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Using the modified Triadan system, the right maxillary teeth would be in the ______ series. Select one: a. 100 b. 400 c. 200 d. 300

The correct answer is: 100

Using the modified Triadan system, the right maxillary teeth would be in the ______ series. Select one: a. 400 b. 300 c. 100 d. 200

The correct answer is: 100

Periodontal disease is the result of the inflammatory process to: Select one: a. Dental plaque b. Systemic bacteria c. Systemic lupus d. Chronic stomatitis

The correct answer is: Dental plaque

A pseudopocket can be defined as: Select one: a. Deep pocket b. Shallow pocket c. False pocket d. Missing a pocket

The correct answer is: False pocket

Two tooth buds that grow together to form one larger tooth is referred to as Select one: a. Fusion b. Oligodontia c. Polydontia d. Gemini

The correct answer is: Fusion

Two tooth buds that grow together to form one larger tooth is referred to as Select one: a. Polydontia b. Fusion c. Oligodontia d. Gemini

The correct answer is: Fusion

Local factors that could affect enamel development include all of the following except: Select one: a. Hypocalcemia b. Bite injury c. Trauma d. Infection

The correct answer is: Hypocalcemia

Local factors that could affect enamel development include all of the following except: Select one: a. Trauma b. Infection c. Hypocalcemia d. Bite injury

The correct answer is: Hypocalcemia

The bisecting angle principle states that the plane of an x-ray beam should be 90 degrees to the Select one: a. Imaginary line that bisects the angle formed by the animal's head and the film plane b. Plane of the film c. Long axis of the tooth d. Imaginary line that bisects the angle formed by the tooth's long axis and the film plane

The correct answer is: Imaginary line that bisects the angle formed by the tooth's long axis and the film plane

The bisecting angle principle states that the plane of an x-ray beam should be 90 degrees to the Select one: a. Imaginary line that bisects the angle formed by the tooth's long axis and the film plane b. Long axis of the tooth c. Plane of the film d. Imaginary line that bisects the angle formed by the animal's head and the film plane

The correct answer is: Imaginary line that bisects the angle formed by the tooth's long axis and the film plane

How long does it take plaque to accumulate on a clean tooth surface? Select one: a. Days b. Weeks c. Hours d. Minutes

The correct answer is: Minutes

How long does it take plaque to accumulate on a clean tooth surface? Select one: a. Weeks b. Hours c. Minutes d. Days

The correct answer is: Minutes

The dental formula for the permanent teeth in the dog is 2 (I 3/3 and C 1/1) plus Select one: a. P 4/4 and M 2/3 = 42 b. P 4/4 and M 3/2 = 42 c. P 3/4 and M 3/3 = 42 d. P 3/4 and M 3/2 = 40

The correct answer is: P 4/4 and M 2/3 = 42

The dental formula for the permanent teeth in the dog is 2 (I 3/3 and C 1/1) plus Select one: a. P 4/4 and M 3/2 = 42 b. P 3/4 and M 3/3 = 42 c. P 3/4 and M 3/2 = 40 d. P 4/4 and M 2/3 = 42

The correct answer is: P 4/4 and M 2/3 = 42

The goal of orthodontic care is to: Select one: a. Allow a dog or cat to compete better in breed shows b. Provide a better-looking pet c. Return the pet to a comfortable or functional bite d. Correct abnormalities so a puppy or kitten can sell for a better price

The correct answer is: Return the pet to a comfortable or functional bite

The goal of orthodontic care is to: Select one: a. Provide a better-looking pet b. Return the pet to a comfortable or functional bite c. Allow a dog or cat to compete better in breed shows d. Correct abnormalities so a puppy or kitten can sell for a better price

The correct answer is: Return the pet to a comfortable or functional bite

Which dental radiographic projection images 301-304 and 401-404? Select one: a. Parallel mandibular view b. Lateral oblique view c. Rostral mandibular view d. Rostral maxillary

The correct answer is: Rostral mandibular view

Which of the following instruments should be used to reduce the crown of sharp canine teeth? Select one: a. Elevators b. Small files c. Cutters d. Nippers

