Dental Caries Classification Quiz
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Which class of dental caries specifically affects the cusp tips of molars, premolars, and canines?

  • Class I
  • Class V
  • Class VI (correct)
  • Class III

Which class of dental caries involves cavities on the proximal surfaces of molars and premolars?

  • Class III
  • Class V
  • Class II (correct)
  • Class IV

What characterizes Class IV dental caries?

  • Affects pits and fissures on molars
  • Affects gingival surfaces of teeth
  • Involves proximal surfaces including incisal angles of anterior teeth (correct)
  • Involves cusp tips of canines

Which class describes caries that affect the gingival one-third of facial or lingual surfaces?

<p>Class V (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class III dental caries affects which types of teeth and surfaces?

<p>Proximal surfaces of central and lateral incisors without incisal angles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Dental Caries Classification

  • Dental caries are categorized by location on the tooth
  • Class I: Decay in pits and fissures on the chewing surface of molars and premolars, and the back surface of front teeth.
  • Class II: Decay on the sides of molars and premolars.
  • Class III: Decay on the sides of front teeth, not including the biting edge.
  • Class IV: Decay on the sides of front teeth, including the biting edge.
  • Class V: Decay near the gum line on the front or back surfaces of any tooth.
  • Class VI: Decay on the tips of the cusps of molars, premolars, and canines.

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Test your knowledge on the classification of dental caries based on their location on the tooth. This quiz covers the different classes of decay, highlighting where each type occurs. Enhance your understanding of dental health and pathology with this engaging assessment.

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