MDS PREP
Ideal thickness of graft should be
1. 1.0 to 1.5 mm
2. 0.25 to 0.5 mm
3. 0.5 to 1 mm
4. 2-3 mm
Periodontics
Answer: 1
The ideal thickness for a graft is typically between 1.0 to 1.5 mm to ensure adequate healing and integration.
"Tuberous sclerosis" is seen in
1. Vascular fibroma
2. Leprosy
3. Tuberculosis
4. Bone disorders
Tuberous sclerosis is associated with vascular fibroma.
At 6-years-age interdental papillary necrosis, ulceration, pain, bleeding and pseudomembrane formation is seen in
1. Herpetic gingivostomatitis
2. ANUG
3. Erythema multiforme
4. Streptococcal gingivostomatitis
Periodontics
Answer: 2
At 6 years of age, interdental papillary necrosis, ulceration, pain, bleeding, and pseudomembrane formation is seen in ANUG.
ANUG is caused by
1. Borrelia vincenti and Fusobacterium
2. Actinomycetam comitans
3. Actinomyces naeslundii
4. Streptococcus mutans
ANUG is caused by Borrelia vincenti and Fusobacterium.
The most effective method of preventing periodontal disease in the general population is
1. oral hygiene
2. balanced diet
3. fluoride therapy
4. analgesics and antibiotics
Periodontics
Answer: 1
Maintaining good oral hygiene practices, such as regular brushing and flossing,
is the most effective way to prevent periodontal disease, as it reduces plaque
accumulation and gingival inflammation.
Which of the following drug regimens is not likely to influence periodontal therapy?
1. Propranolol
2. Antihistamine
3. Sodium warfarin
4. Corticosterone
Periodontics
Answer: 2
Antihistamines are not typically associated with significant effects on
periodontal therapy. In contrast, propranolol (a beta-blocker), sodium warfarin
(an anticoagulant), and corticosteroids can all influence periodontal health and
treatment outcomes.
The main objective of maintenance therapy is
1) To initiate secondary surgical procedures
2) To identify aetiological agent
3) To prevent recurrence of disease
4) None of the above
Periodontics
Answer: 3
Maintenance therapy is designed to support the long-term health of periodontal
tissues after initial treatment. By regularly monitoring and managing
periodontal disease, practitioners can help prevent disease recurrence and
maintain periodontal health.
Which is an example of non-graft associated regenerative technique
1. HTR polymer
2. Bioactive glass
3. Osseous coagulum
4. GTR
Periodontics
Answer: 4
GTR is an example of a non-graft associated regenerative technique.