Question 1

All of the following are considered to be benefits of an implant-supported overdenture EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  Maintenance of bone height 
B)  Improved retention 
C)  Decreased occlusal forces 
D)  Maintenance of bone density 
A)  Maintenance of bone height 
B)  Improved retention 
C)  Decreased occlusal forces 
D)  Maintenance of bone density C

Question 2

Which of the following household products might corrode partial denture metal?

Accepted Answer

A)  Alkaline peroxide 
B)  Sodium hypochlorite 
C)  Vinegar 
D)  Both A and B 
E)  All of the above 
A)  Alkaline peroxide 
B)  Sodium hypochlorite 
C)  Vinegar 
D)  Both A and B 
E)  All of the above E

Question 3

Patients with removable partial or complete dentures should use the following methods for routine homecare of their prostheses EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  Remove and soak the prosthesis in water while sleeping. 
B)  Use a mild soap to clean the prosthesis. 
C)  Rinse and brush the prosthesis with toothpaste. 
D)  Soak in a dilute sodium hypochlorite solution for 15 minutes. 
A)  Remove and soak the prosthesis in water while sleeping. 
B)  Use a mild soap to clean the prosthesis. 
C)  Rinse and brush the prosthesis with toothpaste. 
D)  Soak in a dilute sodium hypochlorite solution for 15 minutes. C

Question 4

The inflammation of the underlying soft tissues that occurs as a result of mechanical,chemical,thermal,bacterial,viral,and allergic stimuli is known by which broad term?

Accepted Answer

A)  Xerostomic ulcers 
B)  Aphthous ulcers 
C)  Denture stomatitis 
D)  Candidiasis 
A)  Xerostomic ulcers 
B)  Aphthous ulcers 
C)  Denture stomatitis 
D)  Candidiasis

Question 5

All of the following are complications of poorly fitting,damaged,or unhygienic prostheses EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  Xerostomia 
B)  Erythemia 
C)  Edema 
D)  Ulceration 
E)  Hyperplasia 
A)  Xerostomia 
B)  Erythemia 
C)  Edema 
D)  Ulceration 
E)  Hyperplasia

Question 6

The most commonly placed implant today is called the transosteal implant.Dental implants are an unpredictable treatment option for replacing missing teeth.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 7

A type of complete denture that is supported by retained natural roots or dental implants rather than the alveolar ridge is called a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  Partial denture 
B)  Overdenture 
C)  Fixed bridge 
D)  Fixed dentition 
A)  Partial denture 
B)  Overdenture 
C)  Fixed bridge 
D)  Fixed dentition

Question 8

Inflamed tissues are an unusual side effect in denture wearers.It is not necessary for denture wearers to have regular continuing care appointments with the dental hygienist because these patients are edentulous.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 9

Which fungus is most commonly found in the mouth,often colonizes the irregular acrylic surfaces of the prosthesis,and subsequently infects the underlying oral mucosa?

Accepted Answer

A)  Candida albicans 
B)  Lactobacillus 
C)  Streptococcus mutans 
D)  Xerostomic pathogens 
A)  Candida albicans 
B)  Lactobacillus 
C)  Streptococcus mutans 
D)  Xerostomic pathogens

Question 10

A fixed partial denture is also commonly known as a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  Fixed bridge 
B)  Removable appliance 
C)  Implant addition 
D)  Pontic 
A)  Fixed bridge 
B)  Removable appliance 
C)  Implant addition 
D)  Pontic

Question 11

The supporting teeth or implants in a fixed bridge are termed

Accepted Answer

A)  Pontics 
B)  Abutments 
C)  Implant additions 
D)  Fixed bridges 
A)  Pontics 
B)  Abutments 
C)  Implant additions 
D)  Fixed bridges

Question 12

Patients with fixed orthodontic appliances may experience all of the following EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  Gingivitis 
B)  Increased caries risk 
C)  Gingival hyperplasia 
D)  Candidiasis 
A)  Gingivitis 
B)  Increased caries risk 
C)  Gingival hyperplasia 
D)  Candidiasis

Question 13

Safe instrumentation around a dental implant can be carried out with all of the following instruments EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  Gold-tipped curette 
B)  Titanium curette 
C)  Stainless steel curette 
D)  Graphite scalers 
A)  Gold-tipped curette 
B)  Titanium curette 
C)  Stainless steel curette 
D)  Graphite scalers

Question 14

The term pontic is used to describe the

Accepted Answer

A)  Supporting tooth structure 
B)  Oral appliance 
C)  Natural tooth 
D)  Artificial tooth 
A)  Supporting tooth structure 
B)  Oral appliance 
C)  Natural tooth 
D)  Artificial tooth

Question 15

A healthy gingival sulcus depth around a dental implant is typically shallower than a natural tooth sulcus.Periodontal probing may not always be indicated around implant-supported prostheses.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 16

Which of the following conditions might be found in an individual who wears a full upper denture 24 hours a day?

