Question 1

The function of the lateral pterygoid is:

Accepted Answer

A) Elevates mandible 
B) Elevates and retrudes mandible 
C) Protrusion and lateral movements of mandible 
D) Medial ramus movements

Question 2

Apical displacement into alveolar bone is a/an:

Accepted Answer

A) Intrusion 
B) Lateral luxation 
C) Avulsion 
D) Extrusion

Question 3

What cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of taste on the anterior part of the tongue?

Accepted Answer

A) Abducent nerve 
B) Trigeminal nerve 
C) Facial nerve 
D) Glossopharyngeal nerve

Question 4

In what stage of caries does the decay in dentin pass the halfway mark from the enamel (dentino-enamel junction) to the pulp.

Accepted Answer

A) Stage 1 
B) Stage 2 
C) Stage 3 
D) Stage 4

Question 5

What condition is not associated with hypothyroidism?

Accepted Answer

A) Lethargy 
B) Low body temperature 
C) Enlarged tongue 
D) Thyroid storm

Question 6

In what part of the body is sperm stored?

Accepted Answer

A) epididymis 
B) urethra 
C) testis 
D) seminiferous tubules

Question 7

A 68-year-old patient complains of burning sensations in the mandibular ridge and the palatal area. What should be checked?

Accepted Answer

A) Mandible for cyst 
B) Supernumerary teeth 
C) Dentures 
D) Hertwig root sheath

Question 8

What is radiation damage to the bone and produces necrosis called?

Accepted Answer

A) Radioresistant necrosis 
B) Radiosensitive necrosis 
C) Osteoradionecrosis 
D) Osteoradionecrosis sensitive

Question 9

When the alveolar bone is sufficient and deeply embedded to support normal usage of the crown, the tooth has proper:

Accepted Answer

A) Crown-to-gum ratio 
B) Gum-to-bone ratio 
C) Crown-to-root ratio 
D) Crown-to-gingiva ratio

Question 10

What instrument orientates the maxillary arch to an anatomic reference point or points?

Accepted Answer

A) Articulator 
B) Facebow 
C) Bite registry 
D) Pantograph

Question 11

What is the best recommended treatment for reversible pulpitis?

Accepted Answer

A) RCT 
B) Filling 
C) Extraction 
D) Incision & drainage

Question 12

Nikolsky's sign is the rubbing of uninvolved mucosa resulting in a blister. This is a sign and symptom of what vesiculobullous disease?

Accepted Answer

A) Aphthous ulcers 
B) Penphigus vulgaris 
C) Erythema multiforme 
D) Lichen Planus

Question 13

Early lesions of gingivitis occurs in:

Accepted Answer

A) 1 - 2 days 
B) 10 - 12 days 
C) 4 - 7 days 
D) 24 - 30 days

Question 14

Which of the following structures converge to form the pterygomandibular raphe?

Accepted Answer

A) Superior pharyngeal constrictor and mylohyoid 
B) Medial pterygoid and mylohyoid 
C) Buccinator and superior pharyngeal constrictor 
D) Buccinator and mylohyoid

Question 15

What are the three tooth shapes?

Accepted Answer

A) Oval, flat, and round 
B) Square, oval, and flat 
C) Ovoid, square, and tapering 
D) Tapering, oval, and flat

Question 16

Perodontitis progresses:

Accepted Answer

A) Quickly and aggressively 
B) Slowly and aggressively 
C) Slowly and painlessly 
D) Quickly and painlessly

Question 17

Odontogenic cysts are:

Accepted Answer

A) Epithelial-lined structures 
B) Pseudo-cysts 
C) Gingiva sheaths 
D) Granulomas dentin

Question 18

A patient complains of pain on the right side of the mouth. Three caries are immediately visible. The teeth are prepared for fillings. What material is used?

Accepted Answer

A) Dental caulk 
B) Ceramic bonder 
C) Centum 
D) Gutta percha

Question 19

The transition from the deciduous to the permanent dentition begins with the eruption of which of the following:

Accepted Answer

A) First four permanent molars 
B) First six permanent molars 
C) First two permanent premolars 
D) First four permanent premolars

Question 20

What two veins form the external jugular vein?

Accepted Answer

A) Anterior retromandibular and anterior facial 
B) Maxillary vein and anterior facial 
C) Posterior retromandibular and anterior retromandibular 
D) Posterior auricular and posterior retromandibular

Exam 1: Dental Board