Radiographic finding of tooth shows radiolucency reaching the middle 1/3rd of dentin. Based on radiographic finding, this tooth will be categorised as _____ according to latest ICCMS guidelines.
High-Yield Explanation
The ICCMSTM classifies tooth surfaces radiographically as follows: (modified from Agustdottir et al ; Ekstrand et al (22]).
0 = No radiolucency.
RA: Initial stages
1 = radiolucency in the outer ½ of the enamel
2 = radiolucency in the inner ½ of the enamel ± EDJ (enamel-dentin junction) (this stage is recommended for restorative care in the US, if the radiolucency touches the EDJ)
3 = radiolucency limited to the outer 1/3 of dentin (in some countries, especially the US, this stage is classified as moderate).
RB: Moderate stages
4 = radiolucency reaching the middle 1/3 of dentin.
RC: Extensive stages
5 = radiolucency reaching the inner 1/3 of dentin, clinically cavitated
6 = radiolucency into the pulp, clinically cavitated.
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