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What does ICDAS stand for?
What does ICDAS stand for?
International Caries Detection and Assessment System
What is the purpose of ICDAS?
What is the purpose of ICDAS?
ICDAS was developed for use only in clinical research.
ICDAS was developed for use only in clinical research.
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What ICDAS score indicates a sound tooth with no evidence of caries?
What ICDAS score indicates a sound tooth with no evidence of caries?
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Which ICDAS score corresponds to initial stage caries with a white spot or brown discoloration visible after air drying?
Which ICDAS score corresponds to initial stage caries with a white spot or brown discoloration visible after air drying?
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What ICDAS score represents initial stage caries with distinct visual changes in enamel, visible when wet and dry?
What ICDAS score represents initial stage caries with distinct visual changes in enamel, visible when wet and dry?
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Which ICDAS score corresponds to moderate stage caries, where localized enamel breakdown has occurred without visible dentin exposure?
Which ICDAS score corresponds to moderate stage caries, where localized enamel breakdown has occurred without visible dentin exposure?
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Study Notes
ICDAS Score
- ICDAS was developed for clinical research, clinical practice & epidemiological purposes
- A clinical scoring system used to diagnose caries
- Allows detection of the caries process at every stage
- Used to characterise carious activity of the lesion
- Developed due to inconsistencies in caries diagnosis
Score 0
- Sound tooth - Clinically
- No evidence of caries when tooth surface is wet
- No evidence when tooth surface is dry
Score 1
- Initial Stage caries
- No evidence when tooth surface is wet
- After air drying first visual signs seen
- White spot &/or brown carious discolouration
Score 2
- Initial Stage caries
- Distinct visual changes in enamel
- Visible when wet & dry
Score 3
- Moderate Stage caries
- Localised enamel breakdown
- Visible when wet & dry
- Prolonged drying reveals loss of enamel integrity
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Description
Explore the ICDAS scoring system, designed for the clinical assessment of dental caries. This quiz covers scores 0 to 3, highlighting the specific characteristics of each stage in the caries process. Understand how this system aids in accurate diagnosis and management in dental practice.
