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1. Which is the most common cause of implant failure?

A. Tobacco usage B. Osteopetrosis C. Osteopenia D. Previous history of dental caries

2. What is the clinical significance of Janeway lesions in endocarditis?

A. They are painless, red macules or papules on the palms and soles. B. They are painful ulcers on the mucous membranes. C. They are caused by emboli in the brain. D. They are indicative of immune-mediated vasculitis.

3. What is the next step after taking an alginate impression?

A. Pour a cast B. Spray Hypochlorite C. Spray Chlorhexidine D. Rinse with water

4. While placing a dental implant in the mandibular anterior region, injury to which structure can lead to a life-threatening emergency?

A. Inferior alveolar nerve B. Mental nerve C. Sublingual artery D. Submandibular artery

5. How does the Law of Ante impact the design of a cantilever bridge?

A. It encourages the use of cantilevers for better stability. B. It restricts the use of cantilevers in fixed partial dentures. C. It has no relevance to the design of cantilever bridges. D. It emphasizes that the root surface area of abutment teeth must be equal to or greater than that of the teeth being replaced.

6. What structures are included in the biological width?

A. Sulcular epithelium and connective tissue B. Junctional epithelium and connective tissue attachment C. Periodontal ligament and alveolar bone D. Free gingiva and cementum

7. Which one is NOT typically considered a primary category of social determinants of health?

A. Economic Stability B. Education Access and Quality C. Medical history D. Neighborhood and Built Environment

8. In the primary dentition, what percentage of children typically exhibit a 'flush terminal plane' molar relationship?

A. Approximately 5% B. Approximately 37% C. Approximately 43% D. Approximately 60%

9. What is the term for the loss of tooth structure caused by chemical processes (like acid) not involving bacteria?

A. Dental caries B. Abrasion C. Erosion D. Attrition

10. Which of the following is NOT typically a job-related condition for dentists?

A. Carpal tunnel syndrome B. Gastrocnemius muscle spasm C. Chronic erector spinae strain D. Cervical spine discomfort

11. How is space created for mandibular posterior teeth?

A. Resorption at the posterior border of the ramus B. Resorption at the anterior border of the maxilla C. Resorption at the anterior border of the ramus D. Resorption at the anterior border of the lower border

12. In the context of the Law of Ante, what is the significance of 'group function'?

A. It refers to the arrangement of posterior teeth in fixed partial dentures B. It defines anterior guidance in complete dentures C. It indicates the number of abutment teeth needed for a fixed prosthesis D. It describes a type of occlusal contact where multiple teeth share the occlusal load

13. A 70-year-old patient wants to align his teeth. Which of the following is NOT a suitable treatment option?

A. Clear aligners B. Fixed orthodontic appliances C. Serial extractions D. Orthognathic surgery

14. What is the most likely Rh blood type of a child at risk for Erythroblastosis Fetalis when the mother is Rh-negative (O-) and the father is Rh-positive (A+)?

A. O+ B. O- C. A+ D. A-

15. What is the characteristic feature of a cyst capsule formed by Malassez epithelial rests?

A. It is well-defined and fibrous. B. It is impermeable to fluids. C. It is lined with enamel. D. It contains ameloblasts.

16. Which nerve primarily innervates the upper eyelid?

A. Ophthalmic branch of the trigeminal nerve (V1) B. Maxillary branch of the trigeminal nerve (V2) C. Mandibular branch of the trigeminal nerve (V3) D. Facial nerve (VII)

17. What is the term used in periodontics to describe a factor that serves as an indicator, determinant, or risk marker for a particular condition?

A. Predictor factor B. Risk factor C. Prognostic factor D. Diagnostic factor

18. Which of the following is NOT a known effect of radiation exposure on hair loss?

A. Telogen effluvium B. Alopecia areata C. Androgenetic alopecia D. Radiation-induced fibrosis

19. Which of the following is NOT a common potential side effect of local anesthetics used in dentistry?

A. Nausea B. Dizziness C. Paresthesia D. Bradycardia

20. A dentist may dismiss a patient from their care in all of the following situations, EXCEPT:

A. Non-compliance with treatment B. Missed multiple appointments C. Patient harassment of staff D. Completion of treatment

21. Which is not a phase of Zirconia?

A. Cubic B. Monolithic C. Pyramidal D. Tetragonal

22. Which material is commonly used for direct pulp capping due to its ability to stimulate dentin bridge formation?

A. Zinc oxide-eugenol B. Calcium hydroxide C. Glass ionomer cement D. Composite resin

23. When should a dental home be established?

A. 12-24 months B. 48 months C. As soon as the first tooth erupts D. As soon as all primary teeth erupt

24. Which bone elevates when swallowing?

A. Mandible B. Maxilla C. Hyoid bone D. Zygomatic bone

25. What happens in Liver cirrhosis except?

A. Increase platelets B. Decrease albumin C. Prolonged bleeding D. Decrease fibrinogen catabolism

26. Which of the following are semi-critical items?

A. Mouth mirror B. Digital sensor C. Dental handpiece D. Scalpel

27. What strain of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is most frequently linked with Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) in the tonsils?

A. HPV-6 B. HPV-11 C. HPV- 16 D. HPV- 18

28. Which of the following is a characteristic of tooth dilaceration?

A. A smooth, straight root B. A sharp bend of the root C. Multiple root canals D. Shallow enamel ridges

29. What is generally true regarding bone resorption patterns after tooth loss?

A. When Mandible resorbs, it gets relatively wider. B. When maxilla resorbs, it gets wider. C. Maxilla resorbs faster than mandible. D. Both resorb at the same speed.

30. Which class of drugs is commonly used as first-line treatment for trigeminal neuralgia?

A. Antidepressants B. Antipsychotics C. Anticonvulsants D. Opioids

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