Dentistry VTNE Review

When comparing the size of the upper canine tooth, how much of the tooth is exposed versus that below the gemlike? a. 1/3 b. 1/2 c. 2/3 d. 3/4

a. 1/3

Using the Triadan system, the proper way to describe a dog's first maxillary left permanent premolar is: a. 205 b. 105 c. 306 d. 502

a. 205

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

a. CCF

Which of the following teeth are not normally present in the adult cat? a. P1 and P1 and P2 b. lower P and upper P and P2 c. upper second incision, and lower incisor d. PM3 and PM4

a. P1 and P1 and P2

Prognathism is a normal condition in brachycephalic breeds but is considered a genetic defect in other breeds. It is best characterized as: a. a mandible that is long than the maxilla b. a maxilla that is longer than the mandible c. one side of the head being longer than the other d. an overly long soft palate

a. a mandible that is longer than the maxilla

Brachygnathism is a genetic defect best characterized as: a. a maxilla that is longer than the mandible b. a mandible that is longer than the maxilla c. a lack of incisors d. polydontia

a. a maxilla that is longer than the mandible

A bulldog would be described as having what type of head shape? a. brachycephalic b. dolichocephalic c. mesaticephalic/mesocephalic d. prognacephalic

a. brachycephalic

Which of the following statements about canine toy breeds is true? a. chronic impaction of incision teeth with hair and debris often results in a chronic osteomyelitis b. malocclusions are rare in toy breeds in comparison with giant breeds c. enamel hypoplasia is a common finding in toy breeds d. prognathism is considered a genetic defect in brachycephalic breeds

a. chronic impaction of incision teeth with hair and debris often results in a chronic osteomyelitis

When assessing and quantifying gingivitis, the modified Loe and Silness index is ofter referred to. According to this index, a gingiva index 0 indicates: a. clinically healthy gingiva b. mild gingivitis with slight reddening and swelling of the gingival margins c. moderate gingivitis, with gentle probing resulting in bleeding d. severe gingivitis, in which there is spontaneous hemorrhage and/or ulceration of the gingival margin

a. clinically healthy gingiva

Oligodontia is defined as: a. congenital absence of many, but not all, teeth b. total absence of teeth c. absence of only a few teeth d. difficulty eating

a. congenital absence of many, but not all, teeth

When scaling gross calculus from the teeth: a. hold the scaler using a modified pen grasp b. hold the scaler using a modified screwdriver grasp c. use long controlled strokes toward the gums d. hold the curette using a modified pen grasp

a. hold the scaler using a modified pen grasp

A biopsy report confirms that an oral mass is an acanthomatous epulis; what can be said about this growth? a. it is a nonmalignant tumor b. it is a malignant tumor c. it is very likely to metastasize d. it is related to the presence of a malocclusion

a. it is a nonmalignant tumor

From birth to 9 months of age, what condition is not present in the oral cavity? a. occurrence of oral masses b. missing teeth c. extra teeth d. abnormal jaw length

a. occurrence of oral masses

The thing film covering a tooth that is composed of bacteria, saliva, and food particles is: a. plaque b. attrition c. calculus d. abrasion

a. plaque

An older dog with dental disease is presented to the clinic with a draining tract below his right eye. What is the most likely cause? a. right sided maxillary carnassial tooth root abscess b. left sided maxillary carnassial tooth root abscess c. right sided mandibular carnassial tooth root abscess d. maxillary incisor tooth root abscess

a. right sided maxillary carnassial tooth root abscess

Apical means "toward the:" a. root tip b. crown c. cheek d. tongue

a. root tip

What stage of periodontal disease shows no change to the alveolar height, but includes milk gingival inflammation? a. stage 1 b. stage 2 c. stage 3 d. stage 4

a. stage 1

The crown of a tooth is defined as: a. that portion above the gum line and covered by enamel b. the most terminal portion of the root c. that portion below the gum line d. the layer of bony tissue that attaches to the alveolar bone

