arrested dental caries

ar·rest·ed den·tal car·ies

carious lesions that have become inactive and stopped progressing; they may exhibit changes in color and consistency.

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ar·rest·ed den·tal car·ies

(ă-restĕd dentăl karēz)

Carious lesions that have become inactive and stopped progressing; they may exhibit changes in color and consistency.

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

ar·rest·ed den·tal car·ies

(ă-restĕd dentăl karēz)

Carious lesions that have become inactive and stopped progressing; may change color and consistency.

Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012