Prometric MCQs-Dentistry

04/02/2026

The sulcular epithelium

A. extends from the gingival margin to the base of the clinicalsulcus or pocket

B. is keratinised

C. is attached to the tooth surface

D. contains no stratum spinosum

E. extends from the base of the histological sulcus to the gingival margin

Answer?

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Gingivitis

A invetably progresses to periodontitis

B affects approximately 40% of adolescents

C is characterised by true pocketing

D is evident on X-rays E is a reversible lesion

Comment

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Lower removable appliances are generally less satisfactory than their upper counterparts because

A the buccal undercut is less accessible on 6|6 than 6/6

B 313 are usually distally inclined

C 313 are usually mesially inclined

D low labial bows are not retentive in the lower arch E lower incisors are usually imbricated where 4|4 are extracted

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After surgical exposure of teeth

A the tooth will remain buried if it fails to erupt within 6 months after operation

B a tooth with incomplete root formation is more likely to erupt

C if a tooth becomes re-covered by mucosa after exposure it cannot erupt fully

D some teeth need to be guided orthodontically into the dental arch

Comment

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Which of the following statements are true?

A. Preoperative assessment of a patient admitted to hospital for removal of third molars under a general anaesthetic should include a medical examination

B. General anaesthetics in the dental chair are associated with an incidence of cardiac dysrhythmias greater than 30%

C. Division of the tooth to aid the removal of a third molar
significantly reduces postoperative trismus

D. Removal of third molars may be associated with temporary postoperative changes in colour of the overlying skin

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The primary cause of periodontal disease is:
A. systemic disease
B. vitamin deficiency
C. plaque
D. occlusal trauma
E. mouthbreathing

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Buccal canine retractors are used in preference to palatal cantilever springs when

A. the canine is labial to the arch

B. the canine is partially erupted

C. the canine is distally inclined

D. the canine is disto-labially rotated

E. the canine is transposed

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The main objective of cavity preparation is
(a)to decrease plaque formation
(b)to increase masticatory efficiency
(c)to prevent caries
(d)to prevent periodontal disease

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Every person has unique teeth and tongue prints, like fingerprints