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The shallow groove that runs parallel to the margin of the unattached
gingiva is called the
a.interdental papilla.
b.gingival sulcus.
c.attached gingiva.
d.gingival groove. - ANSWER>> d.gingival groove.
Every tooth consists of a ______________ and one or more roots.
a.foundation
b.superstructure
c.frame
d.crown - ANSWER>> .crown
Which of the following is the most reliable indicator of periodontal
disease?
a.The alveolar process is increasing in size and shape.
b.The periodontal ligament is narrowing.
c.The alveolar socket around the entire crown of the tooth is resorbing.
d.The alveolar crest is flattening out. - ANSWER>> d.The alveolar crest
is flattening out.
The __________ is the groove that extends upward between each labial
commissure and nasal ala.
a.mucobuccal fold
b.anterior naris.
c.nasolabial sulcus
d.labial commissure - ANSWER>> c.nasolabial sulcus
,Which function of the tongue helps one to avoid ingesting harmful
substances?
a.Tasting and tactile sensation
b.Cleansing the oral cavity
c.Positioning food while eating
d.Speaking - ANSWER>> a.Tasting and tactile sensation
Which statement is true of succedaneous teeth?
a.Succedaneous teeth are permanent teeth that replace primary teeth.
b.All permanent teeth are succedaneous teeth.
c.Succedaneous teeth begin forming after birth.
d.Succedaneous teeth are only permanent molars. - ANSWER>>
a.Succedaneous teeth are permanent teeth that replace primary teeth.
Teeth sit in ________ sockets called alveoli.
a.mucosal
b.bony
c.gingival
d.foramen - ANSWER>> b.bony
Which of the following anatomic features of the teeth help to maintain
their position in the dental arch and protect the tissues during
chewing?
a.Enamel epithelium
b.Dentin
c.Pulp tissued.
d. Contours, contacts, and embrasures - ANSWER>> Contours, contacts,
and embrasures
The muscle of facial expression that compresses the cheeks against the
teeth and retracts the angle of the mouth is the
a.orbicularis oris.
The developmental groove that crosses marginal ridges and allows food
to escape during mastication is the _____ groove.
a.supplemental
b.marginal
c.triangular
d.central - ANSWER>> b.marginal
___________ mucosa is noted for its soft texture, moist surface, and
ability to stretch and be compressed?
a.Gingival
b.Specialized
c.Masticatory
d.Lining - ANSWER>> d.Lining
Which of the following is true of the fauces?
a.The anterior faucial pillar extends from the hard palate down to the
lateral aspects of the tongue.
b.The posterior faucial pillar forms the free posterior border of the soft
palate.
c.The soft palate is supported by the horizontal portions of the palatine
bones.
d.The anterior faucial pillar ends with the pear-shaped uvula. -
ANSWER>> b.The posterior faucial pillar forms the free posterior border
of the soft palate.
The maxillary second premolar differs from the maxillary first premolar
in that the
a.lingual cusp is larger and almost the same height as the buccal cusp
on the maxillary second premolar.
, b.distobuccal cusp slope is shorter than the mesiobuccal cusp slope on
the second premolar.
c.second premolar is wider mesiodistally than buccolingually.
d.cusps of the maxillary first premolar are not as sharp as the maxillary
second premolar. - ANSWER>> a.lingual cusp is larger and almost the
same height as the buccal cusp on the maxillary second premolar.
Which of the primary tastes is the most easily distinguished?
a.Bitter
b.Sweet
c.Salty
d.Sour - ANSWER>> a. bitter
The area where the mesial or distal surfaces of the tooth touch the
adjacent tooth in the arch is the
a.point angle.
b.embrasure.
c.line angle.
d.contact area. - ANSWER>> d.contact area.
Which of the following types of teeth in the primary dentition are
replaced by first premolars in the adult dentition?
a.Second primary molar
b.Canines
c.Incisors
d.First primary molar - ANSWER>> d.First primary molar
Which of the following means pertaining to the cheek?
a.Palatal
b.Labial
c.Buccal
d.Lingual - ANSWER>> c.Buccal
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