Teeth Decay Quiz

What is the main cause of teeth decay?

• Poor oral hygiene

• Excessive sugar consumption

• Genetics

• Plaque buildup

Which type of teeth decay affects the chewing surfaces of the back teeth?

• pit and fissure decay

• interproximal decay

• root decay

• smooth surface decay

What is the earliest stage of teeth decay?

• Dental plaque

• Toothbrush

• Cavity

• Toothpaste

Which type of teeth decay occurs between the teeth or under fillings?

• Intrinsic decay

• Extrinsic decay

• Superficial decay

• Interproximal decay

What is the final stage of teeth decay?

• toothache

• tooth loss

• tooth extraction

• cavity filling

Which type of teeth decay affects the root surface of the teeth?

• Root surface decay

• Crown decay

• Enamel decay

• Gum decay

What is the middle stage of teeth decay?

• cavity decay

• enamel decay

• dentin decay

• root decay

Which type of teeth decay occurs at the gumline or neck of the tooth?

What is the stage of teeth decay where the cavity reaches the pulp of the tooth?

• pulpitis

• periodontitis

• enamel erosion

• gingivitis

Which of the following is NOT a cause of teeth decay?

• Genetics

• Poor oral hygiene

• Sugar

• Fluoride