Which cavity class refers to lesions on the gingival third of the facial or lingual surfaces of any tooth (anterior or posterior)?
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Correct answer: Class V
Class V cavities are located at the cervical (gingival) third of buccal or lingual surfaces of anterior or posterior teeth.
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