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Total questions: 71
Worksheet time: 36mins
Which part of the tooth contains the nerves and blood vessels?
Enamel
Dentin
Cementum
Pulp
What is the hardest substance in the human body?
Enamel
Dentin
Cementum
Pulp
What is the main function of a dental clinic?
To perform surgeries on heart problems
To sell dental equipment
To provide preventive and restorative dental care
To perform eye examinations
Before the dentist arrived, the patient’s tooth ____ (remove).
had removed
has been removed
had been removed
was removed
By the time we finished the consultation, the x-rays ____ (take).
had taken
had been taken
were taken
took
Dentists use a ______ at the end of a stainless steel pen-like handle to see hidden parts of the mouth.
ball
dental plaque
lighting
mirror
The hospital project ______ before the local officials had the announcement meeting.
finish
finished
had finished
had been finished
Well. Mrs Smith. What’s _________________?
can I do for you
seem to be the problem
can I help you
the problem
Each tooth consists of a _____________ that projects beyond the gum?
molar
crown
sulcus
cementum
What is used to aid in placing small objects inside the mouth and in retrieving small objects from the mouth?
cotton pliers
Dental Mirror
Periodontal Probes
drills
The decayed part of the tooth _______ by the dentist before placing the filling.
was removed
were removed
had been removed
had removed
The dentist is offering to make the patient comfortable in a polite way. He says:
I would like you to adjust the chair.
Would you like me to adjust the chair for you?
Adjust the chair.
Do you like adjusting the chair?
The ____________is the hardest substance and protects the tooth from decay.
dentin
cementum
crown
enamel
A ___________is an instrument that rotates at high speed to remove decay and shape the tooth.
dental drill
dental explorer
Fental mirror
Probe
The anesthesia _______________before the tooth extraction began.
had administered
was administered
had been administered
administered
______________me with a list of any medications you're currently taking?
You could provide
Could you provide
Would you like to
You would provide
What are used to firmly grip the tooth's crown or root and apply controlled force to loosen and remove it from the socket.
probes
drills
handpiece
forceps
I ____________avoid eating or drinking for at least 30 minutes after the treatment.
would you to
would like you to
want you
like you
_________are shaped like chisels and are ideal for cut-ting food or for slicing off pieces of food.
Incisors
Canines
Premolars
Molars
__________ which extract teeth consist of a beak, neck and handle.
Filling tools
Dental suctions
Dental forceps
Drills
After he called for help, some first first aids ______________to help him get through the fatal risk.
give
gave
had been given
had given
Incisors are shaped like ______________ which are ideal for cutting food.
milk teeth
chisels
sockets
gums
How can the doctor ask to find out the location of the problem?
How is the pain?
What’s the pain like?
Where is it sore?
Where does it go away?
__________ is a small dental instrument which is gently used to measure the sulcus (pocket or space) between the tooth and the gums.
mirror
periodontal scissor
periodontal probe
injection
A: Mr John, I have one more question. _________________?
Does the pain come suddenly?
Does the pain go gradually?
Does the pain spread elsewhere?
Does the pain get relieved?
Which of the following is the correct way to instruct a patient to bite down during a dental procedure?
Could you lie down, please?
Please bite down gently.
Can you rinse your mouth?
Stand still, please.
How should a dentist instruct a patient to keep their mouth open?
Close your mouth immediately.
Keep your mouth open wide, please.
Turn your head to the right.
Sit up straight.
Which of the following is a typical question a dentist would ask when taking a patient’s dental history?
How often do you visit the gym?
Do you have any history of gum disease?
What kind of shampoo do you use?
Have you ever broken a bone?
A common question in dental history is:
How often do you brush your teeth?
How much sleep do you get per night?
What’s your favorite food?
Do you take any vitamins?
If a patient says they feel pain when drinking cold liquids, the dentist might ask:
When was your last dental cleaning?
Do you feel pain when drinking warm liquids?
How often do you drink soda?
Do you smoke?
What is the function of a dental hygienist?
To diagnose complex dental issues
To perform tooth cleanings and educate patients about oral health
To create crowns and bridges
To handle dental anesthesia
Which layer of the tooth protects the dentin and is most resistant to decay?
Enamel
Pulp
Cementum
Periodontium
What connects the tooth root to the surrounding bone and helps keep it stable?
Enamel
Periodontal ligament
Dentin
Gingiva
What equipment is commonly used to detect cavities and other dental issues that cannot be seen with the naked eye?
Mirror and explorer
Dental drill
X-ray machine
Ultrasonic scaler
By the time the patient arrived, the dental records ____ (prepare).
had been prepared
was prepared
has prepared
had prepared
By the time the appointment started, the chair ____ (clean).
had been cleaned
was cleaned
had cleaned
is cleaned
What would a dentist typically say to instruct a patient to rinse their mouth?
Bite down on this gauze.
