CDA GC Domain 1: Evaluation Welcome to your CDA GC Domain 1: Evaluation 1. CDA GC: Evaluation When assessing a patient's periodontal health, which of the following is NOT a standard tool used? A. Periodontal probe B. Dental explorer C. Bite-wing radiographs D. Sphygmomanometer None 2. CDA GC: Evaluation During a dental examination, the detection of Class II mobility in a tooth indicates what? A. Normal mobility B. Moderate mobility indicating a potential periodontal issue C. Severe mobility likely requiring immediate intervention D. No mobility None 3. CDA GC: Evaluation In dental charting, what does the symbol 'o' typically represent? A. Missing tooth B. Dental implant C. Caries on the occlusal surface D. Composite restoration None 4. CDA GC: Evaluation Which of the following would be considered a contraindication for placing a dental sealant? A. Presence of deep pit and fissure anatomy B. Recent prophylaxis C. Evidence of proximal caries on radiograph D. Patient is a child None 5. CDA GC: Evaluation When evaluating a panoramic radiograph, which of the following is NOT typically assessed? A. Maxillary sinuses B. TMJ areas C. Interproximal caries D. Blood pressure None 6. CDA GC: Evaluation What is the primary purpose of conducting a pulp vitality test? A. To assess the presence of periodontal disease B. To determine the response of the dental pulp to sensory stimuli C. To measure the size of the oral cavity D. To identify the type of restorative material used None 7. CDA GC: Evaluation Which of the following conditions would most likely necessitate a referral to a periodontist? A. Gingival recession exposing the root surfaces B. Presence of amalgam restorations C. Occurrence of a single dental caries D. Need for a dental prophylaxis None 8. CDA GC: Evaluation In the context of dental charting, what does a red circle around a tooth number typically indicate? A. The tooth is sound and healthy B. The tooth has been extracted C. The tooth requires attention or treatment D. The tooth has an amalgam restoration None 9. CDA GC: Evaluation What is the significance of measuring the probing depth during a periodontal examination? A. It assesses the thickness of the enamel. B. It determines the width of the tooth. C. It evaluates the health of the periodontal ligament. D. It measures the depth of the sulcus or pocket around a tooth. None 10. CDA GC: Evaluation When conducting a dental health evaluation, which of the following factors is NOT typically assessed? A. Patient's dietary habits B. Patient's fluoride exposure C. Patient's shoe size D. Patient's oral hygiene practices None 11. CDA GC: Evaluation In an occlusal examination, which condition is specifically looked for concerning the alignment of the upper and lower teeth? A. Color of the teeth B. Presence of dental caries C. Overbite or underbite D. Gums' health None 12. CDA GC: Evaluation What is the main reason for a dental professional to assess a patient's salivary flow during an examination? A. To determine the need for orthodontic treatment B. To check for signs of dehydration C. To evaluate the risk of dental caries D. To measure the patient's stress level None 13. CDA GC: Evaluation When a dentist is checking for occlusal contacts using articulating paper, what is being assessed? A. The fit of dentures B. The contact points between upper and lower teeth C. The presence of gum disease D. The color match of dental restorations None 14. CDA GC: Evaluation Why is it important to assess a patient's medical history before a dental procedure? A. To determine the patient's blood type B. To identify any conditions that may affect dental treatment C. To assess the patient's knowledge of dental procedures D. To choose the color of dental materials None 15. CDA GC: Evaluation What does the presence of wear facets on teeth indicate? A. Proper alignment of teeth B. The patient chews their food thoroughly C. Bruxism or other forms of tooth grinding D. The teeth are new and not fully erupted None 16. CDA GC: Evaluation When evaluating a patient's risk for oral cancer, which of the following is NOT a common factor that a dental professional would consider? A. Patient's age B. Patient's tobacco use C. Patient's consumption of alcoholic beverages D. Patient's preference for toothpaste brand None 17. CDA GC: Evaluation In advanced dental charting, what does a triangle symbol typically indicate? A. Presence of a dental implant B. Tooth extraction is needed C. Application of dental sealant D. Root canal treatment None 18. CDA GC: Evaluation During an evaluation, if a dental professional observes a 'fremitus' in a patient's teeth, what are they detecting? A. A type of dental restoration B. Movement of a tooth when in function C. The presence of a periodontal abscess D. The shade of the tooth enamel None 19. CDA GC: Evaluation What is the primary concern when a dental examiner notes 'mobility' in a patient's tooth during an examination? A. The tooth is artificially whitened. B. The tooth exhibits unnatural movement. C. The tooth has an unusual color. D. The tooth is perfectly healthy. None 20. CDA GC: Evaluation In the context of periodontal evaluation, what does the term 'biotype' refer to? A. The type of bacteria present in plaque B. The thickness of the gingiva and its propensity to recession C. The biocompatibility of a dental material D. The genetic profile of the patient's oral microbiome None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! Time's up
