DENTAL HYGIENE PROMETRIC EXAM, CSCE, CSCE,2
DENTAL HYGIENE PROMETRIC 2, COMPUTER
SIMULATED DENTAL HYGIENE EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
PLUS RATIONALES Q &A 2026 |INSTANT
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1. Which of the following are primary functions of saliva?
A. Lubrication of oral tissues
B. Digestion of carbohydrates
C. Protection against microbial infection
D. Calcium absorption in intestines
Rationale: Saliva helps in lubrication, digestion (via amylase),
and provides antimicrobial action through enzymes and
immunoglobulins. It does not aid in intestinal calcium
absorption.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
2. What is the most common cause of dental caries?
A. Frequent sugar intake
B. High fluoride exposure
C. Poor oral hygiene
D. Tobacco use
,Rationale: Dental caries are primarily caused by acid-producing
bacteria metabolizing fermentable carbohydrates. Fluoride
protects enamel, and tobacco contributes indirectly but is not
the main cause.
Correct Answers: A, C
3. Which of the following techniques are recommended for
plaque removal in interdental areas?
A. Flossing
B. Toothpick use
C. Water irrigation
D. Tongue scraping
Rationale: Interdental cleaning primarily uses flossing or soft
picks. Tongue scraping cleans the tongue, not interdental
spaces.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
4. Common risk factors for periodontal disease include:
A. Smoking
B. Diabetes mellitus
C. High-fat diet
D. Poor oral hygiene
,Rationale: Smoking, diabetes, and inadequate oral hygiene
significantly increase periodontal disease risk. Diet high in fat is
not a direct cause.
Correct Answers: A, B, D
5. The recommended sequence for a dental hygiene
assessment includes:
A. Medical history review
B. Clinical examination
C. Radiographic evaluation
D. Treatment planning
Rationale: Assessment begins with reviewing history, followed
by examination, imaging, and treatment planning.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
6. Which instruments are commonly used for calculus
detection?
A. Explorer
B. Probe
C. Scaler
D. Curette
Rationale: Explorers and probes detect calculus. Scalers and
curettes are used for removal, not detection.
, Correct Answers: A, B
7. Fluoride works primarily by:
A. Remineralizing enamel
B. Killing oral bacteria
C. Inhibiting demineralization
D. Whitening teeth
Rationale: Fluoride strengthens enamel and prevents
demineralization; it is not a whitening agent and has limited
antibacterial effects.
Correct Answers: A, C
8. Effective infection control in a dental setting includes:
A. Hand hygiene
B. Sterilization of instruments
C. Personal protective equipment (PPE)
D. Prescribing antibiotics to patients
Rationale: Infection control relies on hygiene, sterilization, and
PPE. Routine antibiotics are not part of standard infection
control.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
9. Which of the following are signs of gingivitis?
DENTAL HYGIENE PROMETRIC 2, COMPUTER
SIMULATED DENTAL HYGIENE EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
PLUS RATIONALES Q &A 2026 |INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which of the following are primary functions of saliva?
A. Lubrication of oral tissues
B. Digestion of carbohydrates
C. Protection against microbial infection
D. Calcium absorption in intestines
Rationale: Saliva helps in lubrication, digestion (via amylase),
and provides antimicrobial action through enzymes and
immunoglobulins. It does not aid in intestinal calcium
absorption.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
2. What is the most common cause of dental caries?
A. Frequent sugar intake
B. High fluoride exposure
C. Poor oral hygiene
D. Tobacco use
,Rationale: Dental caries are primarily caused by acid-producing
bacteria metabolizing fermentable carbohydrates. Fluoride
protects enamel, and tobacco contributes indirectly but is not
the main cause.
Correct Answers: A, C
3. Which of the following techniques are recommended for
plaque removal in interdental areas?
A. Flossing
B. Toothpick use
C. Water irrigation
D. Tongue scraping
Rationale: Interdental cleaning primarily uses flossing or soft
picks. Tongue scraping cleans the tongue, not interdental
spaces.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
4. Common risk factors for periodontal disease include:
A. Smoking
B. Diabetes mellitus
C. High-fat diet
D. Poor oral hygiene
,Rationale: Smoking, diabetes, and inadequate oral hygiene
significantly increase periodontal disease risk. Diet high in fat is
not a direct cause.
Correct Answers: A, B, D
5. The recommended sequence for a dental hygiene
assessment includes:
A. Medical history review
B. Clinical examination
C. Radiographic evaluation
D. Treatment planning
Rationale: Assessment begins with reviewing history, followed
by examination, imaging, and treatment planning.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
6. Which instruments are commonly used for calculus
detection?
A. Explorer
B. Probe
C. Scaler
D. Curette
Rationale: Explorers and probes detect calculus. Scalers and
curettes are used for removal, not detection.
, Correct Answers: A, B
7. Fluoride works primarily by:
A. Remineralizing enamel
B. Killing oral bacteria
C. Inhibiting demineralization
D. Whitening teeth
Rationale: Fluoride strengthens enamel and prevents
demineralization; it is not a whitening agent and has limited
antibacterial effects.
Correct Answers: A, C
8. Effective infection control in a dental setting includes:
A. Hand hygiene
B. Sterilization of instruments
C. Personal protective equipment (PPE)
D. Prescribing antibiotics to patients
Rationale: Infection control relies on hygiene, sterilization, and
PPE. Routine antibiotics are not part of standard infection
control.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
9. Which of the following are signs of gingivitis?
