management of occlusal caries Flashcards
1
Q
what are occult caries?
A
hidden caries - intact surface and carious underneath
2
Q
how do occult caries occur?
A
bacteria enter the deepest fissure and spread laterally along the ACJ
3
Q
what does a radiolucent area show?
A
infected dentine
4
Q
on an x ray are caries accurate?
A
no, underestimated
5
Q
ways of prevention of occlusal caries
A
improved OH, Chx, fissure sealants
6
Q
occlusal restoration types?
A
sealant restorations, conventional restorations
7
Q
when to restore occlusal caries?
A
when there is an obvious cavity, caries has reached the EDJ and when dentine is infected
8
Q
what is PRR?
A
fissure sealant and rest of fissure system sealed
