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INBDE Integrated National Board Dental Exam Prep Set 2

Category - NBDE II

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There are three locations of concern in regards to the apical foramina. What are they?
  1. Anatomic apex, apical foramen, and apical constriction
  2. Anatomic apex, anatomic defect, and apical constriction
  3. Anatomic defect, apical restriction, and apical pointer
  4. Anatomic apical, apical pointer, and apical restriction
Explanation
Answer: A - The three locations of concern in regards to the apical foramina are anatomic apex, apical foramen, and apical constriction. The anatomic apex is the most apical end of the root. The apical foramen is typically .5mm below the anatomic apex. Apical constriction is in the dentin-cementum junction and the natural stopping point during a root canal.
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