a. that portion above the gum line and covers by enamel

Why would thermal bone injury be a complication of tooth extraction? a. the bur will overheat and damage the soft tissue and bone b. thermal injury is not a concern, as you are removing the tooth anyways c. tooth elevators cause excessive heat, which could injure the soft tissue around the tooth that is being extracted d. tooth extractors cause excessive heat, which could injure the remaining teeth

a. the bur will overheat and damage the soft tissue and bone

The bisecting angle technique is a method for radiographing the oral cavity. The description that adequately describes this technique is a. the central radiation beam is directed perpendicular to the line and the long axis of the tooth b. the central radiation beam is directed parallel to the line that bisects the angle formed by the film and the perpendicular axis of the tooth c. the central radiation beam is directed perpendicular to the tooth root d. the central radiation beam is directed perpendicular to the film or sensor

a. the central radiation beam is directed perpendicular to the line and the long axis of the tooth

When the pulp cavity of a tooth is exposed what is the appropriate procedure that should be performed? a. tooth extraction or root canal therapy b. no procedure is required c. crown amputation with intentional root retention d. prophylactic dentistry to reduce tartar and plaque buildup on the tooth

a. tooth extraction or root canal therapy

The Triadan system is a: a. tooth identification system designed to aid in dental charting b. complete system that includes an ultrasonic scaler and polisher c. method for performing radiographs of molars d. complete home care dental system for use by clients

a. tooth identification system designed to aid in dental charting

Dental film should be placed in the mouth with the dimple facing: a. up and pointing rostrally b. up and pointing caudally c. down and pointing rostrally d. down and pointing caudally

a. up and pointing rostrally

The carnassial teeth in dogs are: a. upper P4 and lower M1 b. lower and upper P and lower and upper P c. upper molar and lower molar d. upper canine and lower canine

a. upper P4 and lower M1

To protect the pulp tissue of teeth from thermal damage during ultrasonic scaling, one should: a. use constant irrigation b. change tips frequently c. use slow rotational speed d. use appropriate amounts of past

a. use constant irrigation

The range for acceptable gingival sulcus measurement in cats is: a. 1-3mm b. 0.5-1mm c. 1.5-4.5mm d. 0.005-0.007mm

b. 0.5-1mm

At what age do the permanent canine and premolar teeth in dogs generally erupt? a. 3-5 months b. 4-6 months c. 5-7 months d. 6-8 months

b. 4-6 months

Using the Triadan system, the proper way to describe a cat's first mandibular right molar is: a. 407 b. 409 c. 109 d. 909

b. 409

The normal adult canine mouth has how many permanent teeth? a. 40 b. 42 c. 48 d. 52

b. 42

The following statements are all true except: a. sulcus depth is measured using a probe b. a sulcus depth <3mm is normal in a cat c. a sulcus depth >3 mm indicates periodontal disease d. the probe is inserted gently into the gingival sulcus parallel to the root of the tooth

b. a sulcus depth <3mm is normal in a cat

In patients with severe, chronic periodontal disease, medication can be administered before a dental cleaning is performed. What is the most common type of medication chosen for these animals? a. corticosteroids b. antimicrobials c. NSAIDs d. immunostimulants

b. antimicrobials

Perioceutics refer to which of the following? a. procedure to restore the periodontal ligament b. application of time-released antibiotics directly within the oral cavity c. use of antibiotics before dental procedure d. procedure to cap the pulp cavity of the tooth

b. application of time-released antibiotics directly within the oral cavity

What term identifies the wearing away of enamel by tooth-against-tooth contact during mastication? a. plaque b. attrition c. calculus d. abrasion

b. attrition

The term that best describes a dog with an abnormally short mandible is: a. prognathism b. brachygnathism c. mesaticephalic d. dolichocephalic

b. brachygnathism

Normal scissor occlusion occurs when the maxillary fourth premolars occlude: a. level with mandibular fourth premolar b. buccally to mandibular first molar c. buccally to mandibular fourth premolar d. lingually to mandibular first molar

b. buccally to mandibular first molar

Pocket depth is measured from the: a. cementoenamel junction to the bottom of the pocket b. current free gingival margin to the bottom to the gingival sulcus c. cementoenamel junction to the current free gingival margin and then adding 1-2mm d. cementoenamel junction to the apical extent of the defect

