Abstract
The increased porosity of enamel and the presence of free calcium ions at the sites of developing lesions allow a color change or fluorescence to develop at these sites after application of certain dyes and indicators. Such optical changes constitute a detectable signal which can be utilized to accurately diagnose caries at a stage well in advance of cavitation. Results are reported which demonstrate the potential usefulness of fluorescent dye-uptake as an aid in diagnosing incipient carious lesions.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 69-75 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Caries Research |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 1978 |
Keywords
- Early diagnosis
- Enamel porosity
- Fluorescent indicators
- Incipient caries
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Dentistry(all)