ADC ADC - Australian Dental Council Treatment Planning and Clinical Examination Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

A patient presents with trismus, fever, and a submandibular swelling that is crossing the midline. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Ludwig's angina

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Pericoronitis

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Lateral periodontal abscess

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Salivary gland obstruction

Question 2

What does the term 'informed consent' require in Australian dental practice?

Accepted Answer

The patient is provided with sufficient information about the proposed treatment, risks, alternatives, and consequences of no treatment, to make a voluntary decision

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The patient simply signs a form before treatment begins

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Consent is only required for surgical procedures

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Consent from the patient's family member is acceptable for an adult patient

Question 3

When treating a patient with a history of bisphosphonate use, which complication is of greatest concern following tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ)

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Increased risk of post-extraction dry socket

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Accelerated bone healing

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Increased post-operative bleeding

Question 4

In a comprehensive examination, what does the 'soft tissue examination' include?

Accepted Answer

Inspection of lips, cheeks, tongue, floor of mouth, palate, and oropharynx for lesions or abnormalities

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Assessment of tooth mobility and pocket depths only

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Recording of missing teeth and existing restorations

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Palpation of the temporomandibular joint only

Question 5

What is the significance of a positive response to cold thermal testing in a tooth with a deep carious lesion?

Accepted Answer

The pulp is still vital, though it may be inflamed (reversible or irreversible pulpitis)

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The tooth is non-vital and requires extraction

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Cold response indicates a normal, healthy tooth with no need for further investigation

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It rules out any periapical pathology

Question 6

Which of the following BEST describes the 'risk assessment' component of a modern dental treatment plan?

Accepted Answer

An evaluation of the patient's caries risk, periodontal risk, systemic health, and compliance to prioritize and modify treatment

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A list of all procedures to be performed

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A financial estimate provided to the patient before treatment begins

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Assessment limited to radiographic findings only