Clinical Note: The following is an educational analysis based on the provided image. A definitive diagnosis requires an in-person dental examination, periodontal probing, and dental X-rays.
In the vibrant, tight-knit community of Barangay Bagong Silang in Mindanao, life is rich in spirit but often lean in resources. Here, we meet Elena, a 42-year-old mother of three whose hands are always busy—washing clothes by the well, selling banana cue at the local stall, and comforting her children.
In this dental case, decay is visible near the cervical area — the region where the crown of the tooth meets the gum line — rather than on the chewing surface or fissures. Cervical caries are often overlooked, but they can progress silently and cause significant tooth sensitivity or even nerve damage if untreated.
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