management of gross caries Flashcards
1
Q
what is a d1 cavity?
A
only affecting enamel
2
Q
what is a d2 cavity?
A
affecting enamelled dentine
3
Q
which has the best long term outcome, partial caries removal or stepwise technique
A
partial caries removal
4
Q
what does a stepwise restoration entail?
A
. remove caries
. place calcium hydroxide over remaining carious dentine
. temporary filling
. after 6months or longer go back and do permanent filling