Pronunciation
How many syllables are in the word "Antibiotics"?
A)3
B)4
C)5
D)6
C) 5 (An-ti-bi-ot-ics)
What is Pilocarpine?
A) A strong pain reliever for toothaches
B) A medication used to treat dry mouth
C) An antibiotic used after dental procedures
D) A rinse that causes tooth discoloration
B) A medication used to treat dry mouth
Over-the-counter pain relievers, including acetaminophen and ibuprofen, treat minor______
A) infections
B) toothaches
C) discoloration
D) cavities
B) toothaches
Unscramble: P - I - N - A (Sensation treated by over-the-counter relievers)
A) PAIN
B) PINA
C) NIPA
D) APIN
A) PAIN
Narcotics such as muscle relaxants are available without a prescription.
A) True
B) False
B)False
Which of these words has the main stress on the second syllable?
A) Penicillin
B) Fluoride
C) Thrush
D) Plaque
A) Penicillin (Pen-i-CIL-lin)
What does Thrush mean in dentistry?
A) A type of severe cavity
B) A yeast infection in the mouth
C) Inflammation of the gums
D) A side effect of chlorhexidine
B) A yeast infection in the mouth
Antibiotics, such as penicillin, can help prevent ________ after dental procedures.
A) redness
B) plaque
C) infections
D) dry mouth
C) infections
Unscramble: L - P - A - Q - U - E (Sticky film on teeth reduced by antiseptic rinses)
A) PALQUE
B) PLAQUE
C) PLAQEU
D) QULAPE
B) PLAQUE
Side effects of chlorhexidine may include tooth discoloration.
A) True
B) False
A) True
What is the correct phonetic breakdown of the word "Chlorhexidine"?
A) klor-HEX-i-deen
B) chlor-HEX-i-dine
C) klor-hexi-DINE
D) chlor-hexi-DEEN
A) klor-HEX-i-deen
What are Corticosteroids used for?
A) To kill bad breath germs
B) To prevent dental cavities
C) To relieve discomfort and redness in the mouth
D) To replace natural saliva
C) To relieve discomfort and redness in the mouth
Chlorhexidine helps to control plaque and prevent ________.
A) gingivitis
B) thrush
C) severe pain
D) yeast
A) gingivitis
Unscramble: F - L - U - O - R - I - D - E (Substance in toothpaste that prevents cavities)
A) FLUORIDE
B) FLORUIDE
C) FLUORIED
D) FOLURIDE
A) FLUORIDE
Antifungals help treat periodontal disease.
A) True
B) False
B) False
Which medication name rhymes with the word "clean"?
A) Ibuprofen
B) Tetracycline
C) Chlorhexidine
D) Pilocarpine
C) Chlorhexidine
What is Tetracycline?
A) An over-the-counter pain reliever
B) An antifungal spray
C) An antibiotic used to treat periodontal disease
D) An antiseptic rinse for bad breath
C) An antibiotic used to treat periodontal disease
________ toothpastes, for example, help patients avoid dental cavities.
A) Antifungal
B) Antiseptic
C) Corticosteroid
D) Fluoride
D) Fluoride
Unscramble: P - E - N - I - C - I - L - L - I - N (Antibiotic used after dental procedures)
A) PENICILIN
B) PENICILLIN
C) PENICILINL
D) PENICILLNI
B) PENICILLIN
Prescription-strength fluoride is available if recommended by a dentist.
A) True
B) False
A)True
Which of the following words contains a silent letter?
A) Plaque
B) Cavity
C) Yeast
D) Mouth
A) Plaque
What is an Antiseptic rinse?
A) A liquid that reduces plaque and kills bad breath germs
B) A prescription-strength fluoride tablet
C) A medication that treats severe mouth infections
D) A narcotic used to relax jaw muscles
A) A liquid that reduces plaque and kills bad breath germs
Dry mouth leads to growth of ________.
A) saliva
B) bacteria
C) fluoride
D) yeast
B) bacteria
Unscramble: G - I - N - G - I - V - I - T - I - S (Gum condition prevented by chlorhexidine)
A) GINGEVITIS
B) GINGIVITIS
C) GINGIVITES
D) GIGNIVITIS
B) GINGIVITIS
Acetaminophen is used to treat severe infections in the mouth.
A) True
B) False
A)True