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Ammar N, Kühnisch J. Diagnostic performance of artificial intelligence-aided caries detection on bitewing radiographs: a systematic review and meta-analysis. JAPANESE DENTAL SCIENCE REVIEW 2024; 60:128-136. [PMID: 38450159 PMCID: PMC10917640 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdsr.2024.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2023] [Revised: 02/02/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/08/2024] Open
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The accuracy of artificial intelligence-aided (AI) caries diagnosis can vary considerably depending on numerous factors. This review aimed to assess the diagnostic accuracy of AI models for caries detection and classification on bitewing radiographs. Publications after 2010 were screened in five databases. A customized risk of bias (RoB) assessment tool was developed and applied to the 14 articles that met the inclusion criteria out of 935 references. Dataset sizes ranged from 112 to 3686 radiographs. While 86 % of the studies reported a model with an accuracy of ≥80 %, most exhibited unclear or high risk of bias. Three studies compared the model's diagnostic performance to dentists, in which the models consistently showed higher average sensitivity. Five studies were included in a bivariate diagnostic random-effects meta-analysis for overall caries detection. The diagnostic odds ratio was 55.8 (95 % CI= 28.8 - 108.3), and the summary sensitivity and specificity were 0.87 (0.76 - 0.94) and 0.89 (0.75 - 0.960), respectively. Independent meta-analyses for dentin and enamel caries detection were conducted and showed sensitivities of 0.84 (0.80 - 0.87) and 0.71 (0.66 - 0.75), respectively. Despite the promising diagnostic performance of AI models, the lack of high-quality, adequately reported, and externally validated studies highlight current challenges and future research needs.
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- Nour Ammar
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilian University of Munich, Munich 80336, Germany
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria 21257, Egypt
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilian University of Munich, Munich 80336, Germany
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La Rosa GRM, Pedullà E, Chapple I, Pacino SA, Polosa R. The use of quantitative light-induced fluorescence in carious lesions research: A bibliometric review. J Dent 2024; 148:105220. [PMID: 38955259 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2024.105220] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2024] [Revised: 06/11/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE This bibliometric analysis evaluated the top 100 most-cited articles on the application of quantitative light-induced fluorescence (QLF) technology in caries research. DATA The following data were collected: title, authors, country, institution, citations count, title and year of article, study design, topic and keywords. Networks among authors and keywords were constructed by VOSviewer software. SOURCES Scopus database on April 25, 2024. STUDY SELECTION A global citation score of 4633 (average 46.33 citations) was calculated with publication years ranged from 1999 to 2020. Caries Research emerged as the top contributing journal. Pretty IA was the most prolific author (18 %). United Kingdom had the highest number of most-cited papers (32 %), followed by Netherlands and USA (20 % each). Laboratory studies constituted the predominant study design (45 %), followed by randomized clinical trials (20 %) and non-systematic reviews (11 %). The keywords "dental caries" and "fluorescence" had 81 and 79 occurrences, respectively. The main topic was QLF use for caries detection (45 %). CONCLUSIONS This paper provides an update summary of the scientific impact of QLF technology application in caries research. QLF has gained increasing attention worldwide, accompanied by a consistent rise in scientific investigations exploring its application in caries research. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE The findings offer valuable insights into the most influential articles in QLF technology for caries assessment, serving as a critical resource for researchers, clinicians, and students. Understanding the trends in this field can aid in informed decision-making and the advancement of evidence-based practices in caries management and prevention.
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- Giusy Rita Maria La Rosa
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy; Department of General Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy.
