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The critical pH for tooth demineralization is?
The critical pH for tooth demineralization is? a. pH 5.5 b. pH 6 c. pH 6.7 d. pH 7 Answer: a. pH 5.5 CRITICAL PH is the pH at which demineralization occur. Critical pH for enamel and cementum are as below: - enamel: pH 5.5 - cementum: pH 6 The pH of the tooth surface remains below the critical pH...  Read More
What disease is related to adrenal insufficiency?
What disease is related to adrenal insufficiency? Celiac sprue Addison disease Cushing's syndrome Answer: B. Addison disease Primary adrenal insufficiency, called Addison's disease produces signs and symptoms that are related to a...  Read More
Bradycardia refers to:
Bradycardia refers to: Heart rate above 100 beats per minute Heart rate under 60 beats per minute Increased heart contraction force Decreased heart contraction force Answer: B. Heart rate under 60 beats per minute Bradycardia refers to slower than normal heart rate (under 60 beats...  Read More
Which of the following is NOT true about acetaminophen?
Which of the following is NOT true about acetaminophen? it is analgesic It is antipyretic It is anti-inflammatory All of the above Answer: C. It is anti-inflammatory Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is an antipyretic (fever-reducing) and analgesic (pain-relieving) agent, but is not...  Read More
What is the most common location for a dentigerous cyst?
What is the most common location for a dentigerous cyst? Erupting incisors Erupting premolars Roots of molars Erupting third molars Answer: D. Erupting third molars A dentigerous cyst, also called a follicular cyst, forms from the accumulation of fluid between the reduced enamel...  Read More
Which of the following conditions is NOT caused by a virus?
Which of the following conditions is NOT caused by a virus? Hand-foot-mouth disease Herpes labialis Infectious mononucleosis Candidiasis Answer: D. Candidiasis Candidiasis is caused by the fungus Candida albicans. Herpes labialis is caused by a group of viruses called human herpes...  Read More
Which repair process describes healing with minimal scaring?
Which repair process describes healing with minimal scaring? Repair by primary intention Repair by secondary intention Repair by tertiary intention Keloid Answer: A. Repair by primary intention When healing happens with minimal scaring, such as in surgical incisions, it is called...  Read More
Probe depth is 3mm, recession is 3mm. What is the CAL?
Probe depth is 3mm, recession is 3mm. What is the CAL? 0 m 3mm 6mm 9mm Answer: C. 6mm Clinical attachment level (or loss, CAL) is a more accurate indicator of the periodontal support around a tooth than probing depth alone. CAL is measured from a fixed point on the tooth that...  Read More
316 Modern Dental Practice Marketing with Jill Nastasia : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Stream Audio here                                        AUDIO - DUwHF #316 - Jill Nastasia                            Watch Video here                                        VIDEO - DUwHF #316 - Jill Nastasia                            MDPM Consulting Mission Statement:...  Read More
Solar cheilitis is most likely to appear in,
Solar cheilitis is most likely to appear in, Immunocompromised patients Dark-skinned adults Patients undergoing cancer therapy Fair-skinned adults Answer: D. Fair skinned adults Solar cheilitis, also called actinic cheilitis usually occurs in fair-skinned individuals. The cause...  Read More
Which microorganism causes syphilis?
Which microorganism causes syphilis? (A). Treponema pallidum (B). Streptococcus pyogenes (C). Herpes virus (D). Epstein-Barr virus Answer: (A). Treponema pallidum Syphilis is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. Streptococcal pharyngitis and scarlet fever is caused by the bacterium...  Read More
All of the following drugs create pupil dilation except?
All of the following drugs create pupil dilation except? a. Meth b. Cocaine c. LSD d. Morphine Answer: d. morphine The pupil is constricted or dilated by the contraction of smooth muscle in the iris. Increased release of acetylcholine by the PARASYMPATHETIC nervous system causes contraction of...  Read More
315 Implants and Multiple Practice Ownership with Brady Frank : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Listen on iTunes Stream Audio here                                                                                                    AUDIO - DUwHF #315 - Brady Frank                                       Watch Video here                                           ...  Read More
314 Crestal Window Sinus Grafting with Samuel Lee : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Stream Audio here                                        AUDIO - DUwHF #314 - Samuel Lee                            Watch Video here                                        VIDEO - DUwHF #314 - Samuel Lee                            Dr. Samuel Lee has earned double...  Read More
313 Whitehall Management with Greg Stanley : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
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312 Cracked Teeth with Jason Hales : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
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Should You Hire an Online Marketing Company or Do it Yourself? (Listen: Podcast)
You've probably wondered to yourself: Should I do my own online marketing, or hire someone to do it for you? Here are some common questions that will help you to determine which route to take: 50 Hours to Learn the Basics: Are you willing to spend 50 hours minimum (200-300 hours preferably) to...  Read More
311 Disability Insurance with Ivan and Jeff Kirshner : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
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047: Jayme Amos – Building The Ideal Practice From Scratch
047: Jayme Amos – Building The Ideal Practice From Scratch Welcome to another episode of The Dentalpreneur Podcast. Joining us today is Jayme Amos. Jayme is founder of Ideal Practices Consulting, author of Choosing...  Read More
310 Short Term Orthodontics with Noel Ananthan : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Stream Audio here                                        AUDIO - DUwHF #310 - Noel Ananthan                            Watch Video here                                        VIDEO - DUwHF #310 - Noel Ananthan                            In this episode, Dr. Noel...  Read More
5 Strategies to help you pass the National Dental Hygiene Board Examination
What can you do to maximize your chances of succeeding at your regional and ? Here are 5 strategies that have proven to work with students I mentored at , and I would like to share them with you so you can also successfully pass all of your examinations. 1. Find the key words in the question (at...  Read More
309 Everything Edge Endo with Charles Goodis : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
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308 Day to Day Wins and Challenges with Jake Skelton : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Stream Audio here                                        AUDIO - DUwHF #308 - Jake Skelton                            Watch Video here                                        VIDEO - DUwHF #308 - Jake Skelton                            This episode’s discussion:...  Read More
307 Gold Virtual Assistant with Arreanna Cromartie : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
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What  Do You Think Happened When I Told My Patients They Have Periodontal Disease?
Hygienists see patients daily who have perio. What do you say when a longtime, routine hygiene patient who now has perio disease? Are you nervous they may go to another office if you tell them things in their mouth are not status-quo today? Will they complain because their insurance doesn't pay...  Read More
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