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DENTISTRY TEST EXAM WITH CORRECT ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECTLY WELL DEFINED ANSWERS LATEST 2025 ALREADY GRADED A+
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If a patient has high blood pressure at a dentist appointment: A The dentist would administer blood pressure medication and continue with the appointment B Dental work would not be completed C The dental assistant must call 9-1-1 to get the patient immediate help D The hygenist can give the patient an injection to relax before the appointment continues - ANSWERS-B
Dental work would not be completed
Which of the following is true of a local anesthetic? A It is usually not necessary when has patient has work done below the gum line B The dental hygenist can administer the shot without guidance or training C It works by dulling nerve-endings so that a patient feels no pain during a procedure D It puts the patient to sleep so he or she does not feel the procedure - ANSWERS-C It works by dulling nerve-endings so that a patient feels no pain during a procedure
A periodontal reading of 2 mm means: A The patient does not floss B The tooth and gum are normal C The tooth will be lost
A microscopic film that forms on teeth - ANSWERS-D A microscopic film that forms on teeth
The teeth that use a grinding motion on food are: A Incisors B Canines C Bicuspids D Molars - ANSWERS-D Molars
Teeth are composed of all but which tissue material? A Bone B Cementum C Dentin
Enamel - ANSWERS-A Bone
With regular brushing and flossing, plaque can be easily avoided. TRUE FALSE - ANSWERS-false
Which dental professional might be trained by a dentist instead of a formal educational program? A Orthodontist B Dental assistant C Dental hygenist D Pedatric dentist - ANSWERS-B Dental assistant
A dental receptionist's duties might include all except the following: A
Bicuspids are thin and sharp, and are used to cut through food. TRUE FALSE - ANSWERS-false
Primary teeth are: A Also called "baby teeth" B The front four to six teeth, used for biting through harder foods C The teeth that come in after baby teeth D Made of very soft tissues - ANSWERS-A Also called "baby teeth"
Which statement is true? Teeth are: A Hollow bones covered with enamel. B Filled in the center with blood vessels and nerves. C
Composed of dentin, which is visible above the gum line. D Covered with cementum, which is the hardest material in the body. - ANSWERS-B Filled in the center with blood vessels and nerves.
Children have thirty primary teeth, usually by the age of three. TRUE FALSE - ANSWERS-false
A ten-year old is visiting the dentist. Jared has 10 of his baby teeth and 10 of his adult teeth. Which statement is most likely to be true? Jared: A Has lost five baby teeth B Has lost 20 baby teeth C Will get another 10 adult teeth D Will get another 22 adult teeth - ANSWERS-D Will get another 22 adult teeth
There is no structure in the human body harder than the enamel on our teeth.
Part below the gum - ANSWERS-B A point
Which statement is untrue of the incisors? A They are comparatively thin and sharp compared to the other teeth B They are mostly used for grinding and chewing food C There are four on top and four on the bottom D They are located in the front of the mouth - ANSWERS-B They are mostly used for grinding and chewing food
Jane has had a root canal. If she takes care of her teeth properly, the tooth treated and sealed during the procedure should remain intact for her lifetime. TRUE FALSE - ANSWERS-true
A good option for the primary material for a filling for a front tooth would be: A
Acid gel B Mercury C Composite of acrylic and inorganic materials D Silver alloy with composite - ANSWERS-C Composite of acrylic and inorganic materials
When acid destroys tooth enamel, it usually causes: A A cavity B An impacted tooth C A wisdom tooth D An overbite - ANSWERS-A A cavity
Root canal D Bite-wing x-ray - ANSWERS-C Root canal
Which of the following statements about dental health is not true? A It is important to brush and floss teeth every day at least once, especially after sugary foods and drinks B The enamel on our teeth protects the dentin from acid erosion C Bacteria causes problems with the enamel on the teeth D Sugar left on teeth turns into acid which causes cavities or holes in the enamel - ANSWERS-B The enamel on our teeth protects the dentin from acid erosion
The first task in the dental exam for a new patient is: A Taking dental radiographs
Reviewing patient's history C Checking the soft tissues of the mouth D Taking photographs of each tooth - ANSWERS-B Reviewing patient's history
Some dental offices use cassettes to capture images of the patients' teeth. This method takes much longer because the assistant must take time to process the films. TRUE FALSE - ANSWERS-false
It is possible to see symptoms of other diseases in the body when examining the mouth. TRUE FALSE - ANSWERS-true
Examples of devices that can be found in the mouth during a dental exam include all except: A Partial dentures
During her first visit with a dentist, Sharon is surprised to be asked questions and have tests taken that seem unrelated to dental health. Which of the following would not be completed during a general dental exam? A A urinalysis B An exam of her head, face,and neck C Questions about her overall health D Blood pressure test - ANSWERS-A A urinalysis
A bite-wing x-ray shows: A The sides between molars B The jawbone C One tooth and root D The gums - ANSWERS-A
The sides between molars
X-rays are usually ordered in the third or fourth visit with the dentist, not at the first. TRUE FALSE - ANSWERS-false
Protective gear is worn during X-rays so that: A The images on the X-ray films will be more precise B The radiation is absorbed into the patient C The patient and health care professionals are protected from radiation D The patient is less likely to catch a virus - ANSWERS-C The patient and health care professionals are protected from radiation
A full set of radiographs consists of: A 10-12 X-ray images B
Before bedtime only C At least twice daily, and after eating or drinking sugary foods and beverages D Upon waking only - ANSWERS-C At least twice daily, and after eating or drinking sugary foods and beverages
A dentist wears gloves during the dental exams because: A Wearing gloves means that the dentist doesn't need to wash his or her hands B Gloves keep the dentist's hands warm, which is more comfortable for the patient C The gloves ensure that diseases will not be passed from dentist to patient or vice versa D The dentist does not want to get saliva on his or her hands - ANSWERS-C The gloves ensure that diseases will not be passed from dentist to patient or vice versa
Which statement is true? At about 6 years old, children: A
Have fewer teeth than adults B Get wisdom teeth C Get more cavities than adults D Have all their adult teeth - ANSWERS-A Have fewer teeth than adults
Flouride is naturally found in drinking water and is therefore not recommended as an ingredient in toothpaste. TRUE FALSE - ANSWERS-false
If children have a positive experience when visiting the dentist's office, they are more inclined to return regularly and take better care of their teeth. A pediatric dentist does his or her best to make children feel comfortable. TRUE FALSE - ANSWERS-true
Marissa is 7 years old and still has many of her baby teeth. Her dentist will most likely recommend that she: A