The correct answer is: Small files

Which of the following instruments should be used to reduce the crown of sharp canine teeth? Select one: a. Small files b. Elevators c. Nippers d. Cutters

The correct answer is: Small files

The purpose of fluoride treatment is to: Select one: a. Remove plaque and strengthen the enamel b. Irrigate and lubricate c. Prevent thermal damage and lubrication d. Strengthen enamel and help desensitize teeth

The correct answer is: Strengthen enamel and help desensitize teeth

How many incisors are present in the adult equine patient? Select one: a. 24 b. 36 c. 6 d. 12

The correct answer is: 12

How many incisors are present in the adult equine patient? Select one: a. 24 b. 6 c. 12 d. 36

The correct answer is: 12

The correct dental formula for an adult cat is: Select one: a. 2(l 3/3 C 1/1 P 3/2 M 2/1) = 32 b. 2(l 3/3 C 1/1 P 2/3 M 1/1) = 30 c. 2(l 3/3 C 1/1 P 3/2 M 1/1) = 30 d. 2(l 4/4 C 1/1 P 2/3 M 1/1) = 34

The correct answer is: 2(l 3/3 C 1/1 P 3/2 M 1/1) = 30

When using motorized equipment for an equine prophylaxis, speeds should range from ___________ to prevent thermal damage. Select one: a. 2000-3000 rpm b. 3000-4000 rpm c. 4000-5000 rpm d. 100-200 rpm

The correct answer is: 2000-3000 rpm

The normal sulcus depth in the dog is: Select one: a. 3mm b. 10mm c. 7mm d. 8mm

The correct answer is: 3mm

The normal sulcus depth in the dog is: Select one: a. 8mm b. 10mm c. 7mm d. 3mm

The correct answer is: 3mm

When brushing a pet-patient's teeth, which angle should the brush be held at? Select one: a. 45-degree angle b. 20-degree angle c. 35-degree angle d. 65-degree angle

The correct answer is: 45-degree angle

When brushing a pet-patient's teeth, which angle should the brush be held at? Select one: a. 65-degree angle b. 35-degree angle c. 45-degree angle d. 20-degree angle

The correct answer is: 45-degree angle

Of cats and dogs ages 6 years and older, approximately what percentage has periodontal disease? Select one: a. 50% b. 85% c. 20% d. 35%

The correct answer is: 85%

Of cats and dogs ages 6 years and older, approximately what percentage has periodontal disease? Select one: a. 85% b. 20% c. 35% d. 50%

The correct answer is: 85%

An oronasal fistula can often occur secondary to Select one: a. Retained deciduous incisors b. Abscess of the maxillary canine tooth c. Incisor root abscess d. Abscess of the mandibular canine tooth

The correct answer is: Abscess of the maxillary canine tooth

When conducting a tooth-by tooth evaluation with dental radiographs, when is the client given the total estimate for care? Select one: a. After the evaluation is completed while the patient is still anesthetized b. In the examination room c. When the animal is picked up after treatment d. On the telephone when the appointment is made

The correct answer is: After the evaluation is completed while the patient is still anesthetized

Most abnormal dental conditions experienced by lagomorphs and rodents are a result of: Select one: a. Diet b. All of the above c. Husbandry d. Environment

The correct answer is: All of the above

Most abnormal dental conditions experienced by lagomorphs and rodents are a result of: Select one: a. Diet b. Husbandry c. Environment d. All of the above

The correct answer is: All of the above

Why would a veterinary technician lavage a pathological pocket with chlorhexidine? Select one: a. To remove bacteria b. All of the above c. To remove free-floating debris d. To prevent the formation of an abscess

The correct answer is: All of the above

Why would a veterinary technician lavage a pathological pocket with chlorhexidine? Select one: a. To remove bacteria b. All of the above c. To remove free-floating debris d. To prevent the formation of an abscess

The correct answer is: All of the above

Which of the following image receptors is used in dental imaging? Select one: a. Neither b. Phosphor plates c. Both d. Film

