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Early childhood caries (ECC) primarily affects which teeth?

  1. Primary maxillary incisors and molars
  2. Primary maxillary canines and molars
  3. Primary maxillary and mandibular incisors
  4. Permanent maxillary incisors and canines
  5. Permanent mandibular incisors and molars
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Correct answer: A. Primary maxillary incisors and molars

ECC occurs in children ages 3u20135. It is defined as one or more cavitated, missing, or filled smooth surfaces in any primary tooth. The primary maxillary incisors and molars are most commonly affected due to their early eruption and prolonged exposure to nursing bottles.

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