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The radiograph I thought was ghost teeth - ANSAmelogenesis Imperfecta
Purpose of dialysis - ANSRemove potential toxicities from blood
IL-1 - ANSInflammatory cytokine
Cyclosporine - ANSImmunosuppressant used in transplant patients. Causes gingival
hyperplasia
Periodontal disease and diabetes - ANSGlucose level increased
Cause for cement failure - ANSIncreased solubility
Before trimming teeth on stone cast for immediate denture, you must - ANSMark a line 3
mm above the free gingival margin
What analgesic can be safely given to someone w/kidney disease - ANSTylenol
(acetaminophen) ONLY. NOT NSAIDS nor aspirin
Patients on dialysis. Where do you take their blood pressure? - ANSNot on the side where the
shunt was placed for dialysis
How do you prevent syncope - ANSTrendelenburg position
How do you treat syncope - ANSTrendelenburg position. If breathing present, crush
ammonia ampule under nose and admin oxygen. If no breathing, start BLS
Best position of a finish line on a short clinical crown - ANSSubgingival? Or At gingival
margin?
Child with fibrous dysplasia, what do you do next - ANSSome lesions stabilize. Some lesions
grow. Surgical removal when its an esthetic concern. For children, surgical intervention
should be delayed for as long as possible
The radiograph I thought was ghost teeth - ANSAmelogenesis Imperfecta
Purpose of dialysis - ANSRemove potential toxicities from blood
IL-1 - ANSInflammatory cytokine
Cyclosporine - ANSImmunosuppressant used in transplant patients. Causes gingival
hyperplasia
Periodontal disease and diabetes - ANSGlucose level increased
Cause for cement failure - ANSIncreased solubility
Before trimming teeth on stone cast for immediate denture, you must - ANSMark a line 3
mm above the free gingival margin
What analgesic can be safely given to someone w/kidney disease - ANSTylenol
(acetaminophen) ONLY. NOT NSAIDS nor aspirin
Patients on dialysis. Where do you take their blood pressure? - ANSNot on the side where the
shunt was placed for dialysis
How do you prevent syncope - ANSTrendelenburg position
How do you treat syncope - ANSTrendelenburg position. If breathing present, crush
ammonia ampule under nose and admin oxygen. If no breathing, start BLS
Best position of a finish line on a short clinical crown - ANSSubgingival? Or At gingival
margin?
Child with fibrous dysplasia, what do you do next - ANSSome lesions stabilize. Some lesions
grow. Surgical removal when its an esthetic concern. For children, surgical intervention
should be delayed for as long as possible
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Contraindication for patient w/hyperthyroid - ANSEpinephrine
Facial reduction for PFM crown - ANS1.5 mm
Can transillumination be used to identify cracks? - ANSyes
Can pocket depth be determined from xray? - ANSNo
Patient with tenderness anterior to earlobe - ANSInflammation of Stensons duct
A patient has diabetes. He forgot to take insulin but ate a good breakfast. If you gave him
sugar, what would happen - ANSPatient would get worse
After sc/rp, patient notices more spaces between teeth. Why? - ANSDecreased swelling of
gingival
x-ray with herring bone effect. Whats wrong? - ANSFilm placed backwards (I had the static
electricity example)
What film requires least amount of radiation - ANSE speed
How much epi can you give a patient with BP 160/110 - ANSNone! Don't give tx. Refer to
physician
Type of pontic to replace a premolar - ANSModified ridge lap pontic (I had the "primarily
esthetic requirement")
Patient with history of slow growing mandible for 10 years - ANSHyperpituitarism
Patient w/history of weight gain, deepening voice, dry skin - ANSHypothyroidism
Exopthalmos - ANSHyperthyroidism
Treatment of addisons - ANSCorticosteroid replacement therapy
Recurrent ulcers that heal with scarring - ANSMajor apthous ulcers
Treatment of major apthae - ANSCorticosteroids
Supernumerary teeth - ANSGardners (clavicles present) or cleidocranial dysplasia
Tx of mucocele - ANSSurgical removal
Patient with terrible perio, when should immediate denture be constructed - ANSAfter perio
intervention
Why porcelain teeth should never appose natural dentition - ANSAttrition
Best teeth to oppose natural dentition - ANSAcrylic
Clinical picture of 14 y.o. with inflamed gingival - ANSLeukemia
Best way to communicate outcome with lab tech - ANSDiagnostic wax up
Ideal amount of undercut required for circumferential clasp - ANS.01 inch
Reason for gingivitis during pregnancy - ANSPregnancy exaggerates gingival response to
plaque. Due to increase in estrogen and progesterone
Treatment of extra oral abscess which is non-odontogenic in origin. - ANSHot compress
Tx of ranula - ANSSurgical removal
Patient with no hair, no teeth - ANSEctodermal dysplasia
Biopsy shows hyperkeratosis, dysplasia, no invasion - ANSPrecancer hyperkeratosis ???
