CSCE Dental Hygiene Board Review Questions with Complete Solutions
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CSCE Dental Hygiene Board
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CSCE Dental Hygiene Board
CSCE Dental Hygiene Board Review
Questions with Complete Solutions
What is the function of the dental hygienist in patient education?
To provide guidance on proper brushing and flossing techniques and promote overall oral
health.
How does smoking impact oral health?
It increases the ris...
CSCE Dental Hygiene Board Review
Questions with Complete Solutions
What is the function of the dental hygienist in patient education?
✔✔ To provide guidance on proper brushing and flossing techniques and promote overall oral
health.
How does smoking impact oral health?
✔✔ It increases the risk of gum disease, tooth loss, and oral cancer.
What is an intraoral camera used for in dental hygiene?
✔✔ To capture detailed images of the inside of the mouth for diagnosis and patient education.
What is the purpose of scaling and root planing?
✔✔ To remove tartar and plaque from below the gumline and smooth the root surfaces to help
gums reattach.
What does a dental prophylaxis treatment involve?
✔✔ A thorough cleaning of the teeth and gums to remove plaque, tartar, and stains.
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, What is the difference between an inlay and an onlay?
✔✔ An inlay fits within the cusps of a tooth, while an onlay covers one or more cusps.
What is the primary goal of a dental treatment plan?
✔✔ To address and manage the patient’s dental health needs and goals.
How are dental sealants beneficial for children?
✔✔ They help prevent cavities by sealing the grooves and pits of molars, which are prone to
decay.
What is the purpose of a bitewing X-ray?
✔✔ To show the upper and lower teeth in one area of the mouth and detect interproximal decay.
What does “scaling” refer to in dental hygiene?
✔✔ The process of removing plaque and tartar from the tooth surfaces and below the gumline.
What is the role of antimicrobial mouth rinses in dental hygiene?
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