Ch. 17 - Textbook Questions

Question 1

Tobacco use, excessive alcohol use, and inappropriate dietary practices contribute to a number of diseases and disorders. In particular, tobacco use is a risk factor for oral cavity and pharyngeal cancers, periodontal diseases, candidiasis, and dental caries, among other diseases.

a) The 1st statement is TRUE; the 2nd statement is FALSE.
b) The 1st statement is FALSE; the 2nd statement is TRUE.
c) Both statements are TRUE.
d) Both statements are FALSE.

Answer 1

C) BOTH STATEMENTS ARE TRUE.

Question 2

Which gender does periodontal diseases affect the most?

a) Males
b) Females
c) Both are affected the same
d) Teen and elderly females

Answer 2

A) MALES

Question 3

In which teeth are early childhood caries most evident?

a) Permanent molars
b) Permanent anteriors
c) Primary anteriors
d) Primary molars

Answer 3

C) PRIMARY ANTERIORS

Question 4

Early detection frequently affects the outcome of:

a) oral cancer treatment
b) cleft lip rates
c) cleft lip and palate rates
d) none of the above

Answer 4

A) ORAL CANCER TREATMENT

Question 5

When toothaches are not prevented, which services might individuals seek?

a) Medical
b) Dental hygiene
c) General dentistry
d) Cosmetic dentistry

Answer 5

A) MEDICAL