Centro Escolar University

School of Dentistry
PRE-BOARD THEORETICAL EXAMINATION

DENTAL JURISPRUDENCE AND PRACTICE MANAGEMENT

Shade AE if the answer is not in the given choices.

1. An Act to regulate the practice of Dentistry, Dental Hygiene and Dental Technology in the Philippines.
A. Philippine Dental Act of 1963 C. Philippine Dental Act of 2007
B. Philippine Dental Act of 1903 D. Philippine Dental Act of 2012

2. One of their functions is to ensure that all educational institutions offering dentistry, dental hygiene
and dental technology comply with policies, standards and requirement of the course in the areas of
curriculum, faculty, library and facilities.***
A. CHED C. TESDA
B. Board of Dentistry D. Philippine Dental Association

3. The dentist licensure examination shall consist of both written and practical tests and in order to pass
the examination, an examinee must obtain a general weighted average of at least seventy-five
percent (75%), with no rating below sixty percent (60%) in any subject.
A. TRUE B. FALSE

4. As required by RA 9484, the Board of Dentistry shall be composed of:

A. A chairman and 3 members C. A chairman and 5 members
B. A chairman and 4 members D. A chairman and 2 members only

5. Members of the Board of the Dentistry shall be appointed by:

A. Chairman, CHED C. President, Philippine Dental Association
B. Chairman, PRC D. President of the Philippines

6. Responsible in prescribing guidelines and criteria in the Continuing Professional Education (CPE)
program for dentistry, dental hygiene and dental technology:
A. CHED C. CHED and TESDA
B. TESDA D. Board of Dentistry

7. The following are the qualification of the Chairman and Members of the Board of Dentistry, except:
A. Duly registered dentist in the Philippines
B. Have at least 10 years of continuous experience as a dentist
C. A member of the faculty of any dental school.
D. Natural-born citizen of the Philippine and a resident
E. A member of good standing of the accredited professional organization for the last 5 years.

8. The Board shall submit to the Commission the ratings obtained by each candidate within a week (7)
days after the last day of examination unless extended for just cause.
A. TRUE B. FALSE

9. The following are the qualification for admission to the dentist licensure examination in the Philippines,
except:
A. He/She is a citizen of the Philippines
B. He/She has not been convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude
C. He/She is a graduate of a recognized and legally constituted university, college, school or institute
with a degree of doctor of dental medicine or its equivalent.
D. He/She has completed a review class in any school of dentistry in the Philippines.
E. He/She has completed the refresher course required after failing 3 consecutive licensure exam.

10. A foreigner can qualify for admission to the licensure examination for dentist if he/she can prove that
the country of which he/she is a citizen permits Filipino dentists to practice witihin its territorial
jurisdiction on the same basis as the citizens of such country.
A. TRUE B. FALSE
 11. A certificate of registration shall be issued to examinees who pass the licensure examination for
dentistry subject to payment of fees prescribed by the Commission. The certificated of registration
shall bear the following, except:
A. the signature of the chairperson of the Commission
B. the signature the chairman and members of the Board
C. a stamped of the official seal of the Board and the Commission
D. the person named therein which is entitled to practice the profession
E. the signature of the person entitled to practice the profession

12. A professional identification card shall be issued to every registrant upon payment of fees. The card
shall bear the following, except:
A. Registration number D. Date of issuance
B. The signature of the chairperson of the Commission E. nationality of the registrant
C. Expiry date of the card

13. The professional identification card upon payment of fees and upon satisfying the requirements of the
Board, shall be renewed by the registrant_____.****
A. every year B. every 2 years C. every 3 years

14. The Board of Dentistry shall refuse to issue a certificate of registration to the following successful
examinee or to any examinee registered without examination, EXCEPT:
A. Those convicted by a court of competent jurisdiction of any criminal offense involving moral
turpitude.
B. Those found guilty of immoral or dishonorable conduct after investigation of the board
C. Those who has been declared to be of unsound mind
D. Those who will not practice dentistry in the Philippines.

15. The Board shall have the power to recommend the nullification or suspension of the validity of the
certificate of registration and professional identification card as a dentist for any of the causes below
EXCEPT :
A. Unprofessional and unthetical conduct
B. Malpractice
C. Incompetence, serious ignorance or negligence
D. Willful destruction or mutilation of a natural tooth
E. Deceitful, fraud or false statement to obtain a certification of registration.

