not refer to malocclusion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The patient's sore jaw involves only the muscles of mastication and not the TMJ.The description of this condition would then be termed:

Accepted Answer

A)  Spasm 
B)  Arthralgia 
C)  Extracapsular 
D)  Intracapsular 
A)  Spasm 
B)  Arthralgia 
C)  Extracapsular 
D)  Intracapsular

Question 8

The etiologic attributes of TMJ disorders are multifactorial.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

After completing the initial history and examination for this patient,the dental hygienist should:

Accepted Answer

A)  Postpone the dental hygiene treatment. 
B)  Proceed with the dental hygiene treatment. 
C)  Proceed with caution and inform the patient of potential problems. 
D)  Refer the patient for a comprehensive evaluation before any dental hygiene or dental treatment is performed. 
A)  Postpone the dental hygiene treatment. 
B)  Proceed with the dental hygiene treatment. 
C)  Proceed with caution and inform the patient of potential problems. 
D)  Refer the patient for a comprehensive evaluation before any dental hygiene or dental treatment is performed.

Question 10

What percentage of the population has signs and symptoms of TMJ disorder?

Accepted Answer

A)  5% to 60% 
B)  10% to 50% 
C)  15% to 80% 
D)  15% to 90% 
A)  5% to 60% 
B)  10% to 50% 
C)  15% to 80% 
D)  15% to 90%

Question 11

The bone loss noted on this patient's radiographic images is probably related to what oral condition?

Accepted Answer

A)  Trismus 
B)  Myalgia 
C)  Occlusal trauma 
D)  Periodontal disease 
A)  Trismus 
B)  Myalgia 
C)  Occlusal trauma 
D)  Periodontal disease

Question 12

Occlusal trauma is not a factor in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A deviation of the mandible to the right on opening suggests:

Accepted Answer

A)  Crepitus 
B)  Clicking 
C)  Restriction of the left condyle 
D)  Restriction of the right condyle 
A)  Crepitus 
B)  Clicking 
C)  Restriction of the left condyle 
D)  Restriction of the right condyle

Question 14

The symptoms observed in this patient would lead the dental hygienist to consider a condition of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Malocclusion 
B)  Hyperfunction 
C)  Primary occlusal trauma 
D)  Secondary occlusal trauma 
A)  Malocclusion 
B)  Hyperfunction 
C)  Primary occlusal trauma 
D)  Secondary occlusal trauma

Question 15

The most frequently recommended approach for the treatment of a TMJ disorder is:

Accepted Answer

A)  Occlusal splint therapy 
B)  Pharmacologic therapy 
C)  Physical medicine therapy 
D)  Occlusal reduction therapy 
A)  Occlusal splint therapy 
B)  Pharmacologic therapy 
C)  Physical medicine therapy 
D)  Occlusal reduction therapy

Question 16

Occlusal interferences are supracontacts capable of injuring the periodontal tissues or complicating mandibular movement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The role of the dental hygienist in treating TMJ disorders is:

Accepted Answer

A)  To recognize, record, and refer 
B)  To classify, record, and treat 
C)  To recognize, record, and treat 
D)  None of the above 
A)  To recognize, record, and refer 
B)  To classify, record, and treat 
C)  To recognize, record, and treat 
D)  None of the above

Question 18

A facet is a tooth surface worn by tooth-to-tooth contact,resulting from only parafunctional causes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The area of occlusion and study of occlusal harmony have been surrounded with controversy and confusion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The term for an opening pathway of the jaw that shifts in the midline and disappears later in the opening movement is:

Crepitus

The response of the teeth and periodontium to function can be affected by the:

Oral habits are repetitive:

TMJ disorders are a grouping of musculoskeletal conditions that produce pain or dysfunction in the masticatory system.A problem occurring with the TMJ is known as extracapsular.

Traumatic occlusion does not refer to malocclusion.

The patient's sore jaw involves only the muscles of mastication and not the TMJ.The description of this condition would then be termed:

The etiologic attributes of TMJ disorders are multifactorial.

After completing the initial history and examination for this patient,the dental hygienist should:

What percentage of the population has signs and symptoms of TMJ disorder?

The bone loss noted on this patient's radiographic images is probably related to what oral condition?

Occlusal trauma is not a factor in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease.

A deviation of the mandible to the right on opening suggests:

The symptoms observed in this patient would lead the dental hygienist to consider a condition of:

The most frequently recommended approach for the treatment of a TMJ disorder is:

Occlusal interferences are supracontacts capable of injuring the periodontal tissues or complicating mandibular movement.

The role of the dental hygienist in treating TMJ disorders is:

A facet is a tooth surface worn by tooth-to-tooth contact,resulting from only parafunctional causes.

The area of occlusion and study of occlusal harmony have been surrounded with controversy and confusion.

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Epidemiology of Periodontal Diseases

Microbiology of Periodontal Diseases

Calculus and Other Disease-Associated Factors

Gingival Diseases

Periodontal Diseases

Clinical Assessment

Systemic Factors Influencing Periodontal Diseases

Treatment Planning for the Periodontal Patient

Plaque Biofilm and Disease Control for the Periodontal Patient

Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy

Periodontal Surgery

Dental Implants

Periodontal Emergencies

Periodontal Maintenance and Prevention

Prognosis and Results After Periodontal Therapy

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Exam 11: Occlusion and Temporomandibular Disorders

The term for an opening pathway of the jaw that shifts in the midline and disappears later in the opening movement is:

Crepitus

The response of the teeth and periodontium to function can be affected by the:

Oral habits are repetitive:

TMJ disorders are a grouping of musculoskeletal conditions that produce pain or dysfunction in the masticatory system.A problem occurring with the TMJ is known as extracapsular.

Traumatic occlusion does not refer to malocclusion.

The patient's sore jaw involves only the muscles of mastication and not the TMJ.The description of this condition would then be termed:

The etiologic attributes of TMJ disorders are multifactorial.

After completing the initial history and examination for this patient,the dental hygienist should:

What percentage of the population has signs and symptoms of TMJ disorder?

The bone loss noted on this patient's radiographic images is probably related to what oral condition?

Occlusal trauma is not a factor in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease.

A deviation of the mandible to the right on opening suggests:

The symptoms observed in this patient would lead the dental hygienist to consider a condition of:

The most frequently recommended approach for the treatment of a TMJ disorder is:

Occlusal interferences are supracontacts capable of injuring the periodontal tissues or complicating mandibular movement.

The role of the dental hygienist in treating TMJ disorders is:

A facet is a tooth surface worn by tooth-to-tooth contact,resulting from only parafunctional causes.

The area of occlusion and study of occlusal harmony have been surrounded with controversy and confusion.

Historical Perspectives on Dental Hygiene and Periodontology

Periodontium: Anatomic Characteristics and Host Response

Epidemiology of Periodontal Diseases

Microbiology of Periodontal Diseases

Calculus and Other Disease-Associated Factors

Gingival Diseases

Periodontal Diseases

Clinical Assessment

Systemic Factors Influencing Periodontal Diseases

Treatment Planning for the Periodontal Patient

Plaque Biofilm and Disease Control for the Periodontal Patient

Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy

Periodontal Surgery

Dental Implants

Periodontal Emergencies

Periodontal Maintenance and Prevention

Prognosis and Results After Periodontal Therapy

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