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bobbysung

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The tapping of the suspect tooth and a control tooth with a mouth mirror handle is a __________ test.
 a. pulp vitality
  b. percussion
  c. transillumination
  d. mobility

Question 2

The most useful tools in diagnosing periapical problems are often ____________.
 a. pulp vitality tests
  b. percussion tests
  c. radiographs
  d. none of the above



AmberC1996

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Answer to Question 1

b
RATIONALE: The tapping of the suspect tooth and a control tooth with a mouth mirror handle is a percussion test.

Answer to Question 2

c
RATIONALE: The most useful tools in diagnosing periapical problems are often radiographs.



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