Classification of cavities
positin on the teeth | classification of cavity and description |
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Class I: occlusal fillings (on the masticatory surface) in molars and premolars (one area) |
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Class II: occlusal fillings in molars and premolars from mesio until distal (2 and three areas) MO = Mesio - occlusal OD = distal - occlusal MOD = mesio - occlusal - distal |
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Class III: approximal fillings (mesial or distal) without including the cutting edge |
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Class IV: build-up of corners and rims (fractures) including cutting edge |
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Class V: fillings in the cervical area, erosions, wedge shaped defects |