Quiz on Dental Health

Which layer of a tooth provides the hardest outer protection?

• Dentine

• Pulp

• Enamel

• Cement

The primary function of premolars is:

• Biting

• Cutting food

• Grinding food

• Tearing food

What attaches the tooth to the jawbone?

• Enamel

• Periodontal ligament

• Pulp

• Cement

What is the main cause of tooth decay?

• Lack of calcium

• Bacterial breakdown of sugars producing acid

• Insufficient tooth brushing

• Gum infections

What does the acid produced by bacteria corrode in the tooth?

• Pulp

• Dentine

• Enamel

• Cement

A bridge in dental replacement is:

• A removable appliance

• A fixed dental restoration

• A dental implant

• A crown

What is the role of the root canal treatment?

• To remove the tooth

• To treat damaged or infected pulp

• To reshape adjacent teeth

• To fill cavities

Which dental replacement is most likely to cause discomfort when speaking?

• Removable dentures

• Implants

• Crowns

• Bridges

Which of the following best describes dental crowns?

• Removable

• Protects and strengthens weak teeth

• Used only after root canal treatment

• A complete replacement of the tooth

Gingivitis is primarily caused by:

• Lack of calcium

• Poor dental hygiene

• Acidic food consumption

• Over-brushing