INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) Practice Exam

Cavities are not a potential result of disturbances in tooth calcification because cavities are mainly caused by bacteria in the mouth breaking down sugars and producing acids that cause tooth decay. Tooth calcificiation is a process that involves the formation and hardening of the tooth structure and can be affected by various factors such as genetics, nutrition, and exposure to certain environmental substances. Disturbances in tooth calcification can result in hypoplasia (underdeveloped teeth), fluorosis (excess fluoride in the tooth enamel), and tetracycline staining (discoloration of teeth due to use of tetracycline antibiotics), but not cavities. It is important to maintain good oral hygiene and limit sugar consumption to prevent cavities, which can also indirectly affect tooth calcification.