The correct answer is: Both

Which of the following image receptors is used in dental imaging? Select one: a. Phosphor plates b. Film c. Neither d. Both

The correct answer is: Both

The heaviest calculus deposition in dogs and cats is typically located on the: Select one: a. Incisor teeth b. Buccal surfaces of the upper cheek teeth c. Lingual surfaces of the lower cheek teeth d. Lower canine teeth

The correct answer is: Buccal surfaces of the upper cheek teeth

What breed is prone to lip fold dermatitis? Select one: a. Labradors b. Bulldogs Corret c. Miniature pinschers d. Chihuahuas

The correct answer is: Bulldogs

What breed is prone to lip fold dermatitis? Select one: a. Miniature pinschers b. Chihuahuas c. Bulldogs d. Labradors

The correct answer is: Bulldogs

What term identifies the hard, mineralized substance on the tooth surface? Select one: a. Calculus b. Attrition c. Abrasion d. Plaque

The correct answer is: Calculus

A curette: Select one: a. Can be used either supragingivally or subgingivally b. Is used strictly as a supragingival instrument c. Is used to irrigate the teeth with air or water d. Is used to remove microetchants on the tooth surface after power scaling

The correct answer is: Can be used either supragingivally or subgingivally

Medium- and large-breed dogs are most commonly affected by dental decay, which is also known as: Select one: a. Furcation b. Enamel hypoplasia c. Caries d. Trauma

The correct answer is: Caries

Which of the following species does not have continually growing teeth? Select one: a. Equine b. Cat c. Rabbit d. Rat

The correct answer is: Cat

Which of the following options are best suited for rinsing a mouth before a dental prophy? Select one: a. 10% dilute betadine solution b. There is no need to rinse a mouth before a prophylaxis, but rinsing should be done after the procedure is completed c. Chlorhexidine gluconate d. 50% dilute ampicillin solution

The correct answer is: Chlorhexidine gluconate

Malocclusion in which the mandible is caudal to the maxilla is termed: Select one: a. Class 1 neutroclusions b. Dental malocclusion c. Class 3 mandibular mesioclusions d. Class 2 mandibular distoclusions

The correct answer is: Class 2 mandibular distoclusions

What is the main purpose of premolar teeth? Select one: a. Grinding b. Holding and tearing c. Cutting and breaking d. Gnawing and grooming

The correct answer is: Cutting and breaking

Periodontal disease is the result of the inflammatory process to: Select one: a. Systemic lupus b. Chronic stomatitis c. Systemic bacteria d. Dental plaque

The correct answer is: Dental plaque

Which of the following is the correct dental term/definition describing a tooth surface? Select one: a. Distal-farthest from the midline b. Mesial-nearest the front c. Distal-nearest the midline d. Mesial-farthest from the midline

The correct answer is: Distal-farthest from the midline

Which of the following is the correct dental term/definition describing a tooth surface? Select one: a. Distal-nearest the midline b. Mesial-farthest from the midline c. Distal-farthest from the midline d. Mesial-nearest the front

The correct answer is: Distal-farthest from the midline

Enamel hypoplasia is also referred to as: Select one: a. Odontalgia b. Dysplasia c. Anodontia d. Oligodontia

The correct answer is: Dysplasia

Enamel hypoplasia is also referred to as: Select one: a. Oligodontia b. Dysplasia c. Anodontia d. Odontalgia

The correct answer is: Dysplasia

If a tooth is fractured and there is a black spot in the center of the cut surface, into which you can place a dental explorer, the best treatment would be: Select one: a. Either a root canal or an extraction b. A discussion fees with the client and a determination of whether or not the patient experiences pain before therapy c. An x-ray to see if there are changes in the tooth or surrounding areas, with treatment provided according to findings d. An extraction

The correct answer is: Either a root canal or an extraction

f a tooth is fractured and there is a black spot in the center of the cut surface, into which you can place a dental explorer, the best treatment would be: Select one: a. An extraction b. Either a root canal or an extraction c. A discussion fees with the client and a determination of whether or not the patient experiences pain before therapy d. An x-ray to see if there are changes in the tooth or surrounding areas, with treatment provided according to findings

