aproximal caries Flashcards
1
Q
where do class II caries develop
A
below contact point
2
Q
why are class III caries hard to treat
A
close to gingival margen, often blood and saliva
3
Q
how is access gained to class III caries?
A
palatally or lingually
4
Q
when do you intervene with class II caries?
A
when it reaches the ADJ, obvious cavity visible on bitewings
5
Q
how do you gain access to aproximal caries?
A
cutting through marginal ridge or buccally, lingually leaving the marginal ridge intact
6
Q
what is tunnel prep?
A
access to caries while keeping the marginal ridge intact
7
Q
how are aproximal caries detected?
A
bitewings, visual inspection, transillumination
