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What is the BEST treatment for an incipient, non-cavitated caries lesion?
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Correct answer: D. Fluoride varnish application
Fluoride varnish (5% NaF) is preferred for incipient non-cavitated (ICDAS 1-2) lesions — these can be remineralized without surgical intervention.
- A. ❌ Amalgam is for cavitated lesions.
- B. ❌ Composite requires cavity preparation; inappropriate for non-cavitated lesions.
- C. ❌ Extraction is contraindicated for early caries.
- D. ✅ CORRECT – Fluoride varnish remineralizes early non-cavitated caries. Evidence-based non-invasive management.
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