FREE NDHCE Periodontology Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the primary characteristic of periodontitis?

Accepted Answer

Bone loss around the teeth

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Inflammation limited to the gingiva

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Absence of clinical attachment loss

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Presence of dental caries

Question 2

Which of the following is a common sign of gingivitis?

Accepted Answer

Gingival bleeding

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Tooth mobility

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Deep periodontal pockets

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Abscess formation

Question 3

What is the primary goal of scaling and root planing in periodontal therapy?

Accepted Answer

To remove calculus and smooth the root surfaces

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To whiten the teeth

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To apply fluoride treatment

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To provide orthodontic alignment

Question 4

Which of the following conditions is a potential complication of untreated periodontitis?

Accepted Answer

Tooth loss

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Dental caries

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Oral cancer

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Bruxism

Question 5

What is the purpose of using an ultrasonic scaler in periodontal therapy?

Accepted Answer

To remove soft deposits and calculus with vibrations

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To provide fluoride treatment

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To whiten teeth

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To detect carious lesions