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PREV DENT FINAL REVIEW EXAM NEWLY
FORMATTED STUDY GUIDE
WITH ACTUAL 2025/26 EXAM
To remove plaque, and disturb
reformation of plaque
Clean teeth of food debris, and
What are the
objectives of
extrinsic stain Stimulate gingival
toothbrushing?
tissues
Apply toothpaste and deliver necessary
ingredients that aid in the protection against
decay, periodontal diseases and sensitivity
conforms to individual patient requirements in
size, shape and texture
What are some easy manipulated
characteristics of an impervious to
effective moisture has
toothbrush? round ended
filaments
,2
What are some Nylon - End-rounded, cause least amount of
differences between trauma to hard and soft tissues
Nylon filaments and
Natural - Usually from hog or wild boar, sometimes
natural bristles?
horse
T or F True
Nylon filaments
have Thinner
filaments are softer
and more resilient
Which type of bristle is Nylon
more resistant to
accumulation of
bacteria?
When do we replace Replace every 2-3 months or when filaments look very
our toothbrushes? warn.
, 3
diame
What are some ter
factors that influence lengt
toothbrush stiffness? h
# of
filaments
angle of
filaments
T or F False
longer filaments are shorter filaments are stiffer
stiffer
Why is a soft nylon less traumatic to gingival tissue
brush more
favorable?
client,
gingiv
Which factors are taken a,
into
position of
consideration when
teeth,
selecting a
shape of
toothbrush?
teeth,
personal
preferences,
method of
brushing, etc.
for 2 mins
How long and when
do we brush? at least two brushings accompanied by
appropriate interdental care are
PREV DENT FINAL REVIEW EXAM NEWLY
FORMATTED STUDY GUIDE
WITH ACTUAL 2025/26 EXAM
To remove plaque, and disturb
reformation of plaque
Clean teeth of food debris, and
What are the
objectives of
extrinsic stain Stimulate gingival
toothbrushing?
tissues
Apply toothpaste and deliver necessary
ingredients that aid in the protection against
decay, periodontal diseases and sensitivity
conforms to individual patient requirements in
size, shape and texture
What are some easy manipulated
characteristics of an impervious to
effective moisture has
toothbrush? round ended
filaments
,2
What are some Nylon - End-rounded, cause least amount of
differences between trauma to hard and soft tissues
Nylon filaments and
Natural - Usually from hog or wild boar, sometimes
natural bristles?
horse
T or F True
Nylon filaments
have Thinner
filaments are softer
and more resilient
Which type of bristle is Nylon
more resistant to
accumulation of
bacteria?
When do we replace Replace every 2-3 months or when filaments look very
our toothbrushes? warn.
, 3
diame
What are some ter
factors that influence lengt
toothbrush stiffness? h
# of
filaments
angle of
filaments
T or F False
longer filaments are shorter filaments are stiffer
stiffer
Why is a soft nylon less traumatic to gingival tissue
brush more
favorable?
client,
gingiv
Which factors are taken a,
into
position of
consideration when
teeth,
selecting a
shape of
toothbrush?
teeth,
personal
preferences,
method of
brushing, etc.
for 2 mins
How long and when
do we brush? at least two brushings accompanied by
appropriate interdental care are
