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PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
When should children first see a dentist for regular examinations? -correct-
answer-When their first teeth erupt
How often are radiographs recommended to be taken in a child with a high risk of
decay?-correct-answer-Every six months
How is fluoride varnish prescribed for children with a high decay rate?-correct-
answer-As a direct gel applied to the teeth
What procedure is recommended to protect the pits and fissures of posterior
teeth?-correct-answer-Sealants
At what phase of orthodontics would a pediatric dentist intercede in getting a
patient to stop sucking his or her thumb?-correct-answer-Preventive
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If your patient plays soccer, would you recommend that he or she wears a mouth
guard?-correct-answer-Yes
What type of matrix is used on primary teeth?-correct-answer-- T-band
- Spot welded
What endodontic procedure would be performed on primary a tooth?-correct-
answer-Pulpotomy
Would a child be referred to a prosthodontist for the placement of a stainless steel
crown?-correct-answer-No
In children, which teeth are most commonly injured?-correct-answer-Maxillary
anterior
When a tooth is avulsed, it has-correct-answer-Come out
How would the dentist stabilize a tooth after an injury?-correct-answer-With a
temporary splint
PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
When should children first see a dentist for regular examinations? -correct-
answer-When their first teeth erupt
How often are radiographs recommended to be taken in a child with a high risk of
decay?-correct-answer-Every six months
How is fluoride varnish prescribed for children with a high decay rate?-correct-
answer-As a direct gel applied to the teeth
What procedure is recommended to protect the pits and fissures of posterior
teeth?-correct-answer-Sealants
At what phase of orthodontics would a pediatric dentist intercede in getting a
patient to stop sucking his or her thumb?-correct-answer-Preventive
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If your patient plays soccer, would you recommend that he or she wears a mouth
guard?-correct-answer-Yes
What type of matrix is used on primary teeth?-correct-answer-- T-band
- Spot welded
What endodontic procedure would be performed on primary a tooth?-correct-
answer-Pulpotomy
Would a child be referred to a prosthodontist for the placement of a stainless steel
crown?-correct-answer-No
In children, which teeth are most commonly injured?-correct-answer-Maxillary
anterior
When a tooth is avulsed, it has-correct-answer-Come out
How would the dentist stabilize a tooth after an injury?-correct-answer-With a
temporary splint
