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This is referred to as a white spot lesion, an incipient carious lesion, or a "micro-cavity". [13] As the lesion continues to demineralize, it can turn brown but will eventually turn into a cavitation ("cavity"). Before the cavity forms, the process is reversible, but once a cavity forms, the lost tooth structure cannot be regenerated. A lesion ...
Heavy tooth wear is commonly found on the occlusal (chewing) surface, but non-carious cervical lesions from tooth wear are also common in some populations. [7] Multiple indices have been developed in order to assess and record the degree of tooth wear, the earliest was that by Paul Broca. [8]
Non-carious cervical lesions on an incisor belonging to Australopithecus africanus. Arrows show the location of the lesions. Non-carious cervical lesions (NCCLs) are a group of lesions that are characterised by a loss of hard dental tissue at the cementoenamel junction (CEJ) region at the neck of the tooth, without the action of microorganisms or inflammatory processes. [1]
Diet plays a key role in the process of dental caries. The type of foods along with the frequency at which they are consumed can determine the risk for developing carious lesions. Infants and young children may consume fermentable carbohydrates, in the form of liquids such as: fruit juices, and soda pop. [1]
Presence of carious lesion. Aesthetically unpleasant. Arresting the progression of the lesion. Reducing potential onset of caries or periodontal disease as these lesions can present as a plaque retention factor. Where there is a risk of pulpal exposure if lesion depth is severe enough. When retention of a removable appliance is interfered, i.e ...
Periapical readiograph of lower right teeth, showing a large carious lesion in the distal of the lower right second molar. The same tooth also has an extensive periodontal defect. At this stage, without further information, it is difficult to tell which process has occurred first and lead to the death of the pulp.
Everybody is susceptible to caries but the probability of development depends on the patient's individual disease indicators, risk factors, and preventive factors. Factors that are considered high-risk for developing carious lesions on the teeth include: Low fluoride exposure; Time, length, and frequency of sugar consumption; Quality of tooth ...
If the lesion is large it is more likely to be a cyst. Radiographically, both granulomas and cysts appear radiolucent. Many lesions of the mandible in particular appear cystlike in appearance. It is often necessary to obtain a biopsy and evaluate the tissue under a microscope to accurately identify the lesion. [2]