16. The purpose of PD 1575 requiring dentist to keep records of patients is to:
A. saddle the dentist with more administrative work
B. identify persons, especially in the solution of crimes
C. compel dentist to employ filing clerks to ease unemployment
D. train dentists in proper record keeping
E. none of the choices.

17. A right inherent in every state to take private property for public use upon payment of just
compensation to the owner. What power of the government can exercise this?
A. taxation B. police power C., eminent domain D. both A & B

18. The following forms of advertising are authorized except:

A. letters for building signs on the 1st floor or a dental clinic showing only the name of the
dentist , dental school from where he graduated or the term dentist or dentistry.
B. dental clinic having not more than one building sign per exposure
C. “with x-ray” sign not appearing in the card of the dentist
D. not illuminated signs being used.
E. dentist ‘s listing in the directory not in bold type nor in a box

19. When you render service to a dependent person, when should you identify the person to whom the bill
should be sent ?
A. treatment has begun B. treatment has ended C. before the treatment is done
20. The following factors should be considered by a dentist in establishing his fee to a patient except:
A. nature of the case C.. dentist’s expertise of the case
B.. efforts and skills exerted D. .materials E. capacity of the patient to pay

21. R.A. # 9484 regulates the practice of the following professions: 1. Dental Assistants 2. Dentists
3. Dental Technicians 4. Dental Radiologists 5. Dental hygienists :
A. 1,2,3 B. 2,3,5 C. 2,4,5 D. 1.2.3.4.5 E. 2.3.4.5

22. Whenever a dentist enters the dental corps of the AFP to serve , he shall assume a rank of:
A.. 2nd Lt. B. Lt. Col. C. 1st Lt. D. SPO1 E. SPO4

23. The Board of Dentistry is compelled to admit an applicant who has been refused to take the
examination provided he (the applicant) has complied with qualification for admission to the
examination, correct or incorrect:
A, provided he has no criminal record he may be admitted to the examination
B, The Board of Examiners cannot be compelled to admit any applicant for examination
C, Incorrect
D. correct

24. Two contracting parties prepare an agreement of the will on the object and terms of contract. Which of
the following will refer such agreement?
A. Emancipation B. Stipulation C. Collateral D. Consent

25. What does PRIVILEGED INFORMATION mean?

A. The patient after the diagnosis to him and his patient
B. Assault
C. The dentist must keep the information about his patient a secret
D. Unnecessary remarks of a fellow dentist should be taken seriously

26. This type of practice enables the dentist to make independent decisions freely,reduces exposure to
personality conflicts and does not lead to confusion responsibilities.
A. group practice C. expense-sharing E. solo practice
B. employer-employee relationship D. multi-located

27. All dentists practicing whether in the city or barrio must be held to the same standard of skill.
A. true C. false E. depends on the dentist’s experience
B. depends on the dentist’s income D. depends on the degree of specialization

28. The best time to schedule different procedure is:

A. After lunch when the patient is full C. Late afternoon after 4’oclock
B. Early morning D. Evening

29. A discipline dealing with good and evil with moral duty is:
A. Jurisprudence B. Morality C. Ethics D. Reciprocity

30. Patients do not expect a dentist to have this characteristic

A. up-to-date and progressive in profession C.. good personal appearance
B. pleasing personality D.. can relieve pain and discomfort

31. A dentist starting to treat a recalled patient must:

A. make a new pxt’s record C.. charge the same rate
B. take a new x ray of the complained tooth D.. all of the above

32. In what legal concept that hears before it condemns, that proceed upon inquiry and renders judgment
only after trial:
A. due process B. constitutional law C. civil law D. private law.

33. Defined as the systemic study of all laws, rules and regulations as well as legal principles as doctrine
governing and regulating dental practice:
A. dental jurisprudence B. legal rights C. law D. dental jurisprudence and ethics.