b. current free gingival margin to the bottom of the gingival sulcus

In veterinary dentistry, chlorhexidine solutions are used because they: a. prevent cementoenamel erosion b. have antibacterial properties c. remove enamel stains and whiten teeth d. are used to treat gingival hyperplasia in brachycephalic breeds

b. have antibacterial properties

Stomatitis is defined as: a. bad breath evident when dental work needs done b. inflammation of the mouth's soft tissue c. resorption of hard dental tissues d. inflammation and infection of some or all of the tooth's supportive tissues

b. inflammation of the mouth's soft tissue

When polishing teeth using an air driven unit, at what speed should the hand piece be set? a. high speed b. low speed c. either high or low is acceptable d. finishing speed

b. low speed

Which teeth on each side of the dogs mouth have three roots? a. maxillary: third and fourth premolars and first molar b. maxillary: fourth premolars and first and second molars c. mandibular: fourth premolars and first and second molars d. mandibular and maxillary: fourth premolars and first and second molars

b. maxillary: fourth premolars and first and second molars

The nerve and blood vessels of a tooth are located in the: a. sulcus b. pulp cavity c. marrow cavity d. calculus

b. pulp cavity

Sometimes a 0.12% chlorhexidine solution is sprayed in the patient's mouth before beginning dental prophylaxis. What is the benefit of this activity? a. sterilized the patient's mouth before the procedure b. reduces the bacterial load in the mouth to reduce exposure to the technician who performs the procedure c. substitutes for prophylactic antibiotic therapy d. provides topical anesthesia activity

b. reduces the bacterial load in the mouth to reduce exposure to the technician who performs the procedure

What drug should not be given to pregnant dogs because it may cause discoloration of the puppies' teeth? a. amoxicillin b. tetracycline c. chloremphenicol d. penicillin

b. tetracycline

Which of the following statement is false regarding patient safety during dentistry? a. provide thermal support to the patient during the dental procedure as hypothermia can results b. the ETT should be uncured so that the tube can be easily manipulated when performing dentistry c. large breed dogs should be rolled with their legs under to prevent a gastric dilatation and volvulus crisis d. one mist monitor the patient to ensure that fluids and debris from the dentistry do not gain access to the trachea

b. the ETT should be uncured so that the tube can be easily manipulated when performing dentistry

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

b. the furcation can be felt with the probe/explorer, but horizontal tissue destruction is <1/3 of the horizontal width

Which of the following statements about the eruption of permanent teeth is false? a. the permanent upper canines erupt mesial to the deciduous canines b. the permanent lower canines erupt buccal to the deciduous canines c. the permanent incisors erupt distal to the deciduous incisors d. the permanent canine teeth erupt at 5 go 6 months of age in the dogs

b. the permanent lower canines erupt buccal to the deciduous teeth

The furcation is best described as: a. the area between the cementum and the enamel b. the space between two roots where they meet the crown c. the space between the root and the alveolar bone d. the space between two teeth

b. the space between two roots where the meet the crown

You are looking at your dental radiograph and notice that the tooth is elongated. This happened because the beam was perpendicular to the: a. film b. tooth c. bisecting angle d. wrong tooth

b. tooth

Which of the following is a complication that might develop if a curette is used improperly a. etched tooth enamel b. torn epithelial attachment c. overheated tooth d. bitten technician

b. torn epithelial attachment

When using hand instruments to clean teeth: a. use modified pen grasp with back and forth scraping motion b. use modified pen grasp with overlapping pull strokes that are directed away from the gingival margin c. use the sickle scaler for subgingival curettage d. the curette is best used supragingivally

b. used modified pen grasp with overlapping pull strokes that are directed away from the gingival margin

