ABPD Oral Boards Exam Questions and
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Updated 2026
What is the probability that Over 90%! Less than 10% are
natal teeth are actually normal supernumaries.
primary teeth?
Where do natal teeth most Most in mandibular anterior region.
often occur in the mouth? Over 50% occur in pairs.
What is the risk of topical Methemoglobinemia
anesthetics in infants?
What is the possible etiology Superficial position of tooth bud,
of natal teeth? endocrine disorder, infection, Cleft
lip and palate, Hallerman-Streiff
syndrome
List 4 risk factors that increase 1. Primary caregiver has active
caries risk. caries
2. Low SES or recent immigrant
3. Over 3 snacks of high carbs or
drinks
4. SHCN
What are CLINICAL risk factors White spot lesions, enamel defects,
that increase caries risk? visible cavities, existing restorations,
, significant plaque accumulation.
What are contraindications to Symptomatic teeth, necrotic teeth,
SDF? silver allergy, desquamative
gingivitis or mucositis
What's the MOA of SDF? Silver ions are bactericidal and
inhibit biofilm formation, fluoride
promotes remineralization
What should be asked in med 1. Description and name of condition
hx of pt with cardiac disease?
2. Previous treatment
3. Cardiologist to send consult to
4. Medications and frequency
5. Limitations and morbidity
What cardiac conditions 1. Prosthetic valves 2 Cyanotic heart
require antibiotic prophylaxis? disease
3. Surgical stents and conduits
4. Valve dysfunction
5. Cardiomyopathy
6. Mitral valve prolapse with
regurgitation
Oral findings in Down 1. Mouth breathers
Syndrome
, 2. Relative mandibular prognathism
with small maxilla
3. Small conical teeth
4. Retained primary teeth
5. Large, protruding tongues
6. Precocious periodontal disease
3 categories of info for caries 1. Biological factors
risk assessment per AAPD
2. Protective factors
3. Clinical findings
How long does the setting 24 hours
reaction for a Glass Ionomer
Cement Restoration occur
over?
Should the cavosurface margin No bevel
of a class II prep in a primary
molar be beveled? If so by how
much?
What is the AAPD rec for posterior bitewings and a pano OR
radiographs in the transitional select PAs
dentition?
What are the indications for a 1. Small pit and fissure caries
rein restoration?
2. Interproximal caries in primary
Answers with Verified Solutions | Latest
Updated 2026
What is the probability that Over 90%! Less than 10% are
natal teeth are actually normal supernumaries.
primary teeth?
Where do natal teeth most Most in mandibular anterior region.
often occur in the mouth? Over 50% occur in pairs.
What is the risk of topical Methemoglobinemia
anesthetics in infants?
What is the possible etiology Superficial position of tooth bud,
of natal teeth? endocrine disorder, infection, Cleft
lip and palate, Hallerman-Streiff
syndrome
List 4 risk factors that increase 1. Primary caregiver has active
caries risk. caries
2. Low SES or recent immigrant
3. Over 3 snacks of high carbs or
drinks
4. SHCN
What are CLINICAL risk factors White spot lesions, enamel defects,
that increase caries risk? visible cavities, existing restorations,
, significant plaque accumulation.
What are contraindications to Symptomatic teeth, necrotic teeth,
SDF? silver allergy, desquamative
gingivitis or mucositis
What's the MOA of SDF? Silver ions are bactericidal and
inhibit biofilm formation, fluoride
promotes remineralization
What should be asked in med 1. Description and name of condition
hx of pt with cardiac disease?
2. Previous treatment
3. Cardiologist to send consult to
4. Medications and frequency
5. Limitations and morbidity
What cardiac conditions 1. Prosthetic valves 2 Cyanotic heart
require antibiotic prophylaxis? disease
3. Surgical stents and conduits
4. Valve dysfunction
5. Cardiomyopathy
6. Mitral valve prolapse with
regurgitation
Oral findings in Down 1. Mouth breathers
Syndrome
, 2. Relative mandibular prognathism
with small maxilla
3. Small conical teeth
4. Retained primary teeth
5. Large, protruding tongues
6. Precocious periodontal disease
3 categories of info for caries 1. Biological factors
risk assessment per AAPD
2. Protective factors
3. Clinical findings
How long does the setting 24 hours
reaction for a Glass Ionomer
Cement Restoration occur
over?
Should the cavosurface margin No bevel
of a class II prep in a primary
molar be beveled? If so by how
much?
What is the AAPD rec for posterior bitewings and a pano OR
radiographs in the transitional select PAs
dentition?
What are the indications for a 1. Small pit and fissure caries
rein restoration?
2. Interproximal caries in primary