34. Willful indifference to the injury liable to follow involves:

A. professional negligence C. simple imprudence
B. criminal negligence D. all of these.

35. The essential requisites of a contract are:

A. consent, the object and right C. rights, obligations and consent
B. consent, parties and rights
 36. Injuries incapacitating an offended party for more than thirty days fall under:
A. less serious physical injuries C. slight physical injuries
B. serious physical injuries D. accidental physical injuries

37. Homicide committed through reckless imprudence shall be imposed a penalty of:
A. arresto mayor in its medium and maximum periods
B. arresto mayor in its maximum period and prison correccional in its minimum period
C. reclusion perpetua
D. destierro
E. all of the above.

38. The following are the grounds for the refusal to issue a certificate of registration, except:
A. when he has been found guilty of dishonorable conduct
B. when he is convicted by a court of competent jurisdiction
C. when he does not have the intention to practice dentistry
D., when he is of unsound mind

39. For other venues of practice, a certified true copy of diploma from the dental school, certificate of
registration and professional card obtained at PRC shall be properly posted at the aforementioned
areas. A. TRUE B. FALSE
40. Size of newpaper announcement shall not be larger than:
A. 2 column inches by 2 column inches C. 4 column inches by 4 column inches
B. 3 column inches by 3 column inches D. 5 column inches by 5 column inches

41. Announcements in print, website, e-cards and other electronic form of communication shall be posted
within ____ days from the date of opening.
A. 40 B. 30 C. 20 D. 10 E. 45

42. In practicing management, marketing dentistry is best defined as:

A. Managing services to benefit patients and gain profits
B. Dental retainers in companied whose employees exceed 300
C. Advertising the practice
D. Identifying the target patient population

43. Which of the following will you do to retain your patients in the dental practice?
A, Develop rapport with the patient
B, None of there
C, Failure to render estimates of treatment
D, Prepare a treatment plan with proposed procedure of treatment

44. The satisfaction of a patient is the best recommendation a patient can say of his /her dentist, which
can help develop him/her practice agree or disagree?
A, All of these B, Agree C, disagree

45. “Everyone is presumed to know the law” is an example of:

A. disputable presumption B. conclusive presumption C. presumption of fact.

46. An extraordinary remedy which is issued by a superior court to an inferior court commanding the latter
to send up the record of a particular case where a question of jurisdiction of the same or irregularity in
its proceedings is raised:
A. mandamus B. prohibition C. certiorari D. quo warranto

47. One advantage in practicing in rural area :

A. no opportunity to become known quickly C. lower overhead
B. less opportunity to participate in community affairs D. more social pressure

48. Which of the ff is an advantage of a group practice

A. group control of invested capital D. dependency on others
B. quantity purchasing E. potential personality conflicts
C none sharing of expertise
 49. The ff are common reasons why people do not accept tx. Except
A. faulty diagnosis D. rudeness of the dentist
B. failure to render estimates prior to tx E. dentist always in a hurry
C. good preparation and case presentation

50. . Any person who shall practice dentistry, dental hygiene or dental technology in the Philippines
without a certificate of registration and professional identification card shall be punished by a fine of :
A. not less than 50,000.00 nor more than 200,000.00
B. not less than 100,000.00 nor more than 400,000.00
C. not less than 200,00.00 nor more than 500,000.00

51. Any person who shall practice dentistry, dental hygiene or dental technology in the Philippines using a
revoke or suspended certificate of registration and professional identification card shall:
A. suffer imprisonment for a period of not less than one yr and one day nor more than 2 yrs
B. suffer imprisonment for a period of not less than two yrs and one day nor more than 4 yrs
C. suffer imprisonment for a period of not less than two yrs and one day nor more than 5 yrs
D. suffer imprisonment for a period of not less than three yrs and one day nor more than 5 yrs

52. These are felonies committed with deliberate intent or malice.

A. Dolo B. Culpa C. fault

53. A. Attempted felony B. Frustrated felony C. Consummated felony…

is when the offender performs all the acts of execution which would produce the felony as a
consequence thereof, but which nevertheless do not produce it by reason of causes independent of
the will of the perpetrator.

54. These are taxes paid as part of the gross income of the clinic which is payable every 20th of each
month.
A. Professional tax B. Percentage tax C, Income tax D. all of these.