A malocclusion in which the canines erupt in an overly upright position, or the mandible is narrowed, is known as: a. posterior crossbite b. base narrow mandibular canines c. wry mouth d. rostral crossbite

base narrow mandibular canines

Which of the following correctly describes the adult feline dental formula? a. 2x{I 2/1:C 0/0:P 3/2:M 3/3} b. 2x{I 3/3:C 1/1:P 4/4:M 2/3} c. 2x{I 3/3:C 1/1:P 3/2:M 1/1} d. 2x{I 3/3:C 1/1:P 3/3}

c. 2x{1 3/3:C 1/1:P 3/2M: 1/1}

When taking radiographs of the canine tooth in a large breed dog, what size of dental film should be used to ensure that the whole tooth is included? a. 0 b. 2 c. 4 d. 8" x 10" screen film

c. 4

An oronasal fistula can often occur secondary to: a. abscess of the mandibular canine tooth b. incision root abscess c. abscesses of the maxillary canine tooth d. retained deciduous incisors

c. abscesses of the maxillary canine tooth

Hypodontia is defined as: a. congenital absence of many, but not all teeth b. total absence of teeth c. absence of only a few teeth d. inflammation of the mouth

c. absence of only a few teeth

The flap side of the dental film should face: a. any direction, because it does not matter b. toward the tube head c. away from the tube head d. the caudal side of the animal

c. away from the tube head

What mineralized tissue covers the root of the tooth? a. calculus b. enamel c. cementum d. dentin

c. cementum

Dentin is covered by: a. enamel and bone b. bone and pulp c. cementum and enamel d. pulp and cementum

c. cementum and enamel

The occlusal surface is defined as the: a. surface facing the hard palate b. surface nearer the cheek c. chewing surface of the tooth d. surface nearer the tongue

c. chewing surface of the tooth

The pulp of the tooth has which of the following functions? a. anchors the root to the alveolar bone with a fibrous ligament b. provides the crown with a protective, hard surface c. contains blood vessels and nerves that provide nutrition and sensation to the tooth d. makes up the bulk of the tooth structure

c. contains blood vessels and nerves that provide nutrition and sensation to the tooth

As part of normal tooth development, what part of the tooth widens? a. enamel b. pulp c. dentin d. gingiva

c. dentin

A dog exposed to distemper as a puppy may develop which of the following oral conditions? a. adontia b. polydontia c. enamel hypoplasia d. enamel staining

c. enamel hypoplasia

What is the most common clinical sign of feline stomatitis? a. fractured crowns and/or granulation tissue at the cementoenamel junction b. thickening or bulging of the alveolar bone of the maxillary canine teeth c. erythematous, ulcerative, proliferative lesions affecting the gingiva, glossopalatine arches, tongue, lips, buccal mucosa, and/or hard palate d. granular, orange-colored ulcerations found on the upper lips adjacent to the philtrum

c. erythematous, ulcerative, proliferative lesions affecting the gingiva, glossopalatine arches, tongue, lips, buccal mucosa, and/or hard palate

Another term for neck lesions often seen on feline teeth is: a. peripheral odontogenic fibroma b. stomatitis c. feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions d. enamel fracture

c. feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions

Feline cervical line lesions/feline neck lesions/ feline respiratory lesions are of great concern to veterinarians. Which of the following statements regarding these lesions is false? a. feline resorptive lesions are aggressive dental caries that result in resorption of roots and subsequent tooth loss b. feline resorptive lesions often present with a raspberry seed-type sign at the base of the tooth where it meets the gingival margin c. feline resorptive lesions are effectively managed with steroid administration d. it is common to find more than one feline cervical line lesion in the oral cavity

c. feline resorptive lesions are defectively managed with steroid administration

The free of marginal gingiva: a. occupies the space between the teeth b. is the most apical portion of the gingiva c. forms the gingival sulcus around the teeth d. is tightly bound to the cementum

c. forms the gingival sulcus around the tooth

When grading tooth mobility, which of the following grades corresponds to a grade 2? a. no mobility b. horizontal movement of <1mm c. horizontal movement of >1mm d. vertical and horizontal movement

c. horizontal movement of >1mm

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

c. imaginary line that bisects the angle formed by the tooth's long axis and film plane

