Question 37 · LDEK · Caries risk assessment and prevention
Which factor is meaningless when it comes to assess the risk of new carious lesions?
- A. heavy plaque deposits on the teeth.
- B. orthodontic braces.
- C. reduced salivary flow.
- D. incipient lesions on smooth surfaces.
- E. all the listed factors are important.
Hint
Ask whether each factor increases biofilm retention, reduces salivary protection or signals current disease activity.
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