Root surface caries: an update
Surmont, P.A.; Martens, L.C.
Clinical Preventive Dentistry 11(3): 14-20
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0163-9633 PMID: 2691168 Document Number: 3551
Root surface caries lesions will become more predominant in the future. Recently, several definitions and graduations have been suggested. Objective, epidemiologic data are still lacking. The etiologic factors of root surface caries generally are parallel to those of coronal caries. However, some nuances needed to be identified. Differences concerning the bacteriologic characteristics, the substrate, the mineral composition, and the clearance are discussed. Some patients are more likely to develop multiple lesions than others. Restorative materials with bonding abilities to dentin are the preferred materials. Fluoride applications will probably be the most effective in preventing the development of root surface caries lesions.
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