A client would like to know what chew toy would be safest for her dog's teeth. You suggest that she is best to give "Fido" a: a. dried cow hoof b. nylon rope toy c. dense rubber exerciser d. large knucklebone

c. large rubber exerciser

The upper fourth premolar communicates with what sinus?> a. mandibular b. occipital c. maxillary d. orbital

c. maxillary

When assessing and quantifying gingivitis, the modified Loe and Silness index is ofter referred to. according to this index, a gingival index 3 indicates: a. clinically healthy gingiva b. mild gingivitis with slight reddening and swelling of the gingival margins c. moderate gingivitis, with gentle probing resulting in bleeding d. severe gingivitis, in which there is spontaneous hemorrhage and/or ulceration of the gingival margin

c. moderate gingivitis, with gentle probing resulting in bleeding

How much tracheal rupture occurs in feline dental patients? a. packing the pharyngeal area too tightly b. using a cuffed ETT c. overinflation of the ETT d. disconnecting the breathing circuit before turning the patient

c. overinflation of the ETT

Gingivoplasty is the: a. addition of more gingiva to the site b. binding of the loose teeth together to stabilize them during a healing process c. removal of hyper plastic gingival tissue d. removal of a portion of the tooth structure

c. removal of hyper plastic gingival tissue

A scaler is used to: a. check the tooth's root surface for any irregularities b. measure the depth of gingival recession c. scale large amounts of calculus from the tooth surface d. scale calculus from the tooth surface located in the gingival sulcus

c. scale large amounts of calculus from the tooth surface

All of the following are complications that may result from extraction, except: a. hemorrhage b. jaw fracture c. stomatitis d. oronasal fistula

c. stomatitis

Which statement concerning the polishing aspect of dental prophylaxis is the least accurate? a. a slow speed should be used b. adequate prophylactic paste is needed for lubrication and polishing c. the polisher should remain on the tooth for as long as is needed to polish the tooth d. if teeth are not polished, the rough enamel will promote bacterial plaque formation

c. the polisher should remain on the tooth for as long as is needed to polish the tooth

Which of the following statements is false when performing an ultrasonic scaling during routine dental prophylaxis? a. the ultrasonic scaler should not be on the tooth for longer than 10-15 seconds at a time to prevent thermal damage to the pulp cavity b. the ultrasonic scaler should be grasped like a pencil c. the side of the instrument should be used against the tooth rather than the tip

c. the side of the instrument should be used against the tooth rather than the tip

You have an instrument in your hand that has two sharp sides, a rounded back, and a rounded point. Which instrument are you holding? a. sickle scaler b. morse scaler c. universal curette d. sickle curette

c. universal curette

Between patients, it is best to maintain instruments in which order: a. use, sharpen, wash, sterilize b. use, wash, sterilize, sharpen c. use, wash, sharpen, sterilize d. wash, sterilize, use, sharpen

c. use, wash, sharpen, sterilize

A malocclusion where one side of the mandible or maxilla is disproportionate to its other side is known as: a. posterior crossbite b. base narrow mandibular canines c. wry mouth d. rostral crossbite

c. wry mouth

Abbreviations are commonly used in veterinary practice, and some abbreviations are exclusive to dental terminology. Which abbreviation best aligns with a complicated crown and root fracture? a. CCF b. URF c. UCRF d. CCRF

d. CCRF

What term identifies the loss of tooth structure by an outside cause? a. plaque b. attrition c. calculus d. abrasion

d. abrasion

What members of the veterinary staff make up the oral health care team? a. veterinarian b. veterinary technician c. receptionist d. all of the above

d. all of the above

The pulp canal of a tooth contains: a. nerves b. blood vessels c. connective tissue and blood vessels d. blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissues

d. blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissues

The periodontist includes the periodontal ligament and all of the following except: a. gingiva b. cementum c. alveolar bone d. enamel

d. enamel

The most common dental procedure performed on a horse is: a. quidding b. curettage c. scaling d. floating

d. floating

Which of the following statements regarding enamel is true? a. contains living tissue b. covers the tooth crown and root c. continues production by the ameloblasts after eruption d. is relatively nonporous and impervious

