Question Bank
TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Exam - English
Duration: 120 · Questions: 100 · Max Marks: 100 · Language: 3
Dental Surgeon
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Failure of descent of thyroid gland can be seen in the tongue
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development of mandible is by
3
which of the following lobes of cerebrum is related to the inferior horn of the lateral ventricle ?
4
The branch of facial nerve that conveys the secret motor impulse involved in lacrimation is
5
Structure related to the medial surface of the hyoglossus muscle include the following except
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Which of the following nerves is not encountered during submandibular gland resection ?
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Which of the following os called counter current exchanger ?
8
Acute pyogenic infection produces .
9
The receptor cells of the olfactory epithelium are
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According to US FDA, the machine used for taking intraoral radiographs is classified as :
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Activity of osteoclasts can be modified and regulated by which hormone
12
Is volumetric relaxation ends immediately after
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Which of the following is a regulatory protein of the muscle
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Intrinsic factor in the stomach is secreted by
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Kussmaul’s respiration occurs in response to
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The main component of hyperlipidemia constituting a major risk factor for atherosclerosis is
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Metal oxides are added in porcelain provide all EXCEPT :
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The enzyme phosphofructokinase 1 is strongly activated by
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Transcription is the synthesis of
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Non polar lipid act as
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What is the hardest substance in the human body?
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Which tooth is also known as the "wisdom tooth"?
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Which part of the tooth is responsible for anchoring it to the jawbone?
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What is the primary function of the periodontal ligament?
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Which tooth is known as the "eye tooth"?
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Which type of teeth are designed for cutting and chopping food?
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What is the function of salivary amylase in the oral cavity?
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Which tooth is often referred to as the "cornerstone" of the mouth?
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Which part of the tooth contains blood vessels and nerves?
30
What is the function of the uvula in the oral cavity?
31
What is the primary mechanism of action of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?
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Which class of drugs is commonly used to treat angina by dilating coronary arteries and improving blood flow to the heart?
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What is the primary action of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?
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Which drug class is commonly prescribed to reduce blood cholesterol levels by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase?
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What is the primary use of beta-blockers in dentistry?
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Which of the following is NOT a primary preventive measure in public health dentistry ?
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What is the primary goal of public health dentistry ?
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Which organization is responsible for setting guidelines and standards for public health dentistry in the United States ?
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Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention in public health dentistry ?
40
What is the purpose of community water fluoridation in public health dentistry ?
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Which of the following is NOT a core component of public health dentistry ?
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Which demographic group is most vulnerable to disparities in oral health ?
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What is the role of epidemiology in public health dentistry ?
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Which of the following is a social determinant of oral health ?
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What is the primary focus of oral health promotion activities in public health dentistry ?
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Which of the following conditions requires surgical intervention in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery ?
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What is the primary objective of orthognathic surgery ?
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Which of the following is NOT a common complication of orthognathic surgery ?
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Which imaging modality is commonly used for preoperative assessment in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery ?
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What is the purpose of a bone graft in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery ?
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Which dental material is commonly used for direct restorations and is composed of a mixture of powdered glass and an organic resin matrix?
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What is the primary component of dental amalgam?
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Which dental material is known for its ability to release fluoride and is often used for restorations in primary teeth and as a luting agent for crowns and bridges?
54
What is the purpose of the liner in a dental restoration?
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Which dental material is commonly used for provisional (temporary) restorations and is available in both self-cure and light-cure formulations?
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What is the primary component of gutta-percha, a material commonly used in endodontics for root canal filling?
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Which dental material is used as an impression material and is known for its high accuracy, dimensional stability, and ability to reproduce fine detail?
58
What is the purpose of the bonding agent in composite resin restorations?
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Which dental material is commonly used for the fabrication of temporary crowns and bridges in the dental laboratory?
60
What is the primary component of dental porcelain?
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Which of the following is the primary goal of conservative dentistry ?
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What is the most common material used for direct restorations in conservative dentistry ?
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Which of the following terms refers to the removal of infected dental pulp ?
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What is the purpose of pulp capping in endodontics ?
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Which of the following materials is commonly used for pulp capping ?
66
What is the primary purpose of a post and core in prosthodontics ?
67
In fixed prosthodontics, what is the purpose of a pontic ?
68
Which of the following is NOT a type of fixed dental prosthesis ?
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Which of the following dental materials is commonly used for fabricating dental crowns ?
70
Which of the following types of bridges requires the preparation of adjacent teeth on either side of the edentulous space ?
71
Which bacterium is associated with the formation of dental plaque and caries?
72
What is the primary cause of periodontal disease?
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Which bacterium is associated with the development of necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (NUG)?
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Which organism is responsible for the majority of fungal infections in the oral cavity?
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Which virus is associated with the development of herpetic stomatitis?
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Which of the following is the primary cause of periodontal disease ?
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What is the primary function of the periodontal ligament ?
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What is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults ?
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Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for periodontal disease ?
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What is the first sign of periodontal disease ?
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Which of the following materials is commonly used for the fabrication of metal - ceramic crowns ?
82
What is the primary focus of orthodontics ?
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Which imaging technique is commonly used in orthodontics for treatment planning ?
84
What is the purpose of orthodontic elastics (rubber bands) in treatment ?
85
Which orthodontic appliance is often used to correct overbite by gradually moving the upper molars backward ?
86
What is the recommended age for a child's first dental visit ?
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Which primary teeth are commonly known as "milk teeth" ?
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What is the primary cause of early childhood caries (ECC) ?
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At what age does the eruption of the first permanent molars typically occur ?
90
What is the purpose of pit and fissure sealants in preventive dentistry ?
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What is the primary purpose of oral medicine?
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In oral radiology, which imaging technique is commonly used to visualize the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)?
93
What is the term for a localized collection of pus within the tissues of the oral cavity?
94
Which condition is characterized by the abnormal presence of lactobacilli on the tooth surface?
95
In oral radiology, what does the term "bitewing" refer to?
96
What is the most common cause of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders?
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Which of the following conditions is associated with the Epstein-Barr virus and presents as white patches in the oral cavity?
98
What is the primary role of oral medicine specialists in the management of oral diseases?
99
In oral radiology, what does the term "periapical" refer to?
100
What is the most common imaging modality for assessing the bone structure of the maxillofacial region?