ORE Part 2 Prosthetics & Dentures

Question 1

What is the most common cause of denture stomatitis (Newton Type II)?

Accepted Answer

Candida albicans infection under the denture

Answer

Poorly fitting denture only

Answer

Allergy to acrylic

Answer

Bacterial plaque accumulation

Question 2

When recording the occlusal vertical dimension (OVD) for a complete denture, which clinical sign is used?

Accepted Answer

Freeway space (rest vertical dimension minus OVD = 2–4 mm)

Answer

Maximum mouth opening

Answer

Ridge form assessment

Answer

Phonetic 'S' sounds only

Question 3

What is the neutral zone in complete denture construction?

Accepted Answer

The zone where muscular forces from lips, cheeks, and tongue are balanced

Answer

The area of maximum ridge resorption

Answer

The occlusal plane reference position

Answer

The posterior palatal seal area

Question 4

Which occlusal scheme is most commonly prescribed for complete dentures?

Accepted Answer

Balanced occlusion

Answer

Canine guidance

Answer

Group function

Answer

Mutually protected occlusion

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of posterior palatal seal in a complete upper denture?

Accepted Answer

Maintain peripheral seal and retention

Answer

Prevent over-extension posteriorly

Answer

Aid in pronunciation

Answer

Reduce palate coverage

Question 6

What clinical sign indicates that the occlusal vertical dimension has been set too high in a new complete denture?

Accepted Answer

Clicking teeth on speaking and reduced freeway space

Answer

Difficulty chewing only

Answer

Denture appears too large aesthetically

Answer

No visible signs