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What process is primarily responsible for the destruction of tooth tissues in dental caries?
What process is primarily responsible for the destruction of tooth tissues in dental caries?
Which ions are essential for the remineralization of partially demineralized tooth structure?
Which ions are essential for the remineralization of partially demineralized tooth structure?
What type of caries occurs at the junction of a restoration and a tooth?
What type of caries occurs at the junction of a restoration and a tooth?
Which phase alternates with demineralization in the caries process?
Which phase alternates with demineralization in the caries process?
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What is the primary characteristic of primary caries?
What is the primary characteristic of primary caries?
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Study Notes
Dental Caries
- An infectious microbiological disease causing localized demineralization and destruction of teeth tissues.
- Caused by acid-producing bacteria, leading to decalcification of tooth's inorganic portion.
- The organic portion is then disintegrated by the bacteria's activity.
- Characterized by alternating phases of demineralization and remineralization, where the demineralized tooth structure can be remineralized by calcium and phosphate ions present in saliva or remineralizing solutions.
- Understanding the balance between demineralization and remineralization is crucial for effective caries management.
- Caries can be categorized by type, location, extent, and rate.
- Primary caries is the initial carious lesion on a healthy tooth.
- Secondary caries, also known as recurrent caries, occurs at the junction of a restoration and the tooth.
- Secondary caries can progress under the restoration if the margins are not properly sealed.
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Explore the essentials of dental caries, an infectious disease that leads to the demineralization of tooth tissues. This quiz covers the causes, phases, and types of caries, highlighting the importance of managing demineralization and remineralization effectively.
