pit and fissure caries


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pit and fis·sure car·ies

caries initiated in the areas where developmental pits and fissures are located on the tooth surface.

pit and fissure caries

Caries in the pits and fissures of tooth enamel.
See also: caries

pit and fis·sure ca·ries

(pit fishŭr karēz)
Caries initiated in areas where developmental pits and fissures are located on tooth surfaces.
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