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Answers are based on colleagues best efforts and may not be 100% accurate. If you believe an answer is incorrect, please click the Report button to let us know. Please fill in your details to continue NameEmailPhone Number 1 / 50 Category: Endodontics 1) A patient still feels pain after taking ibuprofen. What is the next step? Prescribe opioids Increase ibuprofen dose Follow-up Ibuprofen + Acetaminophen Combining NSAIDs with acetaminophen enhances pain relief. 2 / 50 Category: Endodontics 2) Where is the second canal typically located in a lower central incisor? Labial Distal Mesial Lingual The second canal is often found on the lingual side. 3 / 50 Category: Endodontics 3) What is the immediate clinical management for an intracanal medicament accident? Surgical intervention Re-RCT Follow-up Antibiotics Monitoring is often sufficient if no symptoms are present. 4 / 50 Category: Endodontics 4) What is the standard size for gutta-percha tracing? 20 35 30 25 Size 25 is commonly used for gutta-percha tracing. 5 / 50 Category: Endodontics 5) A vital tooth with periapical radiolucency is likely due to: Trauma Endo origin Perio origin True combined lesion Periapical radiolucency in vital teeth is often periodontal in origin. 6 / 50 Category: Endodontics 6) Which system is known as a reciprocal system in endodontics? K-file H-file Endo-eze (WaveOne) ProTaper Reciprocal systems use a back-and-forth motion for canal preparation. 7 / 50 Category: Endodontics 7) A crown fracture involving enamel and dentin without pulp exposure is classified as: Uncomplicated crown fracture Root fracture Complicated crown fracture Crown infarction Uncomplicated fractures do not involve the pulp. 8 / 50 Category: Endodontics 8) Sharp pain in a tooth is primarily transmitted by which nerve fiber? A A-delta B C A-delta fibers are responsible for sharp, localized pain. 9 / 50 Category: Endodontics 9) A patient reports pain with hot food/drinks that relieves with cold. What is the endo diagnosis? Symptomatic irreversible pulpitis Asymptomatic irreversible pulpitis Normal pulp Necrotic pulp Hot sensitivity indicates irreversible pulpitis. 10 / 50 Category: Endodontics 10) Which avulsion scenario has the poorest prognosis? Avulsion <60 min closed apex Avulsion >60 min open apex Avulsion >60 min closed apex Avulsion <60 min open apex closed apex teeth have a poorer prognosis 11 / 50 Category: Endodontics 11) What type of splint is used for intruded teeth? Rigid splint No splint Flexible splint Semi-rigid splint Flexible splints allow for physiological movement. 12 / 50 Category: Endodontics 12) A patient has extruded gutta-percha with no symptoms. What is the management? Follow-up Extraction Surgical RCT RCT If asymptomatic, no intervention is needed. 13 / 50 Category: Endodontics 13) A 7-year-old child has a small pulp exposure in a central incisor. What is the best treatment? Pulpectomy DPC with MTA Cervical pulpotomy Pulpotomy Cervical pulpotomy preserves pulp vitality in young teeth. 14 / 50 Category: Endodontics 14) A tooth with calcification due to trauma 20 years ago has a poor prognosis. What is the treatment? Extraction RCT Follow-up Bleaching Calcified canals often require RCT for proper treatment. 15 / 50 Category: Endodontics 15) Which tooth has a constant number of canals? Maxillary canine Mandibular central incisor Maxillary central incisor Mandibular canine Maxillary central incisors typically have one canal. 16 / 50 Category: Endodontics 16) During Class I cavity preparation, a perforation occurs. Bleeding stops. What is the next step? Follow-up ZOE + Amalgam DPC + GIC + Composite CaOH + RMGIC Immediate sealing with DPC and restoration is recommended. 17 / 50 Category: Endodontics 17) After instrumentation, the ML canal cannot be negotiated. What is the likely cause? Separated file Perforation Calcification Ledge A ledge is a common obstruction caused by improper instrumentation. 18 / 50 Category: Endodontics 18) Which lubricant removes the smear layer? Saline NaOCl Chlorhexidine EDTA EDTA effectively removes the smear layer. 19 / 50 Category: Endodontics 19) Which instrument has a negative rake angle? H-file K-file None Rotary file K-files have a negative rake angle for efficient cutting. 20 / 50 Category: Endodontics 20) What is the shape of the access cavity for upper premolars (teeth #4 and #5)? Triangular Oval Round Rectangular Oval access allows for proper instrumentation of premolar canals. 21 / 50 Category: Endodontics 21) During treatment of tooth #16, a perforation occurs. How is it managed? MTA Extraction Re-RCT Follow-up MTA is ideal for sealing perforations. 22 / 50 Category: Endodontics 22) A radiolucent area is observed on the lateral aspect of tooth #45. What is the likely cause? Lateral canals External resorption Periapical abscess Root fracture Lateral canals can appear as radiolucent areas on X-rays. 23 / 50 Category: Endodontics 23) A short RCT is observed with apical calcification. The patient needs a survey crown. What is the next step? Do the crown Extraction Follow-up Re-RCT first If the RCT is stable and asymptomatic, proceed with the crown. 24 / 50 Category: Endodontics 24) A patient with tooth #36 (4 roots) is in pain. What is the best treatment? Pulpotomy and referral RCT Continue treatment Extraction Complex cases should be referred to a specialist. 25 / 50 Category: Endodontics 25) What is the ISO diameter of a K-file? 0.2 2 0.02 0.1 K-files have a standardized taper of 0.02. 26 / 50 Category: Endodontics 26) A 14-year-old patient has an avulsed tooth for 4 hours. What is the treatment? Follow-up RCT immediately No RCT RCT after one week Immediate RCT is recommended for avulsed teeth with closed apices. 