Pre-Dental Club Jeopardy

Dental/Oral Anatomy

Dental Terminology

X-Ray Vision

Oral Health

WILDCARD

100

The three main parts of a tooth?

Crown, Neck, & Root

100

MIRROR QUESTION

The soft tissue that surrounds the teeth

Gingiva

100

MIRROR QUESTION

This bright white area on the X-ray is described as what?

Radiopaque

100

What is the term for inflamed, bleeding gums without bone loss?

Gingivitis

100

MIRROR QUESTION

What is the hardest structure in the body?

Enamel

200

MIRROR QUESTION

This is the innermost tissue of the tooth that contains blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves.

Pulp

200

MIRROR QUESTION

This term means inflammation of the pulp

Pulpitis

200

What tooth surface is best seen on bitewing X-rays?

Interproximal surfaces

200

Poorly controlled diabetes is strongly associated with worsening of what oral condition?

Periodontal disease

200

Which city was the first in the world to fluoridate its drinking water?

A) Memphis, Tennessee

B) Aurora, Colorado

C) Las Vegas, Nevada

D) Cleveland, Ohio

E) Grand Rapids, Michigan

Grand Rapids, Michigan

300

Number 3 indicates:

a) the lateral incisor
b) the first molar
c) the first premolar

b) the first molar

300

What condition is being shown when the gums pull away from the tooth, forming deep spaces?

Periodontal pockets

300

What's the name of this X-Ray and what type of patient?

Panoramic radiograph on a child

300

MIRROR QUESTION

What mineral helps strengthen enamel and prevent cavities?

Fluoride

300

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There was once a fourth member of Kellogg's Rice Krispies mascot gang. Originally it was Snap, Crackle, Pop, and _____

Pow

400

MIRROR QUESTION

In the photo of the floor of the mouth what do you see?

a. sublingual folds
b. sublingual caruncle
c. mandibular tori
d. lingual frenum
e. none of the above

c. mandibular tori

400

What is the difference between supragingival and subgingival calculus?

Above vs. below the gumline

400

A 45-year-old patient walks into the clinic complaining of a dull, achy pain on the lower right side that has been present for several weeks.

Pain is worse when chewing
No sensitivity to cold
No recent dental trauma

What abnormal finding do you see on the radiograph and what treatment would you recommend?

1. Root Canal Retreatment

What it is: Your dentist reopens the tooth, removes the old filling and infected tissue, thoroughly cleans and disinfects the canals (sometimes with microscopes for precision), and then reseals them with new filling material (gutta-percha).
Why it works: Addresses issues like missed canals, incomplete cleaning, or new infection.
Follow-up: A new crown or restoration is placed to protect the tooth.

2. Apicoectomy (Root-End Surgery)

What it is: A minor surgery where the endodontist accesses the root tip through the gum, removes the infected tip, and seals the root end.
When it's used: If retreatment isn't possible or unsuccessful, or if the infection is at the root tip.

3. Extraction & Replacement (Last Resort)

What it is: The tooth is removed if it's too damaged or fractured to save.
Replacement Options: A dental implant, bridge, or partial denture can replace the missing tooth to restore function and appearance.

400

Mouth breathing in children can increase the risk of what oral health issue?

Dry mouth and cavities

400

MIRROR QUESTION

This animal has the largest canine(s) in the world.