Tx for geographic tongue - ANSNone
Patient has a short crown. Which cement is best? - ANSResin cement
When do you not use a thyroid collar - ANSWhen taking a panorex
How often is autoclave checked - ANSOnce a week
121 - ANSdegrees at 15-20 psi for 20 min Check for b. Stearothermophillus
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Reason sealants fail - ANSContamination
Tx of candidiasis - ANSNyastatin
Tx of lichen planus - ANScorticosteroids
If patient becomes unconscious, what do you check first - ANSBreathing
CPR—placement of palm and fingers - ANSPalm on lower sternum, fingers on xiphoid
process
Are teeth vital in ameloblastomas? - ANSyes
Sickle cell anemia - ANSIncrease fatigue, increase in bone marrow space. Decreased
trabeculation
The following reduce radiation dose - ANSRectangular collimation, E speed, higher kV or
constant beam, lead apron, quality assurance program
Static before processing can result in - ANSDark spot or lines on x ray
Identify thrombocytopenia - ANS(lab values with low platelets was not ANEMIA)
Identify mucus retention cyst - ANSRadioopaque
Normal blood values - ANSPlatelets: 150,000-400,000
RBC: 4.6 -6.2 million - ANS
Hg: 13 mg - ANS
WBC: 9,700 - ANS
Picture of max central and lateral. Why might bridge fracture? - ANSBending of bridge
Amalgam needs to be replaced. Whats ideal restoration - ANSOnlay (I put Crown)
Treatment of mesiodens - ANSSurgical removal and ortho consult
Why might a patient be taking lovastatin an vasotec? - ANSLovastatin is cholesterol lowering
Vasotec is antihypertensive - ANS
Patient faints and is unconscious in chair. What do you do? - ANSEnsure open airway
What radiograph to visualize sinus - ANSWaters view
Purpose of try in for immediate dentures - ANSVerify occlusal relationship. Esthetics,
When is reline of immediate denture performed by laboratory - ANS6 months and 10 months
When is alternate cast technique done - ANSAfter processing denture
Advantage of immediate denture - ANSesthetics
Should treatment be delayed in uncontrolled diabetic - ANSOf course!
Identify retentive and bracing arm - ANS
What causes loss of lamina dura - ANSHyperpituitarism, hyperparathyroidism, osteomalacia,
pagets, fibrous dysplasia
Hyperemia of tooth - ANSReddish dentin. Tooth appears dark
Test for heparin vs warfarin - ANSHeparin: PTT
Warfarin: PT and INR - ANS
What antibiotic can cause red spots on the arm - ANSPenicillin
Repeatedly adjusting clasps on RPD will cause clasp breakage due to - ANSIncreased metal
fatigue OR increased modulus of elasticity
Syncope vs anaphlylaxis - ANSSyncope: loss of consciousness due to decreased oxygen flow
Anaphylaxis: allergic reaction causing closure of airways - ANS
The lab tech surveys which cast - ANSMaster cast
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Distobuccal cusp of mand molar occludes with - ANSCentral fossa
Correction of recession on canine - ANSLateral reposition flap/sliding flap
Patient on long term tetracycline therapy. Returns complaining of burning tongue. Smear
results are yeast and fungi. Whats treatment - ANSClotrimazole
Identify anemia based on lab values - ANSHb less than 12.5
Symptoms of hyperpituitarism - ANSExcess hormones (gigantism, acromegaly, etc)
Symptoms of MI - ANSBurning chest, numb arm, pain in jaw (NOT pounding heart)
Treatment of bells palsy - ANSHistamine and vasodilators may shorten duration. As well as
systemic corticosteroids and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Surgical decompression. Topical
ocular antibiotics and artificial tears to prevent corneal ulceration. Recovery in 6 months
usually
Pregnant women is allergic to penicillin. What do you premedicate her with? -
ANSErythromycin
HIV patient with purple red lesion on ventral tongue - ANSKaposi
Treatment of dry socket - ANSEugenol impregnanted pellet. Do NOT curette
