Beware occult caries
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eye can show extensive decay on radiographs. One of the reasons is remineralisation of the superficial enamel caries while the dentine is decaying underneath. This can sometimes be accredited to surface remineralisation from fluoride. Occult caries is often seen when teenagers move away from home and, for the first time, have control of their own diet. The case below demonstrates the importance of radiographic examinations of suspicious lesions in diagnosing this type of caries.
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تاریخ انتشار 2013