Performance of light-emitting diode device in detecting occlusal caries in the primary molars

Diniz, Michele Baffi; Campos, Priscila Hernández de; Wilde, Sabrina; Cordeiro, Rita de Cássia Loiola; Zandoná, Andréa G. Ferreira

doi:10.1007/s10103-019-02717-4

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“…QLF works on a principle capturing the enamel surface of the tooth based on the underlying fluorescence from the dentin for any defects or lesions [46,47]. Few studies show the cutoff level with histological validation with natural dentin lesions including enamel [48][49][50][51]; however, this study was done exclusively on processed dentin specimens. Our study was not a validation study and does not provide any diagnostic values on sensitivity and specificity diagnostic values.…”

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Photoinhibition of Streptococcus mutans Biofilm-Induced Lesions in Human Dentin by Violet-Blue Light

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This in vitro study determined the effectiveness of violet-blue light on Streptococcus mutans (UA159) biofilm induced dentinal lesions. Biofilm was formed on human dentin specimens in a 96-well microtiter plate and incubated for 13 h in the presence of tryptic soy broth (TSB) or TSB supplemented with 1% sucrose (TSBS). Violet-blue light (405 nm) from quantitative light-induced fluorescence (QLFTM) was used to irradiate the biofilm. Supernatant liquid was removed, and the biofilm was irradiated continuously with QLF for 5 min twice daily with an interval of 6 h for 5 d, except with one treatment on the final day. Colony forming units (CFU) of the treated biofilm, changes in fluorescence (∆F; QLF-Digital BiluminatorTM), lesion depth (L), and integrated mineral loss (∆Z; both transverse microradiography) were quantified at the end of the fifth day. Statistical analysis used analysis of variance (ANOVA), testing at a 5% significance level. In the violet-blue light irradiated groups, there was a significant reduction (p < 0.05) of bacterial viability (CFU) of S. mutans with TSB and TSBS. Violet-blue light irradiation resulted in the reduction of ∆F and L of the dentinal surface with TSBS. These results indicate that violet-blue light has the capacity to reduce S. mutans cell numbers.

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Photoinhibition of Streptococcus mutans Biofilm-Induced Lesions in Human Dentin by Violet-Blue Light

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“…A camera was attached to a stand in the same position for all the images to standardize the QLF measurements. The images were taken in a dark room, with an exposure of 0, a contrast of 0, and a distance between the device and a sample of 8 cm [ 26 , 27 ]. A software (Q-ray version 1.38, (Inspektor Research System BV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands) analyzed the changes in the amount of mineral in the enamel based on the ΔF value.…”

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Effectiveness of fluoride-containing toothpastes associated with different technologies to remineralize enamel after pH cycling: an in vitro study

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Background To evaluate the efficacy of fluoride-containing toothpastes with different technologies to remineralize artificial caries lesions in enamel. Methods Bovine enamel blocks were divided into three thirds: intact (untreated), demineralized (artificial caries lesion), and treated (caries lesion, pH cycling with dentifrices). Enamel blocks were randomly distributed into five groups (n = 12): Fluoride-free toothpaste, Colgate Oral Care (NC); Arginine-containing toothpaste, Colgate Total Daily Repair (PC); Silicate-based fluoride toothpaste: REFIX technology, regenerador + sensitive (RDC), NR-5 technology, Regenerate Enamel Science (RES), and NOVAMIN technology, Sensodyne Repair and Protect (SRP). The specimens were submitted to a pH cycling model for 6 days. The efficacy of the toothpastes was estimated by calculating the surface microhardness recovery (%SMHR) and the fluorescence recovery (ΔFRE) with quantitative light-induced fluorescence. The cross-sectional micromorphology of the enamel surface was also assessed using scanning electron microscopy. Elemental analyses (weight%) were determined with an energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometer (EDS). The results were compared to that of the control (NC). Data were statistically analyzed (5%). Results %SMHR could be ranked as follows: RDC = PC = RES = SRP > NC. Significantly higher %SMHR and ΔFRE means were observed after enamel treatment with RDC (22.7 and 46.9, respectively). PC (%SMHR = 18.8) was as efficacious as RDC to recover the surface microhardness with a significantly lower mean of ΔFRE (19.5). Only RDC was able to promote the formation of a mineralized layer on the surface of enamel enriched with silicon on the surface. Conclusions The silicate-based fluoride toothpaste containing REFIX technology demonstrated greater efficacy in the remineralizing artificial caries than the other products.

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“…However, it should not be used alone to avoid overtreatment [ 8 ]. In comparison to QLF, Diniz et al reported higher sensitivity of laser fluorescence device (LF pen) in the detection of occlusal caries [ 32 ].…”

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Different Modalities in Caries Detection and Diagnosis

Muhammad Alqussier

2024

Dental Caries Perspectives - A Collection of Thoughtful Essays

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Dental caries is the most common chronic disease affecting humans worldwide. Early diagnosis of dental caries lesions allows more conservative treatment options to be followed. This may positively affect the prognosis of the condition and longevity of dental restorations. The optimum diagnosis approach should be used for better management of caries lesions. This chapter discusses several caries diagnostic modalities and systems, such as visual-tactile examination, dental radiography, transillumination-based devices, electronic caries monitors, fluorescence-based devices, and others. Furthermore, different diagnostic approaches for detecting caries lesions around different dental restorations are reviewed at the end of this chapter. Proper selection and manipulation of diagnostic tools help to enhance the outcome of dental examination. Examination should be done in clean and dry teeth for proper examination.

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Performance of light-emitting diode device in detecting occlusal caries in the primary molars

Cited by 17 publications

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Photoinhibition of Streptococcus mutans Biofilm-Induced Lesions in Human Dentin by Violet-Blue Light

Photoinhibition of Streptococcus mutans Biofilm-Induced Lesions in Human Dentin by Violet-Blue Light

Effectiveness of fluoride-containing toothpastes associated with different technologies to remineralize enamel after pH cycling: an in vitro study

Different Modalities in Caries Detection and Diagnosis

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