Which of the following statements regarding radiographic detection of caries is correct?
A) Decalcification must reach 80-90 percent loss of hard structure to be imaged radiographically.
B) The depth of the caries appears more advanced radiographically than clinically.
C) The periapical radiograph is the radiograph of choice to image caries.
D) Some practitioners prefer to use a low kVp to best image caries.

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A low kVp setting increases image contrast, which can help in better visualization of carious lesions on radiographs.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding Radiographic Detection of Caries