Tx of oroantral fistula - ANSBuccal slide flap
Which is not an etchant or conditioner - ANSBIS GMA is NOT (yes to citric, maleic,
phosphoric acid_
Stopped at page 14 of journal document - 08
Fusion vs germination - ANSFusion: two buds. Germination- one root
Expired or aged film will appear - ANSTo light
Histo of fibroma - ANSNodular mass of CT covered by squamous epi
Full lower denture with over extended distobuccal flange causing denture to dislodge. What
muscle is impinged? - ANSMasseter
Coumadin test - ANSPT
Tx of dentigerous cyst - ANSSurgical removal of cyst and tooth
Sialolith is visible on xray. What duct is this? - ANSwartons
You are having difficulty selecting shade for PFM. You should - ANSDecrease gray and
decrease hue
What are usual complications after insertion - ANSWorking or non-working interference
If you notice occlusial interference after insertion, when should you make adjustments? -
ANSAt insertion
Best teeth to appose natural dentition - ANSAcrylic
Patient had slow growing jaw for 10 years - ANSHyperpituitarism
2nd molar below plane of occlusion - ANSAnkylosis
Outcome of direct pulp cap would be better in young or old teeth? - ANSYoung teeth
After SC/RP, - ANSLong junctional epi is formed
Purpose of palatal expander - ANSCorrects crossbite
What is NOT an acceptable surface disinfectant? - ANSAlcohol based (phenol, chlorine, and
iodine is acceptable)
Ideal amount of undercut for circumferential clasp - ANS.010
What is effect of hydrocholorithiazide on - ANS
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The radiograph I thought was ghost teeth - ANSAmelogenesis Imperfecta
Purpose of dialysis - ANSRemove potential toxicities from blood
IL-1 - ANSInflammatory cytokine
Cyclosporine - ANSImmunosuppressant used in transplant patients. Causes gingival
hyperplasia
Periodontal disease and diabetes - ANSGlucose level increased
Cause for cement failure - ANSIncreased solubility
Before trimming teeth on stone cast for immediate denture, you must - ANSMark a line 3
mm above the free gingival margin
What analgesic can be safely given to someone w/kidney disease - ANSTylenol
(acetaminophen) ONLY. NOT NSAIDS nor aspirin
Patients on dialysis. Where do you take their blood pressure? - ANSNot on the side where the
shunt was placed for dialysis
How do you prevent syncope - ANSTrendelenburg position
How do you treat syncope - ANSTrendelenburg position. If breathing present, crush
ammonia ampule under nose and admin oxygen. If no breathing, start BLS
Best position of a finish line on a short clinical crown - ANSSubgingival? Or At gingival
margin?
Child with fibrous dysplasia, what do you do next - ANSSome lesions stabilize. Some lesions
grow. Surgical removal when its an esthetic concern. For children, surgical intervention
should be delayed for as long as possible
The radiograph I thought was ghost teeth - ANSAmelogenesis Imperfecta
Purpose of dialysis - ANSRemove potential toxicities from blood
IL-1 - ANSInflammatory cytokine
Cyclosporine - ANSImmunosuppressant used in transplant patients. Causes gingival
hyperplasia
Periodontal disease and diabetes - ANSGlucose level increased
Cause for cement failure - ANSIncreased solubility
Before trimming teeth on stone cast for immediate denture, you must - ANSMark a line 3
mm above the free gingival margin
What analgesic can be safely given to someone w/kidney disease - ANSTylenol
(acetaminophen) ONLY. NOT NSAIDS nor aspirin
Patients on dialysis. Where do you take their blood pressure? - ANSNot on the side where the
shunt was placed for dialysis
How do you prevent syncope - ANSTrendelenburg position
How do you treat syncope - ANSTrendelenburg position. If breathing present, crush
ammonia ampule under nose and admin oxygen. If no breathing, start BLS
Best position of a finish line on a short clinical crown - ANSSubgingival? Or At gingival
margin?