Please rinse your mouth with water.
Close your eyes and relax.
Take a deep breath.
What should a dentist say when asking a patient to prepare for a procedure?
Sit up and leave the room.
Please open your mouth wide and relax your jaw.
Close your mouth and leave.
Stand still and look straight ahead.
Which of the following questions is related to the patient’s dental history?
Do you have any allergies?
Have you ever had a root canal treatment?
How much water do you drink daily?
Do you have any vision problems?
A dentist might ask the following question during a dental history review:
When did you last experience pain in your gums?
How often do you exercise?
How much sugar do you consume daily?
Do you get headaches regularly?
If a patient complains of bleeding gums, the dentist might ask:
Do you floss regularly?
Do you wear contact lenses?
How often do you use mouthwash?
Do you eat spicy food?
What question would a dentist ask to assess a patient’s oral hygiene routine?
How many meals do you eat per day?
Do you brush your teeth after every meal?
When did you last have a cold?
Do you enjoy eating vegetables?
In which part of the dental clinic are patient appointments typically scheduled?
Treatment room
Reception area
Sterilization room
Laboratory
The root of the tooth is covered by a substance called:
Enamel
Cementum
Dentin
Pulp
What is the term for the part of the tooth that is visible above the gum line?
Root
Crown
Enamel
Pulp
____________ is required to detect any changes in oral cavity so dental lamp can be focused to show all parts of the mouth.
Forceps
Illumination
Excavator
Drills
The medical project ____________ before the announcement was given.
complete
complete
has completed
had completed
The medical project ____________ before the announcement was given.
complete
complete
has completed
had completed
A: Please tell me What _______________?
can you do for me
the problem
the problem is
seems to be the problem
The area which contains nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue is called ______________ .
milk teeth
tooth pulp
dentin
gums
After he was taken to the hospital, a nurse____________ him control bleeding.
give
gave
had given
had gave
This is the productive outer layer of each tooth. It is called _____________ .
dentin
enamel
tooth pulp
tooth neck
Dentists use ____________ for extraction of premolars.
excavators
straight forceps
S-shaped forceps
steam
I would like you ____________or drinking for at least 30 minutes after the treatment.
avoid eating
to avoid eating
avoid eat
to avoid eat
Beneath the enamel lies the ________, which is less hard but still provides structure.
dentin
pulp
cementum
gingiva
_________is an instrument for holding dental burs to remove tooth structure or to smooth and polish restorative materials. Rotations are measured in rotations per second.
Drill
Probe
Tweezers
Handpiece
What is the main function of the periodontal ligament?
To protect the tooth from decay
To connect the tooth to the alveolar bone
To form the outer layer of the tooth
To provide blood supply to the tooth
The treatment plan ____________by the senior dentist before it was approved by the patient.
has been reviewed
had been reviewed
hadn’t been reviewed
had reviewed
I’d just like to examine your teeth. Could you please ___________as wide as you can?
open your mouth
rinse your mouth
perform suction
breathe through your nose
Each tooth consists of a __________that projects beyond the gum, also called the gingiva, and a root that is anchored to the jaw’s alveolar process
neck
pulp
alveolus
crown
By the end of the day, all the braces _____________adjusted for the patients by the orthodontist.
had had
has had
had been
has been
__________is an instrument utilized in the removal of damaged tissue from a wound of pulp chambers and channels of the teeth.
Probe
Handpiece
Drill
Excavator
We ___________start with an assessment of his teeth and may do possibly X-rays.
would like to
would you
would you like to
want you
How can the doctor ask to find out the severity of the pain?
Is there anything make it worse?
What’s the pain like?
Where is it sore?
Does anything make it trigger?
__________are habitual instruments in dental practice, as they are designed for exodontia or the extraction of teeth, a fairly common procedure.
Dental forceps
Dental drills
Dental suctions
Dental probes
Remember to____________between the teeth daily to remove plaque.
rinse
hold
floss
brush
Which of the following is a polite way to reassure a patient who is nervous about a dental procedure?
“Don’t worry, it won’t hurt at all.”
“You shouldn’t be so nervous.”
“I understand you’re nervous, but I’ll explain everything to help you feel comfortable.”
“Stop worrying. It’s just a simple procedure.”
If a patient is unsure about a treatment, the dentist might say:
“It’s up to you if you want to proceed with this treatment, but I’ll answer any questions you have.”
“You don’t really have a choice.”
“You need to make a decision right now.”
“This is your only option.”
At what age do the first permanent molars typically erupt?
2-3 years
6-7 years
12-13 years
18-21 years
Which of the following teeth are the last to erupt in the permanent dentition?
Central incisors
First premolars
Third molars (wisdom teeth)
Canines
What tool is commonly used by a dentist to explore the surface of a tooth for decay?
Dental explorer
Dental forceps
Dental mirror
Scaler
