Fachkommunikation auf Englisch für Zahnmedizinische Fachangestellte: Online-Quiz

Question 1

Which English word means the same as the German term "Bohrer" in a dental context?

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drill

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explorer

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scaler

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syringe

Question 2

Welche der folgenden Begrüßungen ist in einer Zahnarztpraxis gegenüber einem Patienten angemessen?

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Guten Tag, wie kann ich Ihnen heute helfen?

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Hallo, was gibt's?

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Was scheint das Problem zu sein?

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Grüße, mein lieber Patient. Bereiten Sie sich auf Ihre Zahnuntersuchung vor.

Question 3

Which of the following is a correct translation of "Zahnarzthelferin" into English?

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Dental assistant

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Dental hygienist

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Dentist

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Receptionist

Question 4

What is the English term for "Karies"?

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Cavity

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Plaque

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Gingivitis

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Pulpitis

Question 5

What is the English term for "Wurzelbehandlung"?

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Root canal treatment

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Extraction

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Filling

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Scaling

Question 6

What is the English phrase for "Bitte spülen Sie Ihren Mund aus"?

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Rinse your mouth, please.

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Spit out, please.

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Gargle, please.

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Drink some water, please.

Question 7

Which of the following devices is used to take X-rays of teeth?

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X-ray machine

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Scaler

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Polisher

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Ultrasonic cleaner

Question 8

What is the English term for "Zahnbelag"?

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Plaque

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Tartar

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Calculus

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Gingivitis

Question 9

What is the correct English translation for 'Zahnimplantat'?

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Dental implant

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Tooth enamel

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Root canal

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Gum disease

Question 10

Which dental procedure involves removing decayed tooth material?

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Filling

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Extraction

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Root canal treatment

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Scaling

Question 11

Which statement about dental assistants is true?

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Dental assistants must be familiar with dental terminology.

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Dental assistants are responsible for performing treatments on patients.

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Dental assistants are not involved in patient education.

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Dental assistants are not allowed to take X-rays.

Question 12

What is the English translation for 'Parodontitis'?

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Periodontitis

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Gingivitis

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Pulpitis

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Caries

Question 13

Which of the following statements about dental hygiene is false?

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Toothpaste with fluoride strengthens tooth enamel.

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Regular brushing helps prevent tooth decay.

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Flossing should be done daily.

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Sugary drinks contribute to tooth decay.

Question 14

What is the name of the instrument used by dentists to place fillings in teeth?

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Amalgamator

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Scalpel

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Scaler

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Elevator

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a sign of gum disease?

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Smooth teeth

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Red, swollen gums

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Bleeding gums when brushing

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Receding gums

Question 16

What is the English term for 'Wurzelbehandlung'?

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Root canal treatment

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Extraction

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Filling

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Scaling

Question 17

Which statement about dental ethics is true?

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Dentists have a duty to inform their patients about the risks and benefits of treatments.

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Dentists may not treat patients without their consent.

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Dentists may not charge patients for additional expenses.

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Dentists are allowed to advertise their services.

Question 18

When greeting a patient in a professional dental setting, which salutation is appropriate in English?

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Hello, I'm...

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Good day, Doctor

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How do you do today?

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Pleased to meet you

Question 19

What is the most accurate English translation for the term 'Karies' in dental terminology?

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Caries

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Abscess

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Pulpitis

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Gingivitis

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT typically included as a component of a standard dental examination?

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Blood pressure reading

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Visual inspection

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X-rays

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Patient interview

Question 21

In English, how would you instruct a patient to rinse their mouth with an antiseptic solution?

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Swish the solution gently in your mouth for about 30 seconds.

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Immediately spit out the solution after rinsing.

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Rinse your mouth with water prior to using the antiseptic solution.

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Swallow a small amount of the antiseptic solution.

Question 22

In dental terminology, what does the acronym 'RCT' stand for?

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Root Canal Treatment

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Radiographic Computed Tomography

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Restorative Composite Treatment

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Resin Composite Technology

Question 23

What is the primary purpose of using a dental dam during a dental procedure?

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To isolate a specific tooth or area

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To protect the patient's airway

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To maintain a sterile environment

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To prevent swallowing of small objects

Question 24

What is the English translation for the dental material 'Amalgamfüllung'?

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Amalgam filling

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Composite filling

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Ceramic inlay

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Glass ionomer cement filling

Question 25

In a dental setting, which of the following is a potential advantage of effective communication skills?

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Increased patient trust and confidence

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Reduced patient anxiety and fear

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Enhanced patient compliance

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Streamlined administrative processes

Question 26

Translate "Zahn" into English.

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Tooth

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Gum

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Jaw

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Tongue

Question 27

What is the English term for "Karies"?

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Caries

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Calculus

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Gingivitis

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Pulpitis

Question 28

What is the purpose of a dental dam?

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To isolate a tooth during treatment

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To protect the patient's airway

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To suction saliva during procedures

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To provide anesthesia to the patient

Question 29

Translate "Zahntechniker" into English.

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Dental technician

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Dental hygienist

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Dental assistant

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Dentist

Question 30

What is the English term for "Zahnfleischentzündung"?

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Gingivitis

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Periodontitis

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Stomatitis

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Pulpitis

Question 31

Which of the following preventive measures is used to reduce the risk of tooth decay?

