Areas of demineralization will show a color change and will appear chalky white. These areas can also stain and make the area appear brown or black.
In some cases, it's possible to see decay interproximally. These areas will exhibit a discoloration of the marginal ridge. The clinical photo to the right shows discoloration on the distal surface of tooth #13. A cavity is verified to be present when a bitewing is taken.
Date last modified: May 14, 2012.
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