27 / 50 Category: Endodontics 27) During access, a pulp stone is observed. What is the next step? Referral to endodontist Remove the pulp stone Continue treatment Extraction Pulp stones may complicate treatment, requiring specialist intervention. 28 / 50 Category: Endodontics 28) Which sealer can affect the tooth if left for a long time? Calcium hydroxide Resin-based sealer Glass ionomer Zinc oxide eugenol Zinc oxide eugenol can cause discoloration and irritation over time. 29 / 50 Category: Endodontics 29) A tooth was avulsed for 30 minutes and kept in milk. What type of splint is recommended? Rigid splint Semi-rigid splint No splint Functional 2-week splint Functional splints allow limited movement for healing. 30 / 50 Category: Endodontics 30) What is the cross-sectional shape of an R-file? Square Rectangular Round Triangle R-files have a triangular cross-section. 31 / 50 Category: Endodontics 31) A young patient with trauma to upper central incisors causing palatal displacement and mid-root fracture. What is the treatment? Splint with flexible for 4 weeks Follow-up Extraction RCT Splinting stabilizes the tooth and promotes healing in root fractures. 32 / 50 Category: Endodontics 32) A fracture involving enamel and dentin without pulp exposure is called: Crown infarction Root fracture Complicated fracture Uncomplicated fracture Uncomplicated fractures do not involve the pulp. 33 / 50 Category: Endodontics 33) A molar with 2 posts and no RCT has no symptoms. What is the management? Re-RCT Extraction Assure the patient Follow-up If asymptomatic, no intervention is needed. 34 / 50 Category: Endodontics 34) What is the best analgesic for post-endodontic pain? None NSAID Opioids Acetaminophen NSAIDs are effective for managing post-endodontic pain. 35 / 50 Category: Endodontics 35) During instrumentation, a calcified canal suddenly disappears. What is the cause? Perforation Calcification Bifurcation Ledge Bifurcation can cause the canal to split and disappear. 36 / 50 Category: Endodontics 36) Which instrument is used to check canal flaring after preparation? Master cone gutta percha Patency file Master file Spreader Spreaders are used to check canal flaring. 37 / 50 Category: Endodontics 37) Which tooth most commonly shows 8 canal configurations? Mandibular 2nd molar Maxillary 2nd premolar Mandibular 1st molar Maxillary 1st premolar Maxillary 2nd premolars often have complex canal anatomy. 38 / 50 Category: Endodontics 38) A PA radiograph shows large bone resorption adjacent to tooth #32, which is vital. What is the likely cause? Perio Perio-Endo Endo Endo-Perio Bone resorption in vital teeth is often periodontal in origin. 39 / 50 Category: Endodontics 39) A file breaks in the middle of the canal. What is the prognosis? Fair Good Poor None If the file can be removed, the prognosis is fair. 40 / 50 Category: Endodontics 40) Which sealer is resorbable? Resin-based sealer Glass ionomer Calcium hydroxide ZOE Calcium hydroxide sealers are resorbable. 41 / 50 Category: Endodontics 41) A patient has asymptomatic internal resorption in the mid-root. What is the management? Occlusal reduction Extraction Follow-up RCT Internal resorption requires RCT to prevent further damage. 42 / 50 Category: Endodontics 42) What is the best method to refine access for a C-shaped canal? Ultrasonic #2 round bur #1 round bur 169 L bur Ultrasonic tips are precise for refining complex canal anatomy. 43 / 50 Category: Endodontics 43) A patient has broken instruments in tooth #26 with no symptoms. What is the management? Root amputation Apical surgery Try to bypass and re-RCT Extraction If asymptomatic, attempt to bypass the broken instrument. 44 / 50 Category: Endodontics 44) Why is the smear layer removed before obturation? None To allow sealer penetration To remove sealer easily To increase antimicrobial activity Removing the smear layer ensures proper sealer adhesion. 45 / 50 Category: Endodontics 45) A patient presents with pulp exposure due to trauma 3 hours ago. What is the best treatment? Pulpotomy RCT Direct pulp cap Indirect pulp cap Direct pulp capping is indicated for small, recent exposures in vital teeth. 46 / 50 Category: Endodontics 46) A necrotic immature central incisor with a history of trauma requires which treatment? Extraction RCT with MTA Pulpotomy RCT MTA promotes apexification in immature teeth. 47 / 50 Category: Endodontics 47) A tooth with condensing osteitis shows a sudden disappearance of the canal. What is the cause? Calcification Ledge Perforation Bifurcation Condensing osteitis can lead to canal bifurcation. 48 / 50 Category: Endodontics 48) A mid-root circular radiolucency is observed in an asymptomatic tooth. What is the next step? Investigate pulp status Take CBCT Perform RCT Follow-up RCT is indicated for internal resorption. 49 / 50 Category: Endodontics 49) A patient has a deep pocket, abscess, or cyst. What is the first step? Follow-up Endo Surgical intervention Curettage Surgical intervention is often required for deep lesions. 50 / 50 Category: Endodontics 50) A patient with generalized bone loss and pain in tooth #26 has no response to cold or EPT. What is the diagnosis? True combined Primary endo secondary perio Primary endo Primary perio secondary endo Pain in a non-vital tooth with bone loss suggests periodontal involvement. Your score is The average score is 58% Facebook Twitter 0% Restart quiz Please rate this exam and leave a comment with any notes or suggestions. Anonymous feedback Thank you for your feedback Send feedback Facebook X LinkedIn Messenger Messenger WhatsApp Telegram Print Share Facebook X LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit Messenger Messenger WhatsApp Telegram Share via Email Print