Caries, all are true except______________?

Correct answer: A. Lactobacillus is main acusative organism in plaque

  • A. Lactobacillus is main acusative organism in plaque
  • B. Smooth surface caries occur due to streptococcus mutans
  • C. Pit and Fissure caries can be prevented by using pit and tissue sealants
  • D. Fluorides help in reducing caries incidence

Explanation

Lactobacilli are important in the progression of established caries but are not the main initiating organisms in plaque; mutans streptococci are more strongly associated with initiation. Pit-and-fissure sealants and fluoride reduce caries risk, while sucrose-fermenting streptococci contribute to smooth-surface caries.

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