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Diagnostic & Treatment Planning Techniques Flashcards

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  1. Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of a diagnostic wax-up in treatment planning?

    Answer: It visualizes the proposed treatment outcome before irreversible procedures begin

    A diagnostic wax-up allows clinician and patient to preview proposed changes before any irreversible dental treatment.

  2. A patient presents with tooth wear affecting the palatal surfaces of the maxillary anterior teeth. This pattern is MOST characteristic of:

    Answer: Erosion from gastric acid or acidic beverages

    Palatal erosion of maxillary anteriors is the classic pattern of acid erosion, often from GERD or dietary acids.

  3. When assessing a patient's smile line, the ideal relationship of the upper lip to the maxillary incisors at rest is:

    Answer: 1–3 mm of incisal edge is visible

    Ideally, 1–3 mm of the maxillary incisal edge is visible below the upper lip at rest.

  4. Which of the following systemic conditions is MOST associated with increased susceptibility to periodontal disease?

    Answer: Type 2 diabetes mellitus

    Poorly controlled Type 2 diabetes significantly impairs immune response and wound healing, increasing periodontal susceptibility.

  5. A cone-beam CT (CBCT) scan is MOST indicated over conventional 2D radiography for which of the following situations?

    Answer: Assessment of impacted third molar proximity to the inferior alveolar nerve

    CBCT provides 3D visualization of the spatial relationship between impacted teeth and vital structures such as the IAN.

  6. In applying the risk-benefit analysis for treatment planning, which patient factor MOST increases the risk associated with elective dental procedures?

    Answer: Recent myocardial infarction within the past 6 months

    A recent MI within 6 months significantly elevates cardiovascular risk and often warrants postponement of elective dental treatment.

  7. Which of the following BEST defines a 'strategic tooth' in treatment planning?

    Answer: A tooth critical to the overall function or support of a prosthetic plan

    A strategic tooth is one whose retention is essential to support a prosthesis or maintain occlusal stability in the treatment plan.