ADC ADC - Australian Dental Council Clinical Examination and Treatment Planning Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which index is used to assess the severity of periodontal disease in the ADC examination context?

Accepted Answer

Basic Periodontal Examination (BPE)

Answer

DMFT index

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OHI-S index

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CPITN score

Question 2

When examining a patient for temporomandibular disorder (TMD), which finding is most significant?

Accepted Answer

Deviation of the mandible on opening with restricted range of motion and pain

Answer

Clicking sound only on mouth opening

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Mild muscle soreness only on palpation

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Slightly reduced interincisal opening with no pain

Question 3

Which test is most appropriate to determine pulp vitality in a tooth with a full-coverage crown?

Accepted Answer

Electric pulp test

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Cold test (ethyl chloride)

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Hot test (gutta-percha)

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Percussion test

Question 4

A patient presents with a radiolucency at the apex of a non-vital tooth with no swelling. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Periapical granuloma or cyst

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Periapical abscess

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Lateral periodontal cyst

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Dentigerous cyst

Question 5

Which ASA classification would be assigned to a patient with well-controlled Type 2 diabetes and no other systemic conditions?

Accepted Answer

ASA II

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ASA I

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ASA III

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ASA IV

Question 6

What is the significance of a sinus tract (fistula) found in the oral mucosa?

Accepted Answer

It indicates a chronic infection with a draining pathway, often from a necrotic pulp or abscess

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It always indicates acute infection requiring immediate extraction

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It is a normal anatomical variant in adults

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It only occurs in association with impacted teeth