Question 1

The goal of preventive dentistry is to:

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A)  provide the best esthetic dentistry possible.
B)  provide the best patient experience through superior practice management.
C)  balance office accounts payable and receivable.
D)  help people of all ages to have the maximum oral health possible, throughout their lives.

Question 2

A dietary analysis using a food diary includes everything a patient consumes each day for:

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A)  a month.
B)  two weeks.
C)  a week.
D)  six months. C

Question 3

One part per million (ppm)  of fluoride is approximately equivalent to one drop of fluoride in a _____ of water.

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A)  cup (8 ounces) 
B)  gallon
C)  bathtub
D)  swimming pool

Question 4

As a dental assistant,your first step as a partner in prevention with your patients is to:

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A)  motivate patients to change their behaviors.
B)  help patients become partners in recognizing and preventing dental disease in themselves.
C)  help patients become partners in recognizing and preventing dental disease in their families.
D)  help patients understand what causes dental disease and how to prevent it.

Question 5

For patient education to be effective,it should not be:

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A)  reinforced.
B)  repeated.
C)  done in a threatening manner.
D)  done in a calm, reassuring manner.

Question 6

Patients should be cautioned about abnormal _____ of tooth structure over time,caused by vigorously scrubbing the teeth with any toothbrush.

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A)  attrition
B)  abrasion
C)  erosion
D)  abfraction

Question 7

The type of toothpaste that should be suggested that shows a major effect on reducing supragingival calculus is ______ toothpaste.

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A)  fluoride
B)  antigingivitis
C)  tartar control
D)  all of the above

Question 8

To avoid spreading bacteria that cause caries in a baby,a parent should not put anything into the baby's mouth:

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A)  without sterilizing it first in an autoclave.
B)  that has been in his or her own mouth.
C)  except disposable "plasticware."
D)  without taking a bite or sip first to make sure it is not spoiled.

Question 9

An oral irrigation device is used:

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A)  instead of dental floss.
B)  for all periodontal patients.
C)  to reduce bacterial levels in subgingival areas.
D)  to replace other oral hygiene techniques.

Question 10

Patients with acute oral inflammation should not be instructed to:

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A)  discontinue all brushing.
B)  brush all areas of the mouth not affected.
C)  resume normal brushing as soon as possible.
D)  rinse with mild saline solution.

Question 11

_____ is not used to clean a denture.

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A)  Dish or other mild soap
B)  Denture cleaner
C)  A tooth whitening or smokers' toothpaste
D)  Mild toothpaste

Question 12

Xylitol has been shown to:

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A)  reduce oral bacteria in a new mother's mouth.
B)  increase oral bacteria in a new mother's mouth.
C)  reduce oral bacteria transferred to an infant.
D)  both a and c.

Question 13

A _______ is a plastic-like covering applied over pits and fissures to protect the tooth against decay.

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A)  fluoride varnish
B)  crown
C)  sealant
D)  fluoride gel

Question 14

The major effects of water fluoridation have been proven to be:

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A)  systemic.
B)  topical.
C)  both a and b.

Question 15

Since the 1950s,_____ has been the primary weapon in combating dental caries.

Accepted Answer

A)  toothbrushing
B)  fluoride
C)  sealants
D)  flossing

Question 16

The first step in patient education is to:

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A)  instruct the patient on how to remove plaque.
B)  select home care aids.
C)  listen carefully to the patient.
D)  reinforce home care.

Question 17

Which of the following is acceptable regarding bottles and sippy cups?

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A)  The baby may have one at bedtime or naptime with milk only.
B)  The baby may have one at bedtime or naptime with water only.
C)  The baby may use one frequently through the day with milk only.
D)  Both a and c are acceptable. B

Question 18

Things to consider when you are teaching a patient how to brush most effectively include:

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A)  The patient's age
B)  The patient's dexterity
C)  The patient's personal preferences
D)  All of the above

Question 19

Dental floss should be used _____ brushing teeth.

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A)  before
B)  after
C)  a or b A

Question 20

A preventive care dental program is a partnership between the:

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A)  dentist and hygienist.
B)  hygienist and the patient.
C)  patient and the dental healthcare team.
D)  dentist and dental assistant.

Exam 15: Preventive Dentistry

The goal of preventive dentistry is to:

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A dietary analysis using a food diary includes everything a patient consumes each day for:

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One part per million (ppm) of fluoride is approximately equivalent to one drop of fluoride in a _____ of water.

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As a dental assistant,your first step as a partner in prevention with your patients is to:

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For patient education to be effective,it should not be:

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Patients should be cautioned about abnormal _____ of tooth structure over time,caused by vigorously scrubbing the teeth with any toothbrush.

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The type of toothpaste that should be suggested that shows a major effect on reducing supragingival calculus is ______ toothpaste.

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To avoid spreading bacteria that cause caries in a baby,a parent should not put anything into the baby's mouth:

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An oral irrigation device is used:

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Patients with acute oral inflammation should not be instructed to:

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_____ is not used to clean a denture.

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Xylitol has been shown to:

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A _______ is a plastic-like covering applied over pits and fissures to protect the tooth against decay.

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The major effects of water fluoridation have been proven to be:

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Since the 1950s,_____ has been the primary weapon in combating dental caries.

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The first step in patient education is to:

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Which of the following is acceptable regarding bottles and sippy cups?

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Things to consider when you are teaching a patient how to brush most effectively include:

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Dental floss should be used _____ brushing teeth.

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