Dental Quiz

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1. It is necessary to have a root canal before having a crown.
True
False
2. You can get cavities from kissing.
True
False
3. You should spend a full two minutes brushing teeth, two times per day, and have a professional prophylaxis (cleaning) at least every six months.
True
False
4. Gingivitis, the beginning stage of gum disease, is reversible.
True
False
5. Phosphoric acid in soft drinks and sodas can make holes in teeth.
True
False
6. When a tooth is prepared for a crown, the dentist shaves the tooth down to the gum line.
True
False
7. It is fine to drive an automobile after receiving nitrous oxide (laughing gas).
True
False
8. In order to have a crown or bridge made, it is always necessary to have impression material placed in the mouth.
True
False
9. Nearly 35,000 new U.S. cases of oral cancer are diagnosed annually.
True
False
10. If one of your teeth is knocked out, you should place it back in its socket before seeking help.
True
False
11. What has been the major single factor influencing the decline in tooth decay over the past 40 years?
Fluoridated water
Fluoridated tooth paste
Flossing
12. It is normal to get gum disease and lose teeth as we get older.
True
False
13. The most important aspect of brushing your teeth is...
Technique and frequency
Tooth brush brand
An automatic tooth brush
14. Cheek and lip biting raise the risk of oral cancer.
True
False
15. Chronic bad breath is caused by oral bacteria.
True
False
16. Men & women have the same oral health conditions.
True
False
17. Plaque is:
A colorless sticky film of bacteria
A colorless sticky film of protein
Both of the above
18. Gum disease can make diabetes worse.
True
False
19. The most common cause of gum disease is:
Not visiting your dentist regularly
Not flossing
Smoking
20. If you don't floss you aren't cleaning:
10% of your tooth surface
25% of your tooth surface
35% of your tooth surface