Dental Review and Assessment 2

Question 1

During a comprehensive oral evaluation, which classification system is most commonly used to record periodontal disease severity?

Accepted Answer

AAP staging and grading

Answer

The AAP (American Academy of Periodontology) staging and grading system classifies periodontal disease severity and progression.

Question 2

A probing depth of 5 mm with bleeding on probing and 2 mm of recession indicates what clinical attachment loss?

Accepted Answer

7 mm

Answer

Clinical attachment loss equals probing depth plus recession, so 5 mm + 2 mm = 7 mm.

Question 3

Which radiograph is the standard of choice for detecting interproximal caries?

Accepted Answer

Bitewing

Answer

Bitewing radiographs best reveal interproximal (between-teeth) caries and crestal bone levels.

Question 4

When assessing a patient's blood pressure of 165/95 mmHg, this reading is classified as which stage of hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Stage 2

Answer

A systolic of 140+ or diastolic of 90+ mmHg is classified as Stage 2 hypertension under current guidelines.

Question 5

Which finding during an oral cancer screening is MOST concerning and warrants biopsy?

Accepted Answer

A non-healing ulcer present over 2 weeks

Answer

A non-healing ulcer lasting more than two weeks is a classic warning sign of oral malignancy.

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