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  1. Which condition is characterised by multiple dentigerous cysts, odontogenic keratocysts and calcifying jaw cysts as part of a syndrome?

    Answer: Gorlin-Goltz syndrome

    Gorlin-Goltz syndrome (naevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrome) is caused by PTCH1 mutation and includes multiple OKCs, basal cell carcinomas and skeletal anomalies.

  2. Ranula is a mucocele arising from which gland?

    Answer: Sublingual gland

    A ranula is a pseudocyst (extravasation mucocele) arising from the sublingual gland, producing a bluish, fluctuant swelling in the floor of the mouth.

  3. Cotton wool appearance on radiographs is characteristic of which condition?

    Answer: Paget's disease of bone

    Paget's disease in the remodelling (mixed) phase produces a characteristic 'cotton wool' or 'ground glass' radiographic appearance due to disorganised woven bone formation.

  4. Which marker is elevated in Sjögren's syndrome and is used diagnostically?

    Answer: Anti-Ro (SSA) and Anti-La (SSB)

    Anti-Ro (SSA) and Anti-La (SSB) antibodies are characteristic of Sjögren's syndrome and form part of the international diagnostic criteria for the condition.

  5. Koplik's spots in the oral mucosa are a prodromal feature of:

    Answer: Measles

    Koplik's spots (bluish-white spots on a red background on the buccal mucosa opposite the molars) appear 1–2 days before the skin rash of measles.

  6. Which form of aphthous ulceration leaves scarring on healing?

    Answer: Major aphthous ulcers

    Major aphthous ulcers (Sutton's disease) are large, deep and slow-healing ulcers that frequently leave scarring, unlike the minor form which heals without scar.