Restorative & Materials · single question
Fluoride is most effective at preventing caries on which tooth surfaces?
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Correct answer: A. Smooth surfaces
- A. Correct. Fluoride works best on smooth surfaces; pit-and-fissure caries are better prevented by sealants.
- B. Deep pits/fissures benefit more from sealants than from fluoride.
- C. Fluoride helps root surfaces but is not limited to them.
- D. Its benefit is not restricted to interproximal areas.
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