The gingival extension of the proximal box preparation of a Class H cavity should not be overextended in deciduous teeth as
1. enamel rod configuration is occlusally directed in the area
2. proximal contact areas are broad and flat
3. these teeth have a marked cervical constriction
4. there is likelihood of pulp exposure
PedodonticsAnswer: 3
In nursing bottle syndrome, mandibular incisors are protected from caries because 1) Lower teeth are resistant to acidogenic bacteria 2) Submandibular secretions are adjacent to lower teeth 3) Lower teeth have more interdental spacing 4) All of the above
PedodonticsAnswer: 2
The occlusal surface of a deciduous second molar is level with the gingival margin of a permanent second molar which has begun to tip mesially. What would be treatment of choice, if radio- graphs indicate a normal developing permanent second bicuspid?
1. Extract the deciduous second molar
2. Observe for 6 months and then decide
3. Maintain the deciduous molar and up right the permanent molar
4. Extract the deciduous second molar and place a space maintainer
PedodonticsAnswer: 3
A child"s mother can be allowed to remain in operatory room of dental clinic for which of the following children? 1) A child with temper tantrums 2) An apprehensive but cooperative child of 2 years 3) A child of 7 years with unknown fears 4) All of the above
PedodonticsAnswer: 2
In children with mixed dentition fracture mandible is treated by 1) Bone plating 2) Transosseous wiring 3) Eyelet intermaxillary wiring 4) Splinting with circumferential wiring
PedodonticsAnswer: 4
Before sedating a child 1) Not essential to take the consent 2) Essential to take the written consent 3) Needed to consult the paediatrician 4) Essential for the parents to be present
PedodonticsAnswer: 4
Which of the following maternal attitudes leads to shy, submissive, anxious child behaviour 1) Overprotective dominant mother 2) Overintelligent mother 3) Rejecting mothers 4) None of the above
PedodonticsAnswer: 1
A child who has an avulsed tooth 1/2 hour back should carry the tooth to the dentist in 1) Cold milk 2) Normal saline 3) Wrapped in a wet handkerchief 4) Buccal vestible