Orthodontics: 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 · Orthodontics

Sample item

In a child with overlapping teeth because the dental arch cannot accommodate all erupted teeth, what is this malocclusion called?

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The answer and the reasoning

D. Insufficient arch space

This item reviews Orthodontics; Insufficient arch space is the best answer because it directly matches the imaging or dental principle described.

Option by option

  • A. Gingivitis

    Gingivitis is unsupported by the key finding.

  • B. Pulp infection

    Pulp infection does not fit the stated pattern.

  • C. Saliva loss

    Saliva loss is plausible but is not the best answer.

  • D. Insufficient arch space (correct)

    Correct. Insufficient arch space matches the defining feature.

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What is the answer to this Dentistry question?

The best answer is D, Insufficient arch space. This item reviews Orthodontics; Insufficient arch space is the best answer because it directly matches the imaging or dental principle described.

Why is "Gingivitis" not the answer?

Gingivitis is unsupported by the key finding.

Why is "Pulp infection" not the answer?

Pulp infection does not fit the stated pattern.

Why is "Saliva loss" not the answer?

Saliva loss is plausible but is not the best answer.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Orthodontics in Dentistry. The correct option holds because: Correct. Insufficient arch space matches the defining feature.

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 Orthodontics?

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.