Approaches to managing asymptomatic enamel and dentin cracks.

Asymptomatic enamel and dentin cracks can pose a risk for multiple pathological and undesired consequences if intervention is postponed. This article reviews asymptomatic enamel and dentin cracks, and presents current management approaches utilized by a sample of general dentists. Becoming familiar with all forms of asymptomatic enamel and dentin cracks is crucial to adopting a proactive approach of prevention, early diagnosis, and intervention in order to control the potential detrimental effects of these cracks on the dentition.