55. The scope of examination given to licensure applicants for dentists includes the following, except:
A. general anatomy, oral anatomy, general and microscopic anatomy and embryology, general and
oral physiology, general and oral pathology, pharmacology, microbiology, nutrition,
B. dental materials, restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, orthodontics, pedodontics, pediatric
dentistry, oral physiology, anesthesiology,
C. biochemistry, principles of medicine, forensic dentistry, geriatric dentistry
D. oral diagnosis and treatment planning, endodontics, periodontics, roentgenology, oral surgery,
E. dental jurisprudence and ethics, community dentistry and practice management

56. A dentist must continuously upgrade his skills because

A. he can maintain his social standing among his peers
B. he can increase his income
C. he should impress his patients with his credentials
D. it is his duty to his profession
E. other professionals also have education programs

57. Work simplication in Dentistry means:

A shorter and easier way to practice dentistry, the right tool placed in the right position at the
right time.
B. The auxillaries do all the dental work under supervision
C. A group dental practice
D. Use of new equipment in a dental practice.

58. To prevent cross-contamination to patients from dental operatory units, a dentist should used
handpieces and water supply hoses that are fitted with which type of valves?
A. Retraction . Pressure C. Anti-retraction D. Depressurization
59. The following are marketing principles in dental practice:
I. people III. promotions
II. product IV. Patience
A. I, II & III B. I, III & IV C. I, II & IV D. II, III & IV E. I & II only
60. The following are factors to be considered in the regulation of fees in dental practice:
I. overhead expenses III. Cost of the materials
II. financial status of the dentist IV. Professional preparation
A. I, II & III B. I, II & IV C. II, III & IV D. I, III & IV E. I & III only

61. This refers to a method of payment for services where the insurer pays providers a fixed amount for
such patient treated regardless of the type, complexity or number of services required.
A. Cash C. Capitation
B. personal check D. direct reimbursement E. credit cards

62. This type of expense varies greatly depending upon the type of practice and volume of prosthetic and
orthodontic cases.
A. clinical & dental supplies. C. Laboratory fees
B. Occupancy costs D. Personnel expenses E. administrative expenses

63. Accounts payable is a system of/for:

A. distributing money owned by the practice
B. collecting money owned to the practice
C. making collection calls to patients who have overdue bills with the practice
D. receiving direct reimbursement from insurance companies.

64. Operating or overhead expenses constitute___ of the total gross collection of a dental office.
A. 50% B. 70% C. 80% D. 20%

65. A predetermined minimum quantity of a specific supply left in inventory.

A. rotating stock B. rate of use C. reorder point D. shelf life

66. This is the amount of time a product is guaranteed fresh.

A. rotating stock B. rate of use C. reorder point D. shelf life

67. These are supplies that are completely used up like cements, impression materials and gypsum.
A. Consumable B. disposable C. expendable D. equipment

68. The passport in the legitimate practice of dentistry in the country is the:
A. certificate of passing C. certificate of recognition
B. certificate of participation D. certificate of registration E. transcript of records

69. The following are advantages of heritage practice, except:

A. the rookie dentist must accept all patient transferees in most cases
B. practice is retained in the family
C. the patient load is inherited by the beginner member
D. easily accepts ideas related to the management of the clinic
E. all of the above.

70. The prime advantage of solo practice:

A. sole control of personnel C. possible tax advantage
B. one-man policy decision D. no implied partnership E. quiet ambiance

71. The following are advantages of group practice except:

A. pooling of expertise C. necessity of acceptance from group leadership
B. quality control D. quantity purchase E. freedom to be absent

72. A duly registered dental practitioner should consider the following in establishing his professional fee
to a patient:
1. complexity of the procedure
2. cost of medicines and materials/supplies used
3. financial capability of the patient
A. I & II B. I & III C. II & III D. I, II & III E. I only

73. Kinds of obligations under the Civil Code:

1. Pure and conditional obligation
2. Divisible & indivisible obligation
3. Alternative obligation
 4. Obligations without a penal clause
A. I, II & III B. I, II & IV C. I, III & IV D. II, III & IV E. I & II only

74. The Act that created the Professional Regulation Commission:

A. Act 4419 B. PD 541 C. PD 223 D. PD 332`E. none of these

75. Insanity is an example of:

A. Mitigating circumstances C. Exempting circumstances
B. Aggravating circumstances D. Justifying circumstances E. Alternative circumstances

76. The following are criminal offenses that may involve a dentist:
1. issuance of false medical/dental certificate
2. libel/slander
3. homicide
4. negligence
5. unlawful prescription of drugs.
A. I, II, III & IV B. I, II, III & V C. II, III & IV D. I, IV & V E. all of these

77. Practice management does not cover this area:

A. personal use of office finances
B. effective use and direction of labor, capital, materials
C. direction and control of all activities
D. execution of programs to attain objectives of enterprise

78. This serves as the nerve center of the dental practice serving as a hub for all activities:
A. reception room B. business office C, treatment area D. laboratory.

