Root caries develops between the enamel border and free gingival margin on the cemental surface of the tooth.

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Root caries is a type of dental decay that occurs on the cemental surface of the tooth, below the gumline but above the root. It can develop between the enamel border and free gingival margin, where bacterial plaque can accumulate and cause demineralization of the tooth structure.

Root Caries Develops Between the Enamel Border and Free Gingival