Oral Anatomy and Pathology Quiz

Test your knowledge of oral anatomy and pathology with these quiz questions. Learn about saliva production, tooth functions, gum conditions, and more.

#1

Which structure is responsible for producing saliva in the mouth?

Parotid gland
Submandibular gland
Sublingual gland
All of the above
#2

What is the main function of the enamel in teeth?

Chewing food
Sensing temperature
Protecting teeth
Producing saliva
#3

Which type of tooth is responsible for cutting and tearing food?

Incisor
Canine
Premolar
Molar
#4

Which type of tooth is primarily responsible for tearing and cutting food?

Incisor
Canine
Premolar
Molar
#5

What is the medical term for the study of dental diseases and conditions?

Orthodontics
Endodontics
Periodontics
Odontology
#6

Which part of a tooth contains nerves and blood vessels?

Enamel
Dentin
Pulp
Cementum
#7

Which condition is characterized by the inflammation of the gum tissue?

Gingivitis
Periodontitis
Stomatitis
Thrush
#8

What is the most common cause of tooth decay?

Acidic foods
Sugar and bacteria
Genetic factors
Poor oral hygiene
#9

What is the role of the uvula in the oral cavity?

Speech production
Taste perception
Saliva secretion
Preventing food from entering the nasal cavity
#10

What is the medical term for the condition commonly known as 'dry mouth'?

Xerostomia
Halitosis
Dysgeusia
Sialorrhea
#11

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the tongue?

Taste perception
Speech production
Mastication
Swallowing
#12

Which condition is characterized by the inflammation of the salivary glands, typically due to a viral infection?

Sialolithiasis
Sialadenitis
Mucocele
Pleomorphic adenoma
#13

Which of the following conditions is a benign tumor of the salivary glands?

Leukoplakia
Sialolithiasis
Mucocele
Pleomorphic adenoma
#14

What is the medical term for inflammation of the tongue?

Glossitis
Cheilitis
Stomatitis
Periodontitis
#15

Which of the following oral conditions is caused by a fungal infection?

Leukoplakia
Periodontitis
Oral thrush
Sialolithiasis
#16

Which of the following is a surgical procedure to remove a tooth from its socket in the jawbone?

Crown lengthening
Root canal therapy
Extraction
Scaling and root planing
#17

Which of the following is a common symptom of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ)?

Bruxism
Trismus
Halitosis
Pain in the jaw

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