Oral Pathology MCQs
Oral Pathology MCQs cover the diseases affecting the oral cavity, including tumors, precancerous conditions, cysts, and inflammatory diseases. These quizzes help students of BDS and MDCAT assess their ability to diagnose and understand oral conditions and prepare for clinical scenarios.
Q: Leukoplakia is best described as
A) Pigmented lesion
B) Vesicle on the palate
C) White patch that cannot be wiped off
D) Painful red ulcer
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Leukoplakia appears as a white plaque that cannot be scraped off and has no specific histology.
Q: Oral submucous fibrosis is commonly associated with
A) Smoking
B) Vitamin D deficiency
C) Betel nut chewing
D) Alcohol abuse
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Areca nut (betel nut) use is a primary etiological factor in the development of oral submucous fibrosis.
Q: The most common site for oral squamous cell carcinoma is
A) Floor of the mouth
B) Dorsum of the tongue
C) Buccal mucosa
D) Hard palate
✅ Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The floor of the mouth and lateral tongue are high-risk zones for squamous cell carcinoma.
Q: Acantholysis refers to
A) Separation of epithelial cells
B) Necrosis of muscle fibers
C) Inflammation of salivary glands
D) Loss of melanin
✅ Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Acantholysis is the breakdown of intercellular connections between epithelial cells, commonly seen in pemphigus vulgaris.
Q: Primary herpes infection in children is known as
A) Herpangina
B) Primary herpetic gingivostomatitis
C) Recurrent aphthous ulcer
D) Oral candidiasis
✅ Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Primary herpetic gingivostomatitis is the initial presentation of herpes simplex infection in children.