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Fig. Sfj.

Fig. 85. A broader and flatter area of carious enamel. d. Dentin. e. Enamel. X. Area
of decay. Here also we find the same inclination to the formation of flamelike tongues sweeping
toward the dento-enamel junction, following the length of the enamel rods. There is no spreading of
decay across the length of the enamel rods. All spreading is in new beginnings to the side on the
surface of the enamel.