Periodontology: practice question

A Dentistry question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Dentistry · Periodontology

Sample item

What is a common sign of gingivitis?

Original practice item, not a recalled exam question. Nothing here is recorded.

The answer and the reasoning

A. Bleeding on brushing

The central Periodontology principle supports Bleeding on brushing; it is the answer that most directly explains the image finding, modality choice, or oral-health feature described.

Option by option

  • A. Bleeding on brushing (correct)

    Correct. Bleeding on brushing best matches the key information in this scenario.

  • B. Peripheral cyanosis

    Peripheral cyanosis is not supported by the imaging or dental clue provided.

  • C. Painless visual loss

    Painless visual loss does not fit the stated periodontology context.

  • D. Nasal obstruction

    Nasal obstruction may be used elsewhere but is not the strongest answer here.

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What is the answer to this Dentistry question?

The best answer is A, Bleeding on brushing. The central Periodontology principle supports Bleeding on brushing; it is the answer that most directly explains the image finding, modality choice, or oral-health feature described.

Why is "Peripheral cyanosis" not the answer?

Peripheral cyanosis is not supported by the imaging or dental clue provided.

Why is "Painless visual loss" not the answer?

Painless visual loss does not fit the stated periodontology context.

Why is "Nasal obstruction" not the answer?

Nasal obstruction may be used elsewhere but is not the strongest answer here.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Periodontology in Dentistry. The correct option holds because: Correct. Bleeding on brushing best matches the key information in this scenario.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Periodontology?

Learn the dental formula, eruption ages and tooth structure once, as tables. Then use the flashcards and the other Dentistry questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.