Child with fibrous dysplasia, what do you do next - ANSSome lesions stabilize. Some lesions
grow. Surgical removal when its an esthetic concern. For children, surgical intervention
should be delayed for as long as possible
,DSE Remembered Questions, DSE, ADEX
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Comprehensive Exam Study Guide Latest
Updated 2025/2026.
Contraindication for patient w/hyperthyroid - ANSEpinephrine
Facial reduction for PFM crown - ANS1.5 mm
Can transillumination be used to identify cracks? - ANSyes
Can pocket depth be determined from xray? - ANSNo
Patient with tenderness anterior to earlobe - ANSInflammation of Stensons duct
A patient has diabetes. He forgot to take insulin but ate a good breakfast. If you gave him
sugar, what would happen - ANSPatient would get worse
After sc/rp, patient notices more spaces between teeth. Why? - ANSDecreased swelling of
gingival
x-ray with herring bone effect. Whats wrong? - ANSFilm placed backwards (I had the static
electricity example)
What film requires least amount of radiation - ANSE speed
How much epi can you give a patient with BP 160/110 - ANSNone! Don't give tx. Refer to
physician
Type of pontic to replace a premolar - ANSModified ridge lap pontic (I had the "primarily
esthetic requirement")
Patient with history of slow growing mandible for 10 years - ANSHyperpituitarism
Patient w/history of weight gain, deepening voice, dry skin - ANSHypothyroidism
Exopthalmos - ANSHyperthyroidism
Treatment of addisons - ANSCorticosteroid replacement therapy
Recurrent ulcers that heal with scarring - ANSMajor apthous ulcers
Treatment of major apthae - ANSCorticosteroids
Supernumerary teeth - ANSGardners (clavicles present) or cleidocranial dysplasia
Tx of mucocele - ANSSurgical removal
Patient with terrible perio, when should immediate denture be constructed - ANSAfter perio
intervention
Why porcelain teeth should never appose natural dentition - ANSAttrition
Best teeth to oppose natural dentition - ANSAcrylic
Clinical picture of 14 y.o. with inflamed gingival - ANSLeukemia
Best way to communicate outcome with lab tech - ANSDiagnostic wax up
Ideal amount of undercut required for circumferential clasp - ANS.01 inch
Reason for gingivitis during pregnancy - ANSPregnancy exaggerates gingival response to
plaque. Due to increase in estrogen and progesterone
Treatment of extra oral abscess which is non-odontogenic in origin. - ANSHot compress
Tx of ranula - ANSSurgical removal
Patient with no hair, no teeth - ANSEctodermal dysplasia
Biopsy shows hyperkeratosis, dysplasia, no invasion - ANSPrecancer hyperkeratosis ???
Tx for geographic tongue - ANSNone
Patient has a short crown. Which cement is best? - ANSResin cement
When do you not use a thyroid collar - ANSWhen taking a panorex
How often is autoclave checked - ANSOnce a week
121 - ANSdegrees at 15-20 psi for 20 min Check for b. Stearothermophillus
,DSE Remembered Questions, DSE, ADEX
Review, CDCA
Comprehensive Exam Study Guide Latest
Updated 2025/2026.
Reason sealants fail - ANSContamination
Tx of candidiasis - ANSNyastatin
Tx of lichen planus - ANScorticosteroids
If patient becomes unconscious, what do you check first - ANSBreathing
CPR—placement of palm and fingers - ANSPalm on lower sternum, fingers on xiphoid
process
Are teeth vital in ameloblastomas? - ANSyes
Sickle cell anemia - ANSIncrease fatigue, increase in bone marrow space. Decreased
trabeculation
The following reduce radiation dose - ANSRectangular collimation, E speed, higher kV or
constant beam, lead apron, quality assurance program
Static before processing can result in - ANSDark spot or lines on x ray
Identify thrombocytopenia - ANS(lab values with low platelets was not ANEMIA)
Identify mucus retention cyst - ANSRadioopaque
Normal blood values - ANSPlatelets: 150,000-400,000
RBC: 4.6 -6.2 million - ANS
Hg: 13 mg - ANS
WBC: 9,700 - ANS
Picture of max central and lateral. Why might bridge fracture? - ANSBending of bridge
Amalgam needs to be replaced. Whats ideal restoration - ANSOnlay (I put Crown)
Treatment of mesiodens - ANSSurgical removal and ortho consult
Why might a patient be taking lovastatin an vasotec? - ANSLovastatin is cholesterol lowering
Vasotec is antihypertensive - ANS
Patient faints and is unconscious in chair. What do you do? - ANSEnsure open airway
What radiograph to visualize sinus - ANSWaters view
Purpose of try in for immediate dentures - ANSVerify occlusal relationship. Esthetics,
When is reline of immediate denture performed by laboratory - ANS6 months and 10 months
When is alternate cast technique done - ANSAfter processing denture
Advantage of immediate denture - ANSesthetics
Should treatment be delayed in uncontrolled diabetic - ANSOf course!
