Periodontics · single question
Which surface of the maxillary first premolar is most difficult to clean and most prone to plaque accumulation, due to a developmental anatomic feature?
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Correct answer: A. Mesial surface
The maxillary first premolar classically has a developmental concavity/groove on its mesial surface, creating a localized plaque trap that makes this surface notably more difficult to clean than the other surfaces — a recognized local anatomic risk factor for periodontal breakdown in that specific area if oral hygiene is inadequate.