Question 1

What oral-hygiene aid is used primarily for gingival massage and recontouring of gingival papilla after periodontal therapy?&#10;A)End-tuft brush&#10;B)Toothpick holder&#10;C)Sulca brush&#10;D)Rubber tip stimulator

Accepted Answer

D)Rubber tip stimulators are used primarily for gingival massage and recontouring of gingival papilla after periodontal therapy.

Question 2

What oral hygiene product is recommended for Type II and III embrasures?&#10;A)Floss threaders&#10;B)Floss picks&#10;C)Interdental brushes&#10;D)Rubber tip stimulator

Accepted Answer

C)Interdental brushes are recommended for interproximal areas where the papilla is missing or shortened (Type II and III embrasures)and root concavities.

Question 3

Oral irrigation removes the biofilm on the tooth structure.Supragingival irrigation improves and prevents gingivitis.&#10;A)Both statements are true.&#10;B)Both statements are false.&#10;C)First statement is true,second statement is false.&#10;D)First statement is false,second statement is true.

Accepted Answer

D)Irrigation is recommended as an adjunct to daily oral hygiene,which includes toothbrushing,dental flossing,and the use of other aids as needed.It is NOT the best method to disrupt or remove biofilm,is NOT effective without toothbrushing,and should NOT be used as a substitute for mechanical plaque removal.

Question 4

When are floss holders NOT recommended?&#10;A)Poor dexterity&#10;B)Small hands&#10;C)Strong gag reflex&#10;D)Physical disabilities

Accepted Answer

B)A dental floss holder is a device that holds floss and eliminates the need for placing fingers in the mouth.It is recommended for those with physical disabilities,poor dexterity,large hands,limited mouth opening,or a strong gag reflex.

Question 5

What is defined as the formation of a V-shaped slit in the gingiva that extends apically from the gingival margin?&#10;A)Recession&#10;B)Clefting&#10;C)Abfraction&#10;D)Floss cut

Accepted Answer

B)Clefting is the formation of a V-shaped slit in the gingiva that extends apically from the gingival margin.If flossing trauma is evident,further instruction should be given until the individual has become adept.

Question 6

What is the BEST oral-hygiene aid that helps reduce malodor?&#10;A)Tongue cleaner&#10;B)Chlorhexidine&#10;C)Listerine&#10;D)Interdental brushes

Accepted Answer

A)The bacteria that collect on the surface of the tongue contribute to oral malodor,compromised wound healing,and oral diseases.Tongue cleaning helps control oral diseases and oral malodor.

Question 7

What is defined as bacteria-induced inflammation or infection of the heart and its valves?&#10;A)Bacterial endocarditis&#10;B)Cardia allergic response&#10;C)Bacteremia&#10;D)Pulmonary embolism

Accepted Answer

A)Although the occurrence is uncommon,bacterial endocarditis (bacteria-induced inflammation or infection of the heart and its valves)has occasionally been reported.

Question 8

What is defined as an unpleasant breath emanating from the oral cavity,regardless of its origin?&#10;A)Periodontal disease&#10;B)Sour breath&#10;C)Halitosis&#10;D)Sweet breath

Accepted Answer

C)Halitosis is defined as an unpleasant breath emanating from the oral cavity.Although this occurs in the oral cavity,the originating source of malodor can be nasal,nasopharyngeal,sinus,or oropharyngeal areas.

Question 9

It is recommended that bulimics do which of the following after vomiting?&#10;A)Rinse with water&#10;B)Brush teeth&#10;C)Floss&#10;D)Rinse with chlorhexidine

Accepted Answer

A)It is recommended that patients with bulimia rinse with plain water or bicarbonate of soda in water immediately after vomiting.

Deck 12: Self-Care Adjuncts