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- Department of General Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Periodontal Research Group, Institute of Clinical Sciences, College of Medical & Dental Sciences, The University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK; Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- Addendo srl, Dental Clinic, Catania, Italy; ECLAT Srl, Spin-off of the University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy; Center of Excellence for the Acceleration of Harm Reduction (CoEHAR), University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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Shaalan O, Fawzy El-Sayed K, Abouauf E. Evaluation of the remineralization potential of self-assembling peptide P11-4 with fluoride compared to fluoride varnish in the management of incipient carious lesions: a randomized controlled clinical trial. Clin Oral Investig 2024; 28:438. [PMID: 39037455 PMCID: PMC11263456 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-024-05822-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 07/05/2024] [Indexed: 07/23/2024]
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OBJECTIVES The present trial's aim was to compare the remineralization potential of self-assembling peptide P11-4 combined with fluoride to that of fluoride varnish. MATERIALS AND METHODS Twenty-eight participants with 58 incipient carious lesions were enrolled in the present trial. Participants were randomly divided into two groups with 14 participants and 29 incipient lesions in each group. Patients were assigned either to self-assembling peptide combined with fluoride (Curodont Repair Fluoride Plus™) or sodium fluoride varnish (NaF, Bifluorid 10) groups. Both agents were applied according to the manufacturer's instructions on non-cavitated incipient carious lesions. Lesions were assessed by two calibrated and blinded assessors at baseline, and after one-, three- and six-months using a laser fluorescence device (DIAGNOdent). RESULTS Although laser fluorescence scores significantly improved in both groups over time (p < 0.05), no notable differences were evident between both groups at one-month (p > 0.05). Yet, at three- and six-months statistically lower laser fluorescence readings were evident in the self-assembling peptide combined with fluoride group in comparison to the fluoride alone group (p < 0.05). There was 60% less risk for caries progression for Curodont Repair Fluoride Plus™ when compared to NaF varnish after six months. Self-assembling peptide combined with fluoride was able to change 65.5% of non-cavitated carious lesions from DIAGNOdent score 3 (11-20) to score 1 (0-4). Fluoride varnish was able to change 13.8% of the lesions from score 3 to score 1 after six months. CONCLUSIONS The self-assembling peptide combined with fluoride varnish showed higher remineralization potential than fluoride varnish alone for incipient carious lesions over a six-months follow up. CLINICAL RELEVANCE The combination of self-assembling peptide P11-4 and fluoride could offer a new tool in managing incipient carious lesions.
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- Omar Shaalan
- Conservative Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Al Saraya Str. 11, Manial, Cairo, Egypt
- Conservative Dentistry Division, School of Dentistry, Newgiza University, First 6th of October, Egypt
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- Oral Medicine and Periodontology Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
- Clinic for Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, Christian Albrechts University, Kiel, Germany
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- Conservative Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Al Saraya Str. 11, Manial, Cairo, Egypt.
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R AbdELkader A, Hafez Ibrahim S, Elsayed Hassanein O. Reliability of impedance spectroscopy versus digital radiograph and ICDAS-II in occlusal caries detection: a prospective clinical trial. Sci Rep 2024; 14:16553. [PMID: 39019963 PMCID: PMC11255227 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-66627-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/19/2024] Open
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The traditional methods in early caries detection had many limitations. So, this study aimed to evaluate the clinical performance of alternating current impedance spectroscopy ACIST in comparison with digital radiograph and ICDAS-II in detection of occlusal carious lesions. Occlusal surfaces of molar and premolar teeth from 40 adult participants were examined by two observers using three diagnostic methods: (1) international caries detection and assessment system (ICDAS-II) (2) digital radiograph (DR) and (3) Cariescan Pro device (ACIST). Agreement analysis and the difference in sensitivities and specificities were evaluated. The results showed an excellent agreement in the different groups. The difference from the visual tactile against ACIST scoring for enamel caries detection, was statistically significant (p = 0.012) and the agreement was moderate (k = 0.509). For dentinal caries the difference was not statistically significant (p > 0.05) and the agreement was similarly moderate (k < 0.6). The difference from the digital radiograph against ACIST scoring, for enamel caries, digital radiography had significantly higher sensitivity and specificity than ACIST (p < 0.001) while for dentinal caries detection and overall, ACIST had higher sensitivity and digital radiography had higher specificity and the difference was statistically significant (p < 0.001). Visual-tactile examination is a considered as feasible and valid technique for occlusal caries detection, digital radiography is superior to ACIST in diagnosing enamel caries, but it could underestimate the caries depth, ACIST is a reliable tool for detecting occlusal caries in dentin.
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- Amr R AbdELkader
- Department of Conservative dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
- Faculty of Dentistry, Ahram Canadian University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Conservative dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.
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Urrutia-Espinosa M, Concha-Fuentealba F, Fuentes-Barría H, Angarita Dávila LC, Carrasco Hernández ME, Aguilera-Eguía RA. [Effects of D-tagatose, Stevia and Sucrose on pH and oral bacterial activity in dentistry students. A randomized controlled trial]. NUTR HOSP 2024. [PMID: 39037177 DOI: 10.20960/nh.05253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/23/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND stevia and D-tagatose have shown a reduction in total calorie and carbohydrate intake as a substitute for sucrose, demonstrating a stabilizing effect on pH and bacterial proliferation. OBJECTIVE to evaluate the effect of D-tagatose, stevia and sucrose on salivary pH and bacterial activity in odontology students. METHODOLOGY a controlled study of parallel and randomized groups with a single blind, whose sample considered three groups subjected to a mouthwash of D-tagatose (n = 10), stevia (n = 10) and sucrose (n = 10). These solutions were administered over 1 minute in a single 6.4 % concentrated dose. Data collection and analysis considered the recording of salivary pH 5 min before exposure to the sweetener, immediately after expulsion of the mouthwash and 15 min later, 30 min, 45 min and 48 hours. The counting of the final number of colony-forming units per mL (CFU/mL) was counted using the salivary samples obtained immediately after exposure of the sweetener together with the sample obtained 30 minutes later, with the cultures performed on agar plates. RESULTS D-tagatose, stevia and sucrose presented significant differences in total CFU/mL at 30 minutes (p < 0.001), while salivary pH showed significant differences at 48 hours after administration (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION D-tagatose, stevia and sucrose present significant differences in total CFU/mL and salivary pH, these findings being a possible indication of a partial inhibitory effect on bacterial metabolism.
