Q: According to the image, the patient has which class of malocclusion (G.V. Black)? (A). Class I(B). Class II(C). Class III When evaluating occlusion, Angle’s Classification is often used. This classification is based on the relationship between...
Q: A herpetic whitlow can occur if the: (A). Clinician did not wear a mask(B). Clinician’s mask was torn(C). Clinician’s gloves were torn(D). Patient did not take her pre-medications Herpetic whitlow is caused by the herpes simplex virus and appears...
Q: Which abnormality is related to two tooth buds merging into one? (A). Fusion(B). Concrescence(C). Gemination(D). Dens in dente Gemination is the result of a crown splitting in two, which can give the appearance of two crowns merged together...
The Bucket And Water Analogy Let’s be honest, our brain is like a leaky bucket. While the leaky bucket analogy may sound like a negative connotation, it’s perfectly normal. Unless you were born with a photographic memory, our brains weren’t...
Q: What is the MRD for epinephrine in local anesthesia for patients with hypertension (per appointment)? (A). 4(B). 0.4(C). 0.04(D). 0.004 MRD stands for maximum recommended dose. In most local anesthetics, a vasoconstrictor is added, which is...
Q: Enamel is composed of ___ % minerals. (A). 50(B). 70(C). 95(D). 100 Keyword: enamel Enamel: Hardest portion of the tooth comprising approximately 96% minerals (consists predominantly of apatite crystals containing calcium and phosphate). It is...
Q: What type of error can you see on this radiograph? (A). Double exposure(B). Improper horizontal exposure(C). Improper vertical exposure(D). Backward film placement What observations can you make on this radiograph? The film shows many teeth...
What is coronal polishing? Coronal polishing is defined as the procedure that removes plaque and stain from the coronal surfaces of teeth. It gives the patient the “clean and sparkly” feeling and concludes many dental appointments. As much as the...
Q: The bluish tone of the teeth can be related to: (A). Dentin dysplasia(B). Amelogenesis imperfecta(C). Dentinogenesis imperfecta(D). Anodontia Dentinogenesis imperfecta is an inherited disorder that affects the tooth development. It can...
Today, let’s do something a little less serious. Whether you are intrigued by the idea of personality types or believe them to be nonsense, it’s always interesting to see which type you supposedly fall into and perhaps gain a little more knowledge...
