Question 306 · LDEK · Caries diagnosis
Which of the following are characteristic of non-cavitated enamel caries lesions termed “white spots”?
1) chalky white, opaque areas;
2) loss of translucency;
3) surface demineralization;
4) occurrence on the smooth enamel surface of the dental crown;
5) lack of mineral loss in the central zone.
The correct answer is:
2) loss of translucency;
3) surface demineralization;
4) occurrence on the smooth enamel surface of the dental crown;
5) lack of mineral loss in the central zone.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,4,5.
- B. 1,2,4.
- C. 2,3,4.
- D. 1,3,4.
- E. 2,4,5.
Hint
Recall the histological zones of an early enamel lesion and where the greatest mineral loss occurs.
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