Dental Hygiene Vocabulary Quiz
Test your knowledge of dental hygiene terms. Please answer all questions below. This quiz is for educational purposes only and does not collect sensitive information.
Which of the following best defines 'plaque'?
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A sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth
A tool used to clean between teeth
A type of toothpaste
A dental procedure
What does 'gingivitis' refer to?
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Inflammation of the gums
Decay of a tooth
Loss of tooth enamel
A type of dental floss
Select the correct definition for 'enamel':
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The hard, outer surface layer of a tooth
The soft tissue inside the tooth
A type of mouthwash
A dental cleaning tool
Which term describes a professional cleaning of the teeth by a dental hygienist?
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Prophylaxis
Extraction
Filling
Crown
What is 'fluoride' primarily used for in dental care?
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To strengthen tooth enamel and prevent decay
To whiten teeth
To remove plaque
To treat gum disease
Match the dental hygiene terms to their correct definitions.
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Definition
Enamel
Hard outer surface of a tooth
Film of bacteria on teeth
Inflammation of gums
Professional teeth cleaning
Plaque
Hard outer surface of a tooth
Film of bacteria on teeth
Inflammation of gums
Professional teeth cleaning
Gingivitis
Hard outer surface of a tooth
Film of bacteria on teeth
Inflammation of gums
Professional teeth cleaning
Prophylaxis
Hard outer surface of a tooth
Film of bacteria on teeth
Inflammation of gums
Professional teeth cleaning
On a scale of 1 to 5, how confident are you in your knowledge of dental hygiene vocabulary?
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Not confident
1
2
3
4
Very confident
5
1 is Not confident, 5 is Very confident
Which tool is primarily used to remove plaque between teeth?
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Dental floss
Toothbrush
Mouthwash
Tongue scraper
What is the recommended minimum number of times to brush your teeth each day?
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Two times
One time
Three times
Once a week
Which of the following is NOT a sign of healthy gums?
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Redness and swelling
Firm texture
Pale pink color
No bleeding when brushing
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