Dental Knowledge Quiz

Who is responsible for cleaning patients' teeth and educating them on oral hygiene?

• Dentist

• Hygienist

• Surgeon

• Orthodontist

What is a cavity?

• A type of dental tool

• A hole in a tooth caused by decay

• A large tooth at the back of the mouth

• A sticky film of bacteria

What is the function of a saliva ejector?

• To polish teeth

• To remove saliva, blood, or water from the mouth

• To apply fluoride

• To extract a tooth

What is the purpose of flossing?

• To polish teeth

• To remove a tooth

• To apply fluoride

• To clean between teeth

What is a crown used for?

• To clean between teeth

• To apply fluoride

• To restore the shape, size, and function of a tooth

• To remove a tooth

What is plaque?

• A sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth

• A large tooth at the back of the mouth

• A tool used to remove saliva

• A mineral used in dental treatments

What does the term 'sensitive' refer to in a dental context?

• A large tooth at the back of the mouth

• Easily affected or hurt

• A type of dental tool

• A mineral used in treatments

What is an implant?

• An artificial tooth root placed in the jaw

• A tool used to remove saliva

• A cap placed over a tooth

• A sticky film of bacteria