In DMF index, F indicates a tooth with:
Correct Answer: Silver amalgam filling
Description: Indicates the number of permanent teeth that have been attacked by caries, but which have been restored to keep them in a healthy condition in mouth.
A tooth may have several fillings, but it is counted as one tooth.
If a tooth has a filling but shows evidence of recurrent decay, it is counted as a decayed tooth. (Option 3 is eliminated)
Temporary restorations are considered as Decayed (Option 1 is eliminated)
Only permanent teeth are considered (Option 4 is eliminated).
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