Newer optical methods, such as the Midwest Caries ID™ (MID) and CP-OCT, have the potential to detect early non-cavitated occlusal lesions using non-ionizing, safe radiation (light).

Why is it important to improve the detection of dental caries (tooth decay)? Dentists often aim to identify tooth decay that has already advanced to a level which needs a filling. If dentists were ...

Methods Six blinded examiners were used to compare the accuracy of the following three examinations in detecting occlusal demineralization: Midwest Caries ID™ (MID), visual photographic ...

The CS 1600 is designed to identify potential caries in the earliest stages on both occlusal and smooth surfaces to help you provide more efficient and comfortable patient care. Use the CS 1600 to: ...

Collectively, these contributions provide robust evidence for the application of resin infiltration as a cornerstone in minimally invasive caries management. Research from all publishers ...

Dentists may soon be out of business, thanks to a vaccine that could rid us of tooth decay for ever. Researchers in the U.S., at the Forsyth Institute in Boston, are researching a vaccine that ...

The aim of this study was to describe the 2-year results of an individualized treatment program designed to control occlusal caries in erupting first permanent molars. The sample consisted of 145 five ...

The number of teeth and occlusal contact appears to be the most critical parameters affecting maximum BF [10]. Dental caries is the most common dental disease affecting humankind worldwide, both the ...

Artificial intelligence has emerged as one of the most innovative technologies in healthcare as providers look for tools to enhance patient care and improve operations. Here are some of the most ...

Demineralization is a process of loss of minerals in the dental hard tissue that affects seriously the health of the patients, as it diminishes the tooth resistance, generating chewing problems by ...