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Which is the primary reason for performing a Class II simple cavity preparation?
Which is the primary reason for performing a Class II simple cavity preparation?
What is the conical pattern of spread of caries in enamel and dentin referred to as?
What is the conical pattern of spread of caries in enamel and dentin referred to as?
What is the main advantage of a slot preparation in Class II cavity restoration?
What is the main advantage of a slot preparation in Class II cavity restoration?
What type of carious lesion would be suitable for a Class II simple cavity preparation?
What type of carious lesion would be suitable for a Class II simple cavity preparation?
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In what pattern does caries spread in enamel and dentin in Class II simple cavity preparations?
In what pattern does caries spread in enamel and dentin in Class II simple cavity preparations?
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What should be intact and not undermined by caries in cases suitable for Class II simple cavity preparations?
What should be intact and not undermined by caries in cases suitable for Class II simple cavity preparations?
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What is the primary disadvantage of slot preparation in Class II cavity restoration?
What is the primary disadvantage of slot preparation in Class II cavity restoration?
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Which condition is NOT a potential reason for performing a Class II simple cavity preparation?
Which condition is NOT a potential reason for performing a Class II simple cavity preparation?
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What type of ridge should be intact for a Class II simple cavity preparation?
What type of ridge should be intact for a Class II simple cavity preparation?
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What does Class II simple cavity preparation preserve?
What does Class II simple cavity preparation preserve?
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What type of carious lesion is unsuitable for Class II simple cavity preparation?
What type of carious lesion is unsuitable for Class II simple cavity preparation?
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What can a slot preparation potentially injure?
What can a slot preparation potentially injure?
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What is the initial depth for the isthmus portion of the cavity preparation?
What is the initial depth for the isthmus portion of the cavity preparation?
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What is the maximum width of the isthmus portion in the cavity preparation?
What is the maximum width of the isthmus portion in the cavity preparation?
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What is the purpose of incorporating a reverse or 'S' curve into the cavity preparation?
What is the purpose of incorporating a reverse or 'S' curve into the cavity preparation?
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What should the gingival floor depth be in relation to the contact area in the proximal portion of the cavity preparation?
What should the gingival floor depth be in relation to the contact area in the proximal portion of the cavity preparation?
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What is the purpose of placing the cavity margins in the embrasures?
What is the purpose of placing the cavity margins in the embrasures?
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What is the purpose of creating mechanical undercuts in the retention form of the cavity preparation?
What is the purpose of creating mechanical undercuts in the retention form of the cavity preparation?
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What instrument is used for finishing the enamel wall in the convenience form of cavity preparation?
What instrument is used for finishing the enamel wall in the convenience form of cavity preparation?
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What type of curve approach is used in case of broad/wide contact areas in the proximal portion?
What type of curve approach is used in case of broad/wide contact areas in the proximal portion?
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What is the minimum width of the isthmus portion in the convenience form of cavity preparation?
What is the minimum width of the isthmus portion in the convenience form of cavity preparation?
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What is used to protect the neighboring tooth while accessing the proximal area in cavity preparation?
What is used to protect the neighboring tooth while accessing the proximal area in cavity preparation?
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How are proximal axial grooves prepared for providing retention form?
How are proximal axial grooves prepared for providing retention form?
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What is the purpose of extending cavity margins beyond proximal contact in cavity preparation?
What is the purpose of extending cavity margins beyond proximal contact in cavity preparation?
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Study Notes
Class II Simple Cavity Preparation
- The primary reason for performing a Class II simple cavity preparation is to remove decayed tooth structure and prevent further caries progression.
- The conical pattern of spread of caries in enamel and dentin is referred to as the "inverted cone" or "carious triangle".
Advantages and Disadvantages
- The main advantage of a slot preparation in Class II cavity restoration is that it allows for easier access and instrumentation of the proximal box.
- The primary disadvantage of slot preparation is that it may weaken the tooth.
Carious Lesions and Tooth Condition
- A Class II simple cavity preparation is suitable for carious lesions with minimal extension into dentin.
- The intact dental ridge is essential for a successful Class II simple cavity preparation.
- Class II simple cavity preparation preserves tooth structure.
Cavity Preparation
- Caries spreads in a triangular pattern in enamel and a cylindrical pattern in dentin in Class II simple cavity preparations.
- The gingival floor should be 0.5-1.0 mm below the proximal contact area.
- Incorporating a reverse or 'S' curve into the cavity preparation helps to prevent ledging.
- Mechanical undercuts are created in the retention form of the cavity preparation to improve retention.
- Cavity margins are placed in the embrasures to facilitate cleaning and prevent plaque accumulation.
Instrumentation and Finishing
- An enamel hatchet is used for finishing the enamel wall in the convenience form of cavity preparation.
- A broad, sweeping curve approach is used for broad/wide contact areas in the proximal portion.
- A protective rubber dam or matrix band is used to protect the neighboring tooth while accessing the proximal area in cavity preparation.
Retention Form and Proximal Axial Grooves
- Proximal axial grooves are prepared for providing additional retention form.
- The minimum width of the isthmus portion in the convenience form of cavity preparation is 0.5 mm.
- The cavity margins are extended beyond the proximal contact area to prevent microleakage.
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Learn about the techniques and procedures for preparing a Class II cavity for amalgam restoration. This quiz covers the steps and considerations involved in treating smooth surface lesions on the proximal surfaces of molars and premolars, addressing the spread of caries in enamel and dentin.