The correct answer is: Either a root canal or an extraction

Teeth that grow throughout an equine patient's life are termed: Select one: a. Elodont b. Hypsodont c. Anelodont d. Brachydont

The correct answer is: Elodont

Wry mouth refers to which of the following types of oral malocclusions? Select one: a. Elongation of the mandible in comparison to the maxilla b. Loss of maxillary incisors c. Elongation of the maxilla in comparison to the mandible d. Elongation of the head on either the left or right side

The correct answer is: Elongation of the head on either the left or right side

Wry mouth refers to which of the following types of oral malocclusions? Select one: a. Elongation of the maxilla in comparison to the mandible b. Loss of maxillary incisors c. Elongation of the head on either the left or right side d. Elongation of the mandible in comparison to the maxilla

The correct answer is: Elongation of the head on either the left or right side

The most common benign soft-tissue tumor of the oral cavity is a/an: Select one: a. Fibrosarcoma b. Malignant melanoma c. Epulis d. Squamous cell carcinoma

The correct answer is: Epulis

The most common benign soft-tissue tumor of the oral cavity is a/an: Select one: a. Squamous cell carcinoma b. Malignant melanoma c. Epulis d. Fibrosarcoma

The correct answer is: Epulis

All of the following are preventative measures that can be taken to prevent malocclusion, except: Select one: a. Interceptive orthodontics b. Extraction of persistent primary teeth c. Extraction of persistent permanent teeth d. A removable orthodontic device

The correct answer is: Extraction of persistent permanent teeth

Which of the following statements is false? Select one: a. Dental x-ray machines and digital software and hardware are ideal, and such equipment proves convenient and cost-effective b. Intraoral technique using parallel and bisecting angle views is essential for meaningful results to be obtained c. Radiography is mandatory for good dental practice d. Full mouth radiographs (1-2 views) are strongly advocated in cats to detect odontoclastic resorptive lesions

The correct answer is: Full mouth radiographs (1-2 views) are strongly advocated in cats to detect odontoclastic resorptive lesions

Which of the following statements is false? Select one: a. Radiography is mandatory for good dental practice b. Dental x-ray machines and digital software and hardware are ideal, and such equipment proves convenient and cost-effective c. Intraoral technique using parallel and bisecting angle views is essential for meaningful results to be obtained d. Full mouth radiographs (1-2 views) are strongly advocated in cats to detect odontoclastic resorptive lesions

The correct answer is: Full mouth radiographs (1-2 views) are strongly advocated in cats to detect odontoclastic resorptive lesions

The placement of an espohagostomy feeding tube benefits the dental patient after which procedure? Select one: a. Mandibulectomy or maxillectomy b. Excisional biopsy of a 3-mm epulis c. Routine cleaning and polishing d. Extraction of a maxillary canine tooth

The correct answer is: Mandibulectomy or maxillectomy

Which disease causes a cat to start spontaneously and aggressively pawing at the face and mouth and to cry out in pain? Select one: a. Chronic ulcerative gingivostomatitis b. Squamous cell carcinoma c. Tooth resorption d. Orofacial pain syndrome

The correct answer is: Orofacial pain syndrome

Which disease causes a cat to start spontaneously and aggressively pawing at the face and mouth and to cry out in pain? Select one: a. Tooth resorption b. Squamous cell carcinoma c. Chronic ulcerative gingivostomatitis d. Orofacial pain syndrome

The correct answer is: Orofacial pain syndrome

The only radiographic view that can be made with a true parallel technique is: Select one: a. Parallel oblique view b. Rostral mandibular view c. Parallel mandibular view d. Rostral maxillary

The correct answer is: Parallel mandibular view

The only radiographic view that can be made with a true parallel technique is: Select one: a. Rostral maxillary b. Parallel mandibular view c. Rostral mandibular view d. Parallel oblique view

The correct answer is: Parallel mandibular view

Which of the following is the correct order to process dental film? Select one: a. Passed through the developer, then the fixer, then the wash. b. Passed through the fixer, wash, developer, then the wash again c. Passed through the wash, developer, fixer, and wash again. d. Passed through the developer, wash, fixer, then the wash again.

