Pattern of Dental Caries Flashcards
1
Q
They run perpendicularly from the surface of the tooth to the dentin.
A
Enamel rods
2
Q
Demineralization of enamel by caries generally follow what direction?
A
direction of the enamel rods
3
Q
What is the relationship of decay in pit and fissure caries?
A
Base to base
4
Q
What is the relationship of decay in smooth surface caries?
A
Apex to base (apex of the triangle in the enamel, to base of the triangle of the dentin)
5
Q
Father of operative dentistry
A
G.V Black
6
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