Mock 4

Question 1

Which teeth are extracted with bayonet forceps?

Answer 1

Upper third molars

Question 2

Why is a mucoperiosteal flap raised?

Answer 2

To gain access to the area

Question 3

What are fine ended misquote forceps used for?

Answer 3

Placing elastics and chains

Question 4

Which impression tray is most commonly used during an addition?

Answer 4

Dentate

Question 5

Why is gingival retraction used during crown preparation?

Answer 5

To insure clear margins for impressions

Question 6

Which fixed prosthesis is the most suitable as an alternative to a filling in a posterior tooth?

Answer 6

An inlay

Question 7

Why is an alveolectomy carried out?

Answer 7

To smooth the bone surface

Question 8

Which piece of equipment should be used when dismantling a dental syringe to prevent a sharps injury?

Answer 8

A needle sheath

Question 9

Why is a matrix band used when placing a restoration?

Answer 9

To provide a wall to aid packing

Question 10

What will a mercury spillage kit contain?

Answer 10

Hand aspirator

Question 11

What is an advantage of using amalgam?

Answer 11

It is long lasting

Question 12

Which of the following is the most effective for saliva control?

Answer 12

Saliva ejector

Question 13

Which acid is used to etch teeth prior to the placement of a composite?

Answer 13

Phosphoric acid

Question 14

Which instrument is used to remove supra-gingival calculus?

Answer 14

Push scaler

Question 15

Which is an effective way of giving an oral health message to a child under 5?

Answer 15

Playing a game

Question 16

What is a predisposing factor of acute ulcerative gingivitis?

Answer 16

Stress

Question 17

Which is a symptom of inflammation?

Answer 17

Swelling

Question 18

What is plaque composed of?

Answer 18

70% bacteria to 30% matrix

Question 19

Which treatment may be carried out following accidental pulp exposure of a vital tooth?

Answer 19

Direct pulp capping

Question 20

What is the most appropriate advice following the fitting of a permanent bridge?

Answer 20

Brush twice daily and use superfloss

Question 21

What is the purpose of an orthodontic retained?

Answer 21

To stabilise teeth whilst the bone remodels

Question 22

Which material is used to take an impression for a reline?

Answer 22

Zinc oxide and eugenol paste

Question 23

What does the preparation of a post crown require?

Answer 23

A root filled tooth

Question 24

What is the most important reason for moisture control?

Answer 24

To allow greater visibility

Question 25

Which is the most effective way dental staff can deliverer an oral health message to children under 10?

Answer 25

Give them a printed handout

Question 26

Which are symptoms of inflammation?

Answer 26

Pain and loss of function