Oral Microbiome — MCQs

Which of the following conditions could arise as a sequelae of periodontal infection?

A 28-year-old HIV-positive patient presents to the clinic with a history of a mild burning sensation in his mouth that is exacerbated while eating spicy foods. The oral examination reveals creamy white patches on the oral mucosa. The wet mount microscopy of the scraping obtained from the patches is given below. What is the most probable causative organism?

In HIV patients, Kaposi's sarcoma is most likely caused by which of the following?

Which of the following species is a major contributor to adult dental plaque?

A patient with rheumatoid arthritis mentions to her physician that after many years without dental problems, she has recently had seven dental caries filled. This finding suggests that she should be evaluated for which of the following diseases?

In the simplified oral hygiene index, how many surfaces of the teeth are examined?

Dental caries is associated with

Pioneer bacteria in dental caries are in

Which virus is NOT associated with human cancer?

Gram stain shows branching filaments. Culture shows sulfur granules and grows in CO2. Which organism?