d. is relatively nonporous and impervious

Dry socket is more likely to occur when one: a. ensures there is an increased blood supply to the area b. practices good surgical technique c. allows a blood clots to form so that fibroblasts are formed d. overirrigates the tooth socket so that no clot can form

d. overirrigates the tooth socket so that no clot can form

Which of the following statements is false with respect to polishing an animal's teeth following scaling? a. the polishing paste used should be of medium or fine granularity b. polishing acts to remove microscopic gooses left by the scaling process c. the polishing instrument should be moved form tooth to tooth to prevent thermal damage to the pulp d. polishing is a means for removing stubborn plaque that occurs below the gum line

d. polishing is a means for removing stubborn plaque that occurs below the gum line

Malocclusions can lead to dental disease for all of the following reasons except: a. soft-tissue trauma from teeth that are abnormally positioned b. accelerated development of periodontal disease resulting from the lack or normal wear and normal flushing of teeth with saliva c. abnormal wear of teeth resulting from malposition leading to fracture and pulp exposure d. presence of resorptive lesions leading to the destruction of teeth

d. presence of resorptive lesions leading to the destruction of teeth

When performing a dental trophy, minimal safety equipment includes: a. gloves only b. gloves and mask only c. safety glasses only d. safety glasses, mask, gloves

d. safety glasses, mask, and gloves

A curette is used to: a. check the tooth's surface for any irregularities b. measure the depth of gingival recession c. scale large amounts of calculus from the tooth's surface d. scale calculus from the tooth surface located in the gingival sulcus

d. scale calculus from the tooth surface located in the gingival sulcus

To prep a patient for surgical tooth extraction which of the following should occur? a. no prep is needed. it is best to extract and then to clean the remaining teeth (this is a more efficient process, yielding a shorter anesthesia time) b. rinse the mouth with chlorhexidine, then extract c. scale, polish, then extract d. scale, polish, rinse with chlorhexidine, then extract

d. scale, polish, rinse with chlorhexidine, then extract

When grading furcation involvement, with of the following descriptions is termed grade 3? a. no furcation involvement b. the furcation can be felt with the probe/explorer, but horizontal tissue destruction is <1/3 of the horizontal width c. the furcation can be explored, but the probe cannot pass through it d. the probe can be passed through the furcation from buccal to palatal/lingual

d. the probe can be passed through the furcation from buccal to palatal/lingual

Which of the following statements is true about ultrasonic scaling? a. ultrasonic scaling is the only method to clean a tooth surface fully b. Ultrasonic scaling causes thermal damage to the top is the tip is kept on a tooth for <5 seconds c. the ultrasonic scaler works by spraying the tooth with water to wash the tooth clean d. the purpose of the water spray on an ultrasonic scaler is to cool the tip of the instrument and cool the tooth to prevent pulp damage

d. the purpose of the water spray on an ultrasonic scaler is to cool the tip of the instrument and cool the tooth to prevent pulp damage

While performing a routine prophylactic dentistry, the veterinary technician notes a large, red raised lesion on the lip of her feline patient. The client noted that the lesion "comes and goes." What is a reasonable explanation differential for this lesion? a. feline resorptive lesion b. trauma related lesion c. eosinophilic ulcer d. tumor

d. tumor

Which tooth has three roots? a. upper canine b. lower first premolar c. lower first molar d. upper fourth premolar

d. upper fourth premolar

When grading tooth mobility, with of the following grades corresponds to a grade 3? a. no mobility b. horizontal movement <1 mm c. horizontal movement >1 mm d. vertical and horizontal movement

d. vertical and horizontal movement

A malocclusion in which the upper fourth pemolar lies palatal to the first molars is known as: a. posterior crossbite b. base narrow mandibular canines c. wry mouth d. rostral crossbite

posterior crossbite

A malocclusion in which one or more of the upper incision teeth are caudal to the lower incisions is known as: a. posterior crossbite b. base narrow mandibular canines c. wry mouth d. rostral crossbite

rostral crossbite