Dental Caries Classification Flashcards

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What type of caries is classified as Class I?

Caries affecting proximal surfaces of anterior teeth
Caries affecting proximal surfaces of molars and premolars
Caries affecting proximal, including incisal edges of anterior teeth
Caries affecting pit and fissure on occlusal, buccal, and lingual surfaces of posterior teeth, and lingual on anterior teeth (correct)

What defines Class II caries?

Caries affecting gingival 1/3 of facial or lingual surfaces of teeth
Caries affecting the cusp tips of molars, premolars, or canines
Caries affecting proximal surfaces of anterior teeth
Caries affecting proximal surfaces of molars and premolars (correct)

What areas do Class III caries affect?

Proximal surfaces of anterior teeth

What do Class IV caries impact?

Proximal surfaces, including incisal edges of anterior teeth Signup and view all the answers

What is characteristic of Class V caries?

Affecting the gingival 1/3 of facial or lingual surfaces of anterior or posterior teeth Signup and view all the answers

Which type of caries is known as Class VI?

Affecting cusp tips of molars, premolars, or canines Signup and view all the answers

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What are Class I caries?

Caries affecting the pits and fissures on the chewing surfaces (occlusal) of back teeth (molars and premolars), as well as the chewing surfaces of front teeth (incisors), and the tongue-side (lingual) of front teeth.

What are Class II caries?

Caries affecting the surfaces between molars and premolars.

What are Class III caries?

Caries affecting the surfaces between front teeth (incisors).

What are Class IV caries?

Caries affecting both the surfaces between front teeth (incisors) and the biting edge (incisal edge) of those teeth.

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What are Class V caries?

Caries affecting the gum line (gingival) area on the front or back side (facial or lingual) of any tooth.

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What are Class VI caries?

Caries affecting the very tip of the chewing surface (cusp tips) of back teeth (molars and premolars) or pointed teeth (canines).

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Study Notes

Classes of Cavities

Class I:
- Caries present in pits and fissures
- Affects occlusal, buccal, and lingual surfaces of posterior teeth
- Involves the lingual surfaces of anterior teeth
Class II:
- Caries located on proximal surfaces
- Affects molars and premolars
Class III:
- Caries affecting proximal surfaces
- Specifically involves anterior teeth
Class IV:
- Caries impacting proximal surfaces
- Includes involvement of incisal edges of anterior teeth
Class V:
- Caries affecting the gingival third
- Involves facial or lingual surfaces of both anterior and posterior teeth
Class VI:
- Caries affecting the cusp tips
- Specifically involves molars, premolars, or canines

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Test your knowledge on the different classes of dental cavities with these flashcards. Each card includes a definition and examples of caries affecting various tooth surfaces. Perfect for dental students and professionals alike!