it is the sudden appearing,widespread
rapidly burrowing type of caries
resulting in early involvement of pulp and affecting those teeth which are regarded as immune to ordinary decay.
site
mand ant -proximal
mand post-buccal and lingual
max ant -proximal and labial
cause
inadequate oral hygiene
risk factors
emotinal disturbance or insecurity -habit os snacking and sweet craving and decreased salivation-increased risk of caries
decalcification o fenamel seen as broad bands encircling the teeth
MANAGEMENT
parent counselling
diet modification
oral hygiene instructions
oral prophylaxis
caries excavation
provisional restorations
extraction of grossly decayed teeth
fluoride application
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