79. One of the advantages of having dental assistants is: A. personal conflict may develop B. additional
expenses involved C. patients can be given better service D. all of these.

80. Collection problems may be minimized if you do the following, except:

A. Gives estimates prior to treatment C. ask for down payments
B. satisfy patients D. give extensive treatment on new patients.

81. A common weakness found when dentists encounter malpractice claims is:
A. lack of personal budget C. poor bookkeeping system
B. delayed turn around time D. inadequate clinical records.

82. Marketing dentistry is best defined as:

A. identifying target patient population C. retailing dentistry
B. advertising the practice D. managing services to benefit patients and gain profit.

83. No matter how good your defense is, you have to prove it. The best way is through:
A. expert testimony C. approved practice
B. approved types of instruments D. using detailed dental records.

84. The practice of a profession is a divine or constitutional right which should be granted to all citizens
not just to a selected few:
A. depends on the type of citizenship C. false
B. true D. depends on the personalities involved.

85. Each professional who treats a patient is:

A. liable for his own malpractice C. jointly liable for the malpractice of all other doctors
B. not liable for any malpractice D. liable only for one other professional man

86. When you render a service to a dependent person, you should identify the person to whom the bill
should be sent, when?
A. the treatment is ended C. both A & B
B. during treatment D. the treatment is begun. E. before the treatment is begun.
87. A dentist should pursue a continuing education program because:
A. he can increase his income C. other professionals also have such programs
B. it is his duty to his profession D. he can maintain his social standing among his peers.

88. It is ethical for a dentist to indicate the special field of dentistry to which his practice is limited on his
card, letterhead, announcements and office sign in a dignified manner:
A. true B. none oft these C. depends on the locality of practice D. false.

89. When a dentist charges exorbitant fees, his patient:

A. will never know he has been overcharged C. loses confidence in the dentist
B. understands it is the dentist prerogative D. is flattered and appreciates it.

90. An owner of a dental clinic must display in a conspicuous spot in his office the certificate registration
of each of his dental associates in order to:
A. comply with regulations C. ensure higher rates for his office dental services
B. prove that he is better than his competitors D. assures his patients that his staff are qualified.

For numbers 91-100, Shade A, if the entire statement is correct. B if the first part of the statement is
correct but the second part is incorrect or irrelevant to the first. C if the first part of the statement is
incorrect but the second part is correct or relevant to the first. D if the first and second parts are both
correct but irrelevant to each other. E if the statement is incorrect.

91. Dental treatment should never cause problems for the patient that is greater than
the presently existing state. A

92. A recommended patient may have the same general opinion of Dentistry as the person who
recommended him while a walk-in patient is expected to pay in cash. A

93. Some dentists always want to be assisted at chairside to be fully efficient because the average dental
clinic in the Phil. is usually a two-person set-up. B

94. A dentist performs a given treatment on an individual and the patient in turn pays for the professional
services of the dentist. A

95. It is easy to change people’s habits and ideas on the type of dental care they found previously
acceptable; thus a neighborhood practice is affected by the dental consciousness of the residents. E

96. Consideration for the patient is a prime importance in appointment control thus auxiliaries can help
complete treatment is a short time by working at the chair. C

97. A dental auxiliary need not have a pleasant personality provided she is very intelligent and efficient. E

98. Post-graduate studies and attending seminars in the field of Dentistry where you are interested or
deficient must be part of your professional growth. A

99. Speak to new patients in an understanding manner, seeking to allay their fears and win their
confidence. A

100. The location of the dental clinic will affect both the kind of patients you will have or your target
market and how much you will charge or your pricing strategy. A