NBDHE NBDHE Patient Education and Preventive Dentistry 2

Question 1

The modified Stillman toothbrushing technique is specifically recommended for patients with:

Accepted Answer

Gingival recession and exposed root surfaces

Answer

Deep periodontal pockets

Answer

Fixed orthodontic appliances

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Implant-supported restorations

Question 2

Which type of dental floss is most recommended for patients with tight contact points?

Accepted Answer

Waxed floss

Answer

Unwaxed floss

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Dental tape

Answer

Super floss

Question 3

The DMFT index records:

Accepted Answer

Decayed, missing, and filled permanent teeth

Answer

Plaque accumulation on all surfaces

Answer

Probing depth and attachment loss

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Fluorosis severity on enamel

Question 4

Professionally applied fluoride varnish provides caries protection primarily through:

Accepted Answer

A sustained topical fluoride reservoir on tooth surfaces

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Systemic ingestion via saliva

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Direct antimicrobial killing only

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Dentin tubule occlusion only

Question 5

Secondary prevention in dentistry is best illustrated by:

Accepted Answer

Early detection and treatment of incipient gingivitis

Answer

Community water fluoridation

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Application of pit and fissure sealants

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Nutritional counseling to reduce sugar intake

Question 6

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, a child's first dental visit should occur:

Accepted Answer

By age 1 or within 6 months of the first tooth erupting

Answer

At age 3 years

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When all primary teeth have erupted

Answer

At age 2 years