Question 1

Periomylosis and floating amalgams are a sign of what condition?&#10;A)Anorexia&#10;B)Bulimia&#10;C)Vitamin deficiencies&#10;D)Anemia

Accepted Answer

B)Bulimia is becoming more prevalent in the adolescent years.Most bulimic patients purge after eating large quantities of food.Periomylosis is when the acid produced by repeated vomiting dissolves the enamel.Patients' teeth may appear dull and chalky.When a restoration is "floating",they appear to be raised from the remainder of the tooth.

Question 2

What percentage of the population reports having had an oral cancer-screening exam?&#10;A)14%&#10;B)9%&#10;C)31%&#10;D)22%

Accepted Answer

A)Only 14% of patients report ever having had an oral cancer-screening exam.For this reason,it is important that oral cancer screening is completed on every patient and that they are aware that the examination is being performed.

Question 3

Which gland is responsible for the control of the production of estrogens from the ovaries in females and androgens from the testes in males?&#10;A)Brain stem&#10;B)Pituitary gland&#10;C)Thyroid&#10;D)Frontal lobe

Accepted Answer

B)Puberty takes place between 9 and 17 years of age.The pituitary gland is responsible for the production of both male and female hormones.These hormones are responsible for the development of sex organs,and they continue to cause profound physical and emotional influences during this stage of life.

Question 4

Which type of fluoride is applied professionally and creates a film of calcium fluoride,which slowly releases over time.&#10;A)Stannous fluoride&#10;B)Acidulated phosphate fluoride&#10;C)Fluoride varnish&#10;D)Neutral sodium fluoride

Accepted Answer

C)Varnishes offer a high concentration of fluoride,specifically 5% of sodium fluoride.This is applied by dental professionals and is placed on areas of recession,incipient lesions,and other various lesions.

Question 5

Almost half of U.S.adults aged 35-44 years have gingivitis.Approximately one-half of the U.S.population has periodontitis.&#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

C)According to Brown and Loe,approximately one-fourth of the U.S.population has periodontitis.

Question 6

In which stage of life does one appear clumsy?&#10;A)Adolescence&#10;B)Early adulthood&#10;C)Mature adulthood&#10;D)Elderly

Accepted Answer

A)Because of an accelerated growth in height,weight,and muscle mass,adolescents may have a lack of coordination.Teens may appear clumsy and awkward.

Question 7

The gingival tissue appears bright red and edematous at the marginal gingiva and interdental papilla with an increased tendency to bleed.What condition does this patient display?&#10;A)Type I periodontal disease&#10;B)Type II periodontal disease&#10;C)Type III periodontal disease&#10;D)Pregnancy gingivitis

Accepted Answer

D)Pregnancy gingivitis is a reversible condition with appropriate homecare.Women may continue to notice an increase in inflammation and bleeding when brushing and flossing but they are encouraged to continue with this regimen.Patients should be educated about the risks and side effects of pregnancy.

Question 8

Which of the following impacts a patient's attitude towards oral health?&#10;A)Culture&#10;B)Education&#10;C)Economic status&#10;D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

D)Attitudes towards oral health can be affected by all of these things.When discussing and presenting treatment plans with a patient it is vital that dental practitioners take into account a patient's attitude and dental experiences.Considering these factors will allow the dental provider and patient to have an open discussion.

Question 9

At what stage of life are patients more aware of the importance of good oral health?&#10;A)Adolescence&#10;B)Young adulthood&#10;C)Female adulthood&#10;D)Male adulthood

Accepted Answer

C)When women become pregnant;they become more aware of their health.They become concerned with the impact their health and lifestyle has on the growing baby.During dental appointments,pregnant patients may ask many questions about dental health and the fetus.

Question 10

Cancer patients who receive chemotherapy and/or radiation can experience which of the following?&#10;A)Oral irritation or ulcers&#10;B)Rampant decay&#10;C)Loss of salivary function&#10;D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

D)Patients undergoing cancer treatment typically experience oral irritation and ulcers,rampant caries,and loss of salivary function.Both dental providers and oncologists must educate and prepare patients for the potent side effects of cancer treatment.Dental providers should work with patients to decrease their risk of caries and xerostomia.Patients should be advised to use PreviDent (or a similar product)and minimize sugar intake.Xerostomia products can be recommended to alleviate symptoms of dry mouth.

Deck 25: Adult Dental Care