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Caries Detection Methods Based on Changes in Optical Properties between Healthy and Carious Tissue
Author
Source
International Journal of Dentistry
Issue
Vol. 2010, Issue 2010 (31 Dec. 2010), pp.1-9, 9 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2010-04-29
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
9
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
A conservative, noninvasive or minimally invasive approach to clinical management of dental caries requires diagnostic techniques capable of detecting and quantifying lesions at an early stage, when progression can be arrested or reversed.
Objective evidence of initiation of the disease can be detected in the form of distinct changes in the optical properties of the affected tooth structure.
Caries detection methods based on changes in a specific optical property are collectively referred to as optically based methods.
This paper presents a simple overview of the feasibility of three such technologies for quantitative or semiquantitative assessment of caries lesions.
Two of the techniques are well-established: quantitative light-induced fluorescence, which is used primarily in caries research, and laser-induced fluorescence, a commercially available method used in clinical dental practice.
The third technique, based on near-infrared transillumination of dental enamel is in the developmental stages.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Karlsson, Lena. 2010. Caries Detection Methods Based on Changes in Optical Properties between Healthy and Carious Tissue. International Journal of Dentistry،Vol. 2010, no. 2010, pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-459138
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Karlsson, Lena. Caries Detection Methods Based on Changes in Optical Properties between Healthy and Carious Tissue. International Journal of Dentistry No. 2010 (2010), pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-459138
American Medical Association (AMA)
Karlsson, Lena. Caries Detection Methods Based on Changes in Optical Properties between Healthy and Carious Tissue. International Journal of Dentistry. 2010. Vol. 2010, no. 2010, pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-459138
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-459138