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Black Classification — NDEB AFK MCQ

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Which classification system describes the extent and location of carious or restored tooth surfaces?

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Correct answer: CBlack classification

G.V. Black classification organises cavities by location and tooth surfaces involved: Class I (pits and fissures of occlusal, buccal, lingual surfaces), Class II (proximal surfaces of premolars/molars), Class III (proximal surfaces of anterior teeth without incisal angle involvement), Class IV (proximal surfaces of anterior teeth with incisal angle involvement), Class V (gingival third of facial or lingual surfaces), Class VI (cusp tips or incisal edges).

Reference: Heymann – Sturdevant's Art and Science of Operative Dentistry, 7th ed., 2019