The correct answer is: Passed through the developer, wash, fixer, then the wash again.

Which discipline deals with dental conditions specific to puppies and kittens? Select one: a. Exodontics b. Orthodontics c. Pedodontics d. Prosthodontics

The correct answer is: Pedodontics

The veterinary technician's role in treating periodontal disease includes all of the following except: Select one: a. Subgingival scaling b. Periodontal surgery c. Supragingival scaling d. Subgingival lavage

The correct answer is: Periodontal surgery

When referring to dental-related conditions, staging is a way to: Select one: a. Plan periodontal care b. Classify tumors c. Plan surgical care for cancerous tumors d. Determine how large a tumor is

The correct answer is: Plan surgical care for cancerous tumors

Internal resorption primarily affects the: Select one: a. Crown b. Pulp c. Enamel d. Dentin

The correct answer is: Pulp

Internal resorption primarily affects the: Select one: a. Dentin b. Enamel c. Crown d. Pulp

The correct answer is: Pulp

All of the following factors must be considered when aging a horse, except: Select one: a. Injury b. Environmental conditions c. Quantity of food d. Breed

The correct answer is: Quantity of food

In dental radiographs, periapical disease appears as a: Select one: a. Radiopaque area around the apex of the tooth b. Radiopaque area inside the tooth pulp c. Radiolucent area inside the tooth pulp d. Radiolucent area around the apex of the tooth

The correct answer is: Radiolucent area around the apex of the tooth

When scaling a tooth that has a large amount of calculus, the process should occur in which order? Select one: a. Remove residual supragingival deposits with hand instruments; use power scaler to remove deposits; remove gross dental deposits with ronguers or extraction forceps b. Remove gross dental deposits with ronguers or extraction forceps; remove residual supragingival deposits with hand instruments; use power scaler to remove remaining deposits c. A three-step process is not needed, and a power scale will remove all calculi d. Use power scaler to remove calculus buildup and deposits; remove gross dental deposits with ronguers or extraction forceps; remove residual supragingival deposits with hand instruments

The correct answer is: Remove gross dental deposits with ronguers or extraction forceps; remove residual supragingival deposits with hand instruments; use power scaler to remove remaining deposits

When scaling a tooth that has a large amount of calculus, the process should occur in which order? Select one: a. Use power scaler to remove calculus buildup and deposits; remove gross dental deposits with ronguers or extraction forceps; remove residual supragingival deposits with hand instruments b. Remove gross dental deposits with ronguers or extraction forceps; remove residual supragingival deposits with hand instruments; use power scaler to remove remaining deposits c. Remove residual supragingival deposits with hand instruments; use power scaler to remove deposits; remove gross dental deposits with ronguers or extraction forceps d. A three-step process is not needed, and a power scale will remove all calculi

The correct answer is: Remove gross dental deposits with ronguers or extraction forceps; remove residual supragingival deposits with hand instruments; use power scaler to remove remaining deposits

What is the most common cause for dental malocclusions? Select one: a. Overbite b. Bad breeding c. Skeletal defects d. Retained deciduous teeth

The correct answer is: Retained deciduous teeth

What is the most common cause for dental malocclusions? Select one: a. Retained deciduous teeth b. Bad breeding c. Overbite d. Skeletal defects

The correct answer is: Retained deciduous teeth

The first dental examination should occur when Select one: a. The animal is 2 to 3 years old b. The client requests it c. The animal is 6 to 8 weeks old d. A problem such as drooling or bad breath is noticed

The correct answer is: The animal is 6 to 8 weeks old

The first dental examination should occur when Select one: a. The animal is 6 to 8 weeks old b. The client requests it c. A problem such as drooling or bad breath is noticed d. The animal is 2 to 3 years old

The correct answer is: The animal is 6 to 8 weeks old

In horses, the term coronal refers to which portion of the tooth? Select one: a. The area closet to the tongue b. The tooth closest to the incisors c. The crown d. The area of the tooth farthest away from the occlusal surface

