Influence of cross-infection control methods on performance of pen-type laser fluorescence in detecting occlusal caries lesions in primary teeth.

Lasers in Medical Science
Ronilza MatosMariana Minatel Braga

Abstract

The aim of this in vitro study was to determine the influence of cross-infection control methods, as probe tip autoclaving and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) wrapping, on the performance of laser fluorescence device (DIAGNOdent pen--LFpen) on occlusal surfaces of primary molars. One experienced examiner carried out all examinations (n = 78). For the probe tip autoclaving study, 62 sites (sample A, 40 teeth) were used. The sites were assessed with LFpen using tips in six different conditions: without autoclaving and after autoclaving for 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50 cycles of 10 min. For the PVC wrapping study, we selected other 58 sites (sample B, 38 teeth). The sites were assessed with the LFpen device in two conditions: with and without PVC wrapping. The teeth were sectioned and histologically assessed for caries depth. LFpen values, sensitivity, and specificity were compared among the different conditions. The LF readings were slightly higher after successive examinations, independently of autoclaving. In both studies, no statistical differences in the sensitivity and specificity were observed for all conditions. In conclusion, probe tip autoclaving and PVC wrapping do not influence the performance of LFpen device on occlusal surfaces o...Continue Reading

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