Identify retentive and bracing arm - ANS
What causes loss of lamina dura - ANSHyperpituitarism, hyperparathyroidism, osteomalacia,
pagets, fibrous dysplasia
Hyperemia of tooth - ANSReddish dentin. Tooth appears dark
Test for heparin vs warfarin - ANSHeparin: PTT
Warfarin: PT and INR - ANS
What antibiotic can cause red spots on the arm - ANSPenicillin
Repeatedly adjusting clasps on RPD will cause clasp breakage due to - ANSIncreased metal
fatigue OR increased modulus of elasticity
Syncope vs anaphlylaxis - ANSSyncope: loss of consciousness due to decreased oxygen flow
Anaphylaxis: allergic reaction causing closure of airways - ANS
The lab tech surveys which cast - ANSMaster cast
, DSE Remembered Questions, DSE, ADEX
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Comprehensive Exam Study Guide Latest
Updated 2025/2026.
Distobuccal cusp of mand molar occludes with - ANSCentral fossa
Correction of recession on canine - ANSLateral reposition flap/sliding flap
Patient on long term tetracycline therapy. Returns complaining of burning tongue. Smear
results are yeast and fungi. Whats treatment - ANSClotrimazole
Identify anemia based on lab values - ANSHb less than 12.5
Symptoms of hyperpituitarism - ANSExcess hormones (gigantism, acromegaly, etc)
Symptoms of MI - ANSBurning chest, numb arm, pain in jaw (NOT pounding heart)
Treatment of bells palsy - ANSHistamine and vasodilators may shorten duration. As well as
systemic corticosteroids and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Surgical decompression. Topical
ocular antibiotics and artificial tears to prevent corneal ulceration. Recovery in 6 months
usually
Pregnant women is allergic to penicillin. What do you premedicate her with? -
ANSErythromycin
HIV patient with purple red lesion on ventral tongue - ANSKaposi
Treatment of dry socket - ANSEugenol impregnanted pellet. Do NOT curette
Tx of oroantral fistula - ANSBuccal slide flap
Which is not an etchant or conditioner - ANSBIS GMA is NOT (yes to citric, maleic,
phosphoric acid_
Stopped at page 14 of journal document - 08
Fusion vs germination - ANSFusion: two buds. Germination- one root
Expired or aged film will appear - ANSTo light
Histo of fibroma - ANSNodular mass of CT covered by squamous epi
Full lower denture with over extended distobuccal flange causing denture to dislodge. What
muscle is impinged? - ANSMasseter
Coumadin test - ANSPT
Tx of dentigerous cyst - ANSSurgical removal of cyst and tooth
Sialolith is visible on xray. What duct is this? - ANSwartons
You are having difficulty selecting shade for PFM. You should - ANSDecrease gray and
decrease hue
What are usual complications after insertion - ANSWorking or non-working interference
If you notice occlusial interference after insertion, when should you make adjustments? -
ANSAt insertion
Best teeth to appose natural dentition - ANSAcrylic
Patient had slow growing jaw for 10 years - ANSHyperpituitarism
2nd molar below plane of occlusion - ANSAnkylosis
Outcome of direct pulp cap would be better in young or old teeth? - ANSYoung teeth
After SC/RP, - ANSLong junctional epi is formed
Purpose of palatal expander - ANSCorrects crossbite
What is NOT an acceptable surface disinfectant? - ANSAlcohol based (phenol, chlorine, and
iodine is acceptable)
Ideal amount of undercut for circumferential clasp - ANS.010
What is effect of hydrocholorithiazide on - ANS
