During which stage of tooth development do the teeth and the dental tissues fully
mineralize into their final forms? - answer Maturation stage
What is the name given to the permanent teeth that grow in and replace the primary
teeth in their specific locations? – answer Succedaneums teeth
Which of the following choices is considered the most abundant mineral component
found in the enamel portion of the tooth? - answer Hydroxyapatite
Which of the following choices is NOT a function of the periodontal ligament? - answer
Protect the tooth from excessive nerve stimuli
The biting surface of the posterior teeth is called the... - answer Occlusal surface
When using the Universal numbering system, the maxillary left first molar is tooth
number... - answer14
What is the name given to the surface of each tooth that is found furthest from the
midline on the patient? - answer Distal
When documenting progress notes into a patient's chart, which of the following is
correct? - answerThe entry must be signed and dated by the dental team member who
recorded the entry
What type of data will be found in a patient's clinical chart? - answerProcedures being
performed
Which of the following demonstrates the correct way to take a patient's radial pulse prior
to delivering dental treatment? - answerEnsure that the arm is at or below the level of
the heart
When measuring a patient's blood pressure, it is important to perform which of the
following steps? - answerCenter the cuff above the elbow and inflate the cuff slowly
When looking in a patient's mouth, the dental assistant notices that the patient's
maxillary lateral incisors are missing along with the first premolars. What is the name of
this condition? - answerAnadontia
Which of the following type of decay is commonly found in the elderly population due to
the recession of gum tissue and bone loss?
A) Root surface decay
, B) Incisal decay
C) Mesial decay
D) Lingual surface decay - answerRoot surface decay
Which of the following conditions is a result of ingesting too much fluoride? -
answerMottled enamel
Which of the following items is the most cariogenic? - answerRaisins
Why would a dental assistant use a disclosing tablet prior to reviewing proper personal
oral hygiene instructions with a patient? - answerTo help identify areas where there is
soft sticky plaque attached to the teeth
What is the main goal of a plaque control program? - answerTo develop a technique to
thoroughly remove plaque from the teeth at least once per day
Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding soft drink consumption? -
answerDiet soda is better for the teeth because it does not produce an acidic
environment in the oral cavity compared to regular soda
Following an extraction, what instructions should the dental assistant give the patient in
regards to brushing and flossing the teeth? - answerBrush and floss the outer areas of
the mouth as usual, but avoid the extraction site
Which of the following interdental items is used to clean areas in the oral cavity that are
difficult to reach with a toothbrush? - answerEnd-tuft brush
Which of the following is a main function of saliva in the oral cavity? - answerSaliva
helps speed up the removal of food from the teeth
Which of the following products is used as a cavity liner due to its ability to protect the
pulp from irritation and its compatibility with various types of restorative metals? -
answerCalcium hydroxide
What type of occlusion when the jaws are closed and the occluding surfaces of the
teeth are together in a way that produces maximum stable contact? - answerCentric
occlusion
During an amalgam restoration on what portion of the tooth is the cavity liner placed? -
answerOn the deepest portion of the dentin
When instructing a patient on how to care for dentures, which of following must be
avoided in order to prevent damages to new dentures? - answerUse hot water to soak
the denture for one hour per day to allow for proper disinfection
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