Changes

In cases of caries decay, a brown discolouration is seen on the occlusal surface. Due to the demineralization of the enamel and dentine, this brown discolouration is soft and the explorer probe sticks in the carious dentine.  

In cases of caries decay, a brown discolouration is seen on the occlusal surface. Due to the demineralization of the enamel and dentine, this brown discolouration is soft and the explorer probe sticks in the carious dentine.  

[[Intra-Oral Radiography|Radiography]] may help determine whether a [[Tooth Fractures#Root Fracture|root fracture]] is present, the nature of the fracture (crown-root/vertical fracture) and whether perapical pathology is present. Radiographs also help determine whether teeth with uncomplicated crown fractures need treatment or not. Radiographs do not confirm that the pulp itself is exposed. See [[Radiographic Interpretation of Endodontic Disease - Small Animal|radiographic interpretation of endodontic disease]].

[[Intra-Oral Radiography - Small Animal|Radiography]] may help determine whether a [[Tooth Fractures#Root Fracture|root fracture]] is present, the nature of the fracture (crown-root/vertical fracture) and whether perapical pathology is present. Radiographs also help determine whether teeth with uncomplicated crown fractures need treatment or not. Radiographs do not confirm that the pulp itself is exposed. See [[Radiographic Interpretation of Endodontic Disease - Small Animal|radiographic interpretation of endodontic disease]].

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