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- Escuela de Odontología. Facultad de Odontología. Universidad Andrés Bello. Universidad Arturo Prat
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Cirillo N. A Roadmap for the Rational Use of Biomarkers in Oral Disease Screening. Biomolecules 2024; 14:787. [PMID: 39062501 PMCID: PMC11274832 DOI: 10.3390/biom14070787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2024] [Revised: 06/27/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Oral health has witnessed a significant transformation with the integration of biomarkers in early-diagnostic processes. This article briefly reviews the types of biomarkers used in the screening and early detection of oral diseases, particularly oral cancer, periodontal diseases, and dental caries, with an emphasis on molecular biomarkers. While the advent of these biomarkers may represent a leap forward in oral healthcare, it also opens the door to potential overtesting, overdiagnosis, and overtreatment. To inform the selection of novel biomarkers and ensure their rational use in screening tests, it is imperative to consider some key characteristics, which are specific to the biomarker (e.g., surrogate biomarkers should reliably reflect the primary health outcome), to the test (e.g., sensitivity and specificity must be balanced based on the disease of interest), and to the disease (e.g., the efficacy of treatment should improve when the condition is diagnosed earlier). For systemic conditions associated with oral diseases, researchers should be extremely cautious when determining who is "at risk", particularly when such risk is small, non-existent, or inconsequent. This framework aims to ensure that advancements in oral health diagnostics translate into genuine improvements in patient care and well-being.
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- Nicola Cirillo
- Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, The University of Melbourne, 720 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC 3053, Australia;
- School of Dentistry, University of Jordan, Amman 11733, Jordan
- CoTreatAI, CoTreat Pty Ltd., Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia
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Mohamed OS, Almaz SI, Moustafa NR, Ibrahim AA, Hall MA, Karawia I. An In Vitro Validation of DIAGNOdent Versus Radiography for the Detection of Caries Underneath Different Types of Restorations. Cureus 2024; 16:e63689. [PMID: 39092343 PMCID: PMC11293794 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.63689] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/01/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024] Open
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Objective This study aimed to assess the validity of DIAGNOdent as a diagnostic device for the detection of secondary dental caries underneath different types of restorations. Methods A total of 60 extracted human permanent molars were used in this experimental study (30 sound teeth and 30 teeth with proximal caries); 20 teeth (10 sound and 10 carious) were randomly allocated into one of three restoration groups: composite, amalgam, or resin-modified glass ionomer (RMGI). All teeth were examined using both KaVo DIAGNOdent Classic and digital radiographic sensors. Results In the composite-restored teeth, DIAGNOdent showed excellent sensitivity (90%) and specificity (90%). On the other hand, digital radiography had high sensitivity (80%) and poor specificity (20%). In amalgam-restored teeth, DIAGNOdent showed low sensitivity (30%) and excellent specificity (100%), while radiographs showed good sensitivity (70%) and low specificity (30%). In the RMGI-restored teeth, DIAGNOdent had excellent sensitivity (100%) and 70% specificity, while digital radiography had poor sensitivity (30%) and excellent specificity (90%). Conclusions DIAGNOdent showed superior results in detecting secondary caries lesions underneath composite and RMGI restorations when compared to digital radiography. On the other hand, radiography emerged as a preferable method for the detection of secondary caries underneath amalgam restorations. Based on our findings, DIAGNOdent can be used in dental clinics for the early diagnosis of hidden secondary caries underneath composite and RMGI restorations.
