Restorative & Materials · single question

All of the following are acceptable treatment options for this patient's sensitivity EXCEPT:

  1. Composite fillings on eroded areas
  2. Fluoride varnish
  3. Full-coverage crowns on severely worn teeth
  4. Root canal therapy on all teeth
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Correct answer: D. Root canal therapy on all teeth

Erosion from GERD causes loss of enamel and dentin but the pulp is almost never irreversibly inflamed unless the erosion is near-pulpal. Treatment follows a conservative escalation: eliminate the acid source, topical fluoride/desensitizers, bonded composite build-ups, and full-coverage crowns for severely compromised teeth. "RCT all teeth" is invasive, unnecessary, and violates the principle of minimally-invasive dentistry.

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