Accepted Answer

A)  Xerostomia 
B)  Denture stomatitis 
C)  Leukoplakia 
D)  Candidiasis 
E)  B and D 
A)  Xerostomia 
B)  Denture stomatitis 
C)  Leukoplakia 
D)  Candidiasis 
E)  B and D

Question 17

Oral appliances collect plaque biofilm and form calculus in the same manner as natural teeth.Daily cleaning of the appliance is critical to maintaining oral health.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but NOT related. 
C)  The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT. 
D)  The statement is NOT correct,but the reason is correct. 
E)  NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct. 
A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but NOT related. 
C)  The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT. 
D)  The statement is NOT correct,but the reason is correct. 
E)  NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct.

Question 18

The permucosal seal around a dental implant is

Accepted Answer

A)  Similar to the epithelial attachment around a natural tooth 
B)  Located at the margin of the implant crown 
C)  Not easily penetrated by periodontal probing 
D)  Richer in blood supply than the epithelial attachment 
A)  Similar to the epithelial attachment around a natural tooth 
B)  Located at the margin of the implant crown 
C)  Not easily penetrated by periodontal probing 
D)  Richer in blood supply than the epithelial attachment

Question 19

Studies indicate that fungal infections in denture wearers and the elderly have increased in prevalence.Fortunately,when allowed to progress,candidiasis does not lead to more invasive systemic infections.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Exam 23: Prostheses and Appliances,therapeutic Treatment

All of the following are considered to be benefits of an implant-supported overdenture EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Which of the following household products might corrode partial denture metal?

Patients with removable partial or complete dentures should use the following methods for routine homecare of their prostheses EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

The inflammation of the underlying soft tissues that occurs as a result of mechanical,chemical,thermal,bacterial,viral,and allergic stimuli is known by which broad term?

All of the following are complications of poorly fitting,damaged,or unhygienic prostheses EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

The most commonly placed implant today is called the transosteal implant.Dental implants are an unpredictable treatment option for replacing missing teeth.

A type of complete denture that is supported by retained natural roots or dental implants rather than the alveolar ridge is called a(n)

Inflamed tissues are an unusual side effect in denture wearers.It is not necessary for denture wearers to have regular continuing care appointments with the dental hygienist because these patients are edentulous.

Which fungus is most commonly found in the mouth,often colonizes the irregular acrylic surfaces of the prosthesis,and subsequently infects the underlying oral mucosa?

A fixed partial denture is also commonly known as a(n)

The supporting teeth or implants in a fixed bridge are termed

Patients with fixed orthodontic appliances may experience all of the following EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Safe instrumentation around a dental implant can be carried out with all of the following instruments EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

The term pontic is used to describe the

A healthy gingival sulcus depth around a dental implant is typically shallower than a natural tooth sulcus.Periodontal probing may not always be indicated around implant-supported prostheses.

Which of the following conditions might be found in an individual who wears a full upper denture 24 hours a day?

Oral appliances collect plaque biofilm and form calculus in the same manner as natural teeth.Daily cleaning of the appliance is critical to maintaining oral health.

The permucosal seal around a dental implant is

Studies indicate that fungal infections in denture wearers and the elderly have increased in prevalence.Fortunately,when allowed to progress,candidiasis does not lead to more invasive systemic infections.

Dental Hygiene As a Profession

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Communication Skills

Health Education and Promotion

Immunology and the Oral Systemic Link

Evidence-Based Care

Exposure and Infection Control

Comprehensive Medical and Oral Health History

Assessment Instruments

Extraoral and Intraoral Examination

The Periodontal Examination

Hard Tissue Examination

Biofilm,calculus,and Stain

Indices

Radiology

Dietary Assessment and Nutritional Counseling

Risk Assessment

Dental Hygiene Diagnosis,treatment Plan,documentation,and Case Presentation

Devices

Dentifrices and Mouthrinses

Cariology and Caries Management

Sealants

Ergonomics

Power Scaling

Instrumentation Principles and Techniques

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Management of Dentin Hypersensitivity

Polishing

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