Question 567 · LDEK · Caries diagnosis
Code 2 in the ICDAS II caries assessment system refers to:
1) in the case of root caries - a clearly delineated area on the root surface or in the area of the cementoenamel junction with whitish discolouration, with no cavity or with a cavity <0.5 mm;
2) in the case of the proximal surface - enamel opacity visible when wet;
3) in the case of the occlusal surface - a lesion visible on the pit surface when wet as a localized enamel breakdown;
4) in the case of the buccal surface - a lesion situated close to the gingival margin, more visible when wet.
The correct answer is:
2) in the case of the proximal surface - enamel opacity visible when wet;
3) in the case of the occlusal surface - a lesion visible on the pit surface when wet as a localized enamel breakdown;
4) in the case of the buccal surface - a lesion situated close to the gingival margin, more visible when wet.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,2.
- B. 2,3.
- C. 3,4.
- D. 1,3.
- E. 2,4.
Hint
ICDAS code 2 is a distinct visual change seen without drying; localised breakdown and root lesions are scored with other codes.
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