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Fluoridation

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Crowning

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Scaling

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Extraction

Question 32

Which tooth surface is most susceptible to cavities?

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Proximal

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Occlusal

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Buccal

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Lingual

Question 33

What is the primary purpose of a panoramic X-ray in dentistry?

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To provide a comprehensive view of the teeth and jaws

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To detect root canal issues

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To identify hidden cavities

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To monitor orthodontic treatment progress

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a type of dental crown?

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Amalgam

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All-ceramic

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Zirconia

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Metal-ceramic

Question 35

What is the term used to describe the process of removing a tooth?

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Extraction

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Restoration

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Endodontics

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Prosthesis

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT considered a major component of a tooth's anatomy?

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Periodontal ligament

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Crown

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Roots

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Pulp chamber

Question 37

What is the professional term for the procedure that removes plaque and calculus from teeth?

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Scaling

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Root planing

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Extraction

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Filling

Question 38

What is the name of the specialized tissue that surrounds and supports the teeth?

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Periodontal ligament

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Gingiva

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Enamel

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Dentin

Question 39

What is the technical term for the condition where the teeth are not properly aligned in the mouth?

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Malocclusion

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Caries

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Gingivitis

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Periodontitis

Question 40

What is the professional term for the process of lightening the color of teeth?

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Bleaching

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Scaling

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Polishing

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Fluoridation

Question 41

What is the English translation for "Bohrer"?

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Drill

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Probe

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Scaler

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Extractor

Question 42

Which document is indispensable in a dental practice?

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Patient file

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Invoice

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Marketing brochure

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Work schedule

Question 43

Which statement about the medical history is correct?

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It serves to collect information about the patient's health status and medical history.

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It is only used for new patients.

Question 44

What is the English translation of "Betäubungsspritze"?

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Anesthetic injection

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Analgesic injection

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Sedative injection

Question 45

Which of the following tasks is NOT part of a dental assistant's responsibilities?

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Prescribing medication

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Sterilizing instruments

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Scheduling appointments

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Assisting during treatments

Question 46

Which abbreviation stands for "treatment plan"?

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Tx-Plan

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Appt-Plan

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Rec-Plan

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Diagn-Plan

Question 47

Which of the following phrases is used to ask a patient to open their mouth wide?

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Please open your mouth wide.

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Open your mouth, please.

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Can you open your mouth?

Question 48

How would you ask a patient about their dental history?

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Could you tell me more about your past dental experiences and treatments?

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Can you show me your dental record?

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Do you have any dental problems?

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What is your dental history?

Question 49

Which of the following is the correct way to confirm a patient's appointment?

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Your appointment for tomorrow at 9 am is now confirmed.

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You have an appointment tomorrow at 9 am.

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Is your appointment tomorrow at 9 am?

Question 50

How would you politely request a patient to wait?

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Could you please wait for a moment?

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Please be patient.

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Wait here!

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Can you come back later?

Question 51

Which of the following phrases is used to describe a patient with a buildup of plaque?

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The patient presents with significant plaque accumulation.

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The patient's teeth are stained.

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The patient has a lot of tartar.

Question 52

Which of the following is the correct way to explain a dental procedure to a patient?

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First, I will administer local anesthesia to numb the area. Then, I will use a drill to remove the decayed tissue.

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I will numb the area and drill out the decay.

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I will drill out the decay and then numb the area.

Question 53

How would you ask a patient to rinse their mouth?

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Could you please rinse your mouth with this water?

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Rinse your mouth with water.

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Please take a sip of water.

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Can you rinse your mouth?

Question 54

Which of the following is the correct way to apologize for a delay?

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I apologize for the delay. I had an unexpected situation with another patient.

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I am sorry for the inconvenience.

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I appreciate your understanding.

Question 55

How would you ask a patient if they have any questions or concerns?

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Do you have any questions or concerns about the procedure?

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Do you have any questions?

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Is there anything you don't understand?

Question 56

What is the English term for a "Zahnfüllung"?

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Filling

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Bridge

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Crown

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Root canal

Question 57

Which phrase is most appropriate to explain to a patient they need a "Zahnreinigung"?

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You need a professional teeth cleaning.

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You should clean your teeth more often.

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Your teeth need a cleaning.

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We need to clean your teeth.

Question 58

A patient asks "What does this mean?" while pointing to a dental X-ray. How would you explain it?

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This shows the structure of your teeth and jaw.

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This is an X-ray of your teeth.

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It's a picture of your teeth.

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It shows your teeth.

Question 59

What is the English term for "Zahnfleischentzündung"?

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Gingivitis

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Dental caries

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Periodontitis

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Pulpitis

Question 60

Which English term describes a tooth affected by caries?

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decayed

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healthy

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sensitive

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white

Question 61

What is the English translation for 'Mundhygiene'?

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oral hygiene

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dental care

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gum health

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teeth cleaning

Question 62

Which of the following is a typical question asked by a dentist during an examination?

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Does it hurt when I touch here?

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What kind of toothpaste do you use?

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Have you ever had braces?

Question 63

What is the name of the tool used by a dentist to remove tooth decay?

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drill

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explorer

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mirror

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scaler

Question 64

Which sentence is a polite request for the patient to rinse their mouth?

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Could you please rinse your mouth?

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Rinse your mouth!

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You should rinse your mouth.

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Do you want to rinse your mouth?