The correct answer is: The crown

In horses, the term coronal refers to which portion of the tooth? Select one: a. The tooth closest to the incisors b. The area of the tooth farthest away from the occlusal surface c. The area closet to the tongue d. The crown

The correct answer is: The crown

Dental dysplasia is the abnormal development of teeth that involve which of the following? Select one: a. Pulp b. The entire tooth c. Crown d. Roots

The correct answer is: The entire tooth

Dental dysplasia is the abnormal development of teeth that involve which of the following? Select one: a. Roots b. Crown c. Pulp d. The entire tooth

The correct answer is: The entire tooth

When grading furcation involvement, which of the following descriptions would be termed Grade 2? Select one: a. No furcation involvement b. The probe can be passed through the furcation from buccal to palatal/lingual c. The furcation can be felt with the probe/explorer, but horizontal tissue destruction is <{1/3} of the horizontal width d. The furcation can be explored, but the probe cannot pass through it

The correct answer is: The furcation can be explored, but the probe cannot pass through it

When grading furcation involvement, which of the following descriptions would be termed Grade 2? Select one: a. The furcation can be explored, but the probe cannot pass through it b. The furcation can be felt with the probe/explorer, but horizontal tissue destruction is <{1/3} of the horizontal width c. The probe can be passed through the furcation from buccal to palatal/lingual d. No furcation involvement

The correct answer is: The furcation can be explored, but the probe cannot pass through it

What is the purpose of the foil backing found on dental x-ray film? Select one: a. None of the above b. To absorb exiting remnant radiation c. To create a waterproof barrier around the film d. To be able to mold to the shape of the tooth

The correct answer is: To absorb exiting remnant radiation

An owner's goal when providing oral home care is: Select one: a. All of the above b. Subgingival lavage c. Suprascaling d. To remove or reduce the accumulation of plaque

The correct answer is: To remove or reduce the accumulation of plaque

An owner's goal when providing oral home care is: Select one: a. All of the above b. To remove or reduce the accumulation of plaque c. Subgingival lavage d. Suprascaling

The correct answer is: To remove or reduce the accumulation of plaque

You are looking at your dental radiograph and notice that the tooth is elongated. This happened because the beam was perpendicular to the: Select one: a. Bisecting angle b. Film c. Tooth d. Wrong tooth

The correct answer is: Tooth

You are looking at your dental radiograph and notice that the tooth is elongated. This happened because the beam was perpendicular to the: Select one: a. Bisecting angle b. Wrong tooth c. Tooth d. Film

The correct answer is: Tooth

Which of the following is the single most effective means of removing plaque? Select one: a. Dental diets b. Toothpaste c. All of the above d. Tooth brushing

The correct answer is: Tooth brushing

Which of the following is the single most effective means of removing plaque? Select one: a. Tooth brushing b. Dental diets c. All of the above d. Toothpaste

The correct answer is: Tooth brushing

Anodontia is defined as: Select one: a. Congenital absence of many, but not all, teeth b. Total absence of teeth c. Absence of only a few teeth d. Cleft palate

The correct answer is: Total absence of teeth

Abbreviations are commonly used in veterinary practice, and some abbreviations are exclusive to dental terminology. Which abbreviation best aligns with the uncomplicated crown fracture? Select one: a. CCF b. CCRF c. UCF d. UCRF

The correct answer is: UCF

Dental film should be placed in the mouth with the dimple facing: Select one: a. Down and pointing caudally b. Up and pointing rostrally c. Down and pointing rostrally d. Up and pointing caudally

The correct answer is: Up and pointing rostrally

Dental film should be placed in the mouth with the dimple facing: Select one: a. Up and pointing rostrally b. Down and pointing caudally c. Down and pointing rostrally d. Up and pointing caudally

The correct answer is: Up and pointing rostrally

Which of the following cardiac diseases is often associated with severe dental disease? Select one: a. HypVegetative endocarditisertrophic cardiomyopathy b. Vegetative endocarditis c. Ventricular arrhythmias d. Dilative cardiomyopathy

The correct answer is: Vegetative endocarditis


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