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- Osama S Mohamed
- Dental Prosthesis Manufacture Technology Department, Faculty of Applied Health Sciences Technology, Pharos University in Alexandria, Alexandria, EGY
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Pharos University in Alexandria, Alexandria, EGY
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Pharos University in Alexandria, Alexandria, EGY
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Pharos University in Alexandria, Alexandria, EGY
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- Alexandria Dental Research Center, Ministry of Health and Population, Alexandria, EGY
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- Pediatric and Community Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Pharos University in Alexandria, Alexandria, EGY
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Al-Nerabieah Z, AlKhouli M, Dashash M. Assessment of diagnostic accuracy and reliability of reveal fluorescence dental loupes in detecting molar incisor hypomineralization in children. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2024; 46:104033. [PMID: 38432500 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2024.104033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 02/24/2024] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH) poses challenges to accurate diagnosis, impacting children's oral health. Traditional methods exhibit limitations, necessitating innovative approaches. This study aimed to evaluate the reliability and diagnostic accuracy Reveal Fluorescence Dental Loupes (RFDLs) for the detection of MIH METHODS: This cross-sectional study, adhering to STRAD guidelines, involved 38 healthy children (age 7-9) with MIH. Ethical approval and informed consent were obtained. Microscope images and Reveal loupes were employed for examinations. Validity was assessed against microscope results, and inter- and intra-examiner reliability were measured using ICC and Kappa coefficients. Sensitivity, specificity, and overall accuracy were calculated, with an AUC-ROC analysis for discriminatory ability. RESULTS Intra-examiner reliability scores were excellent (Examiner 1: ICC 0.92, Examiner 2: ICC 0.94). Inter-examiner reliability (Kappa 0.92) indicated almost perfect agreement. Reveal demonstrated high sensitivity (82.61 %) and specificity (92.59 %), with an overall accuracy of 88.70 %. AUC-ROC analysis supported its robust discriminatory ability (AUC: 0.871). CONCLUSIONS Reveal Fluorescence Dental Loupes emerged as a promising diagnostic tool for accurate MIH detection, particularly in outreach settings. The study highlights the transformative impact of accessible and reliable diagnostic tools on pediatric oral health outcomes. While acknowledging limitations and the absence of a gold standard, the findings contribute to advancing MIH diagnostic capabilities. Further research in diverse populations is warranted for comprehensive validation.
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- Zuhair Al-Nerabieah
- Paediatric dentistry department, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Syria.
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- Paediatric dentistry department, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Syria
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- Professor, Paediatric dentistry department, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Syria
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Al-Nerabieah Z, AlKhouli M, Dashash M. Preventive efficacy of 38% silver diamine fluoride and CPP-ACP fluoride varnish on molars affected by molar incisor hypomineralization in children: A randomized controlled trial. F1000Res 2024; 12:1052. [PMID: 38778809 PMCID: PMC11109571 DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.136653.2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/13/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Background This randomized controlled trial aimed to compare the efficacy of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and Casein Phosphopeptide-Amorphous Calcium Phosphate fluoride Varnish (CPP-ACPFV) in preventing caries development, enamel breakdown, and sensitivity on molars affected by molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH) in children. Methods A total of 100 children aged 6 to 9 years were enrolled in the study with two contralateral permanent molars mildly affected by MIH. Affected molars were randomly and equally assigned to receive either SDF or CPP-ACPFV treatment. The interventions were applied at four different time points (baseline, 3, 6, 9 months), and the incidence of caries, caries progression, enamel breakdown, and sensitivity were assessed. Results The findings of this study revealed significant differences in the incidence of caries between the groups treated with SDF and CPP-ACPFV ( P-value < 0.05). Similarly, there was a significant difference in caries progression between the two groups ( P-value < 0.05). However, no significant differences were observed in enamel breakdown scores between the treatment groups, as the majority of teeth in both groups exhibited a score of 0. Furthermore, there were no significant differences in sensitivity between the treatment groups throughout the study period. Conclusions In conclusion, the results of this study provide evidence that molars treated with SDF demonstrated a lower incidence of caries and a higher rate of caries arrest compared to those treated with CPP-ACPFV. Both interventions showed promise in preventing enamel breakdown and improving sensitivity. These findings highlight the potential of SDF and CPP-ACPFV as effective treatments for caries prevention and management, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and appropriate dental care strategies in maintaining oral health. Trial registration ISRCTN54243749 (13/01/2022).
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- Zuhair Al-Nerabieah
- Pediatric Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus, Damascus Governorate, Syria
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- Pediatric Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus, Damascus Governorate, Syria
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- Pediatric Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus, Damascus Governorate, Syria
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Ndiaye AD, Gasqui MA, Millioz F, Perard M, Leye Benoist F, Grosgogeat B. Exploring the Methodological Approaches of Studies on Radiographic Databases Used in Cariology to Feed Artificial Intelligence: A Systematic Review. Caries Res 2024; 58:117-140. [PMID: 38342096 DOI: 10.1159/000536277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/13/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION A growing number of studies on diagnostic imaging show superior efficiency and accuracy of computer-aided diagnostic systems compared to those of certified dentists. This methodological systematic review aimed to evaluate the different methodological approaches used by studies focusing on machine learning and deep learning that have used radiographic databases to classify, detect, and segment dental caries. METHODS The protocol was registered in PROSPERO before data collection (CRD42022348097). Literature research was performed in MEDLINE, Embase, IEEE Xplore, and Web of Science until December 2022, without language restrictions. Studies and surveys using a dental radiographic database for the classification, detection, or segmentation of carious lesions were sought. Records deemed eligible were retrieved and further assessed for inclusion by two reviewers who resolved any discrepancies through consensus. A third reviewer was consulted when any disagreements or discrepancies persisted between the two reviewers. After data extraction, the same reviewers assessed the methodological quality using the CLAIM and QUADAS-AI checklists. RESULTS After screening 325 articles, 35 studies were eligible and included. The bitewing was the most commonly used radiograph (n = 17) at the time when detection (n = 15) was the most explored computer vision task. The sample sizes used ranged from 95 to 38,437, while the augmented training set ranged from 300 to 315,786. Convolutional neural network was the most commonly used model. The mean completeness of CLAIM items was 49% (SD ± 34%). The applicability of the CLAIM checklist items revealed several weaknesses in the methodology of the selected studies: most of the studies were monocentric, and only 9% of them used an external test set when evaluating the model's performance. The QUADAS-AI tool revealed that only 43% of the studies included in this systematic review were at low risk of bias concerning the standard reference domain. CONCLUSION This review demonstrates that the overall scientific quality of studies conducted to feed artificial intelligence algorithms is low. Some improvement in the design and validation of studies can be made with the development of a standardized guideline for the reproducibility and generalizability of results and, thus, their clinical applications.
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- Amadou Diaw Ndiaye
- Service d'Odontologie Conservatrice-Endodontie, Université Cheikh Anta Diop, Dakar, Senegal,
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- Laboratoire des Multimatériaux et Interfaces (LMI), UMR CNRS, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Lyon, France
- Service d'Odontologie, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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- CREATIS (Centre de Recherche en Acquisition et Traitement de l'Image pour la Santé) - CNRS UMR - INSERM U1294 - Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 - INSA Lyon, Lyon - Université Jean Monnet Saint-Etienne, Saint-Etienne, France
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- University Rennes, INSERM, Rennes, France
- CHU Rennes, Rennes, France
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- Service d'Odontologie Conservatrice-Endodontie, Université Cheikh Anta Diop, Dakar, Senegal
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- Laboratoire des Multimatériaux et Interfaces (LMI), UMR CNRS, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Lyon, France
- Service d'Odontologie, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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Carneiro VSM, de Melo EL, de Oliveira Mota CCB, da Silva EJ, da Silva AF, Deama NS, Miranda JM, da Rocha SIS, de Lima Pires C, Gomes ASL, de Martínez Gerbi MEM. Optical clearing agents based on metallic and dielectric nanoparticles for caries diagnostic by optical coherence tomography. Clin Oral Investig 2024; 28:72. [PMID: 38175293 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-023-05473-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2023] [Accepted: 12/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess the effect of titanium dioxide (TiO2) and silver (Ag) nanoparticles dispersed in glycerol or water, serving as optical clearing agents nanocolloids (OCAs-NC), for improving optical coherence tomography (OCT) images and highlighting incipient lesions in ex vivo human teeth. MATERIALS AND METHODS Twelve human teeth with incipient lesions were divided into seven groups according to the OCA-NC; they were subjected to G1 (air), G2 (glycerol), G3 (TiO2 0.1%), G4 (TiO2 0.01%), G5 (TiO2 0.001%), G6 (AgNO3 10%), and G7 (AgNO3 100%). The OCA-NC was applied to the occlusal surface, and two-dimensional images of the specimens were analyzed using OCT (930 nm central wavelength; 100 nm bandwidth; 5 mW output power; axial resolution of 7/5.3 μm in water and air, respectively; lateral resolution of 8 μm; and light penetration depth of 1.6 mm inside the sample). RESULTS The findings demonstrated that the utilization of OCAs-NC containing metallic or dielectric nanoparticles (AgNO3 and TiO2) led to improved differentiation between sound and demineralized enamel on occlusal surfaces. Additionally, it enhanced the depth of image penetration when analyzing this hard tissue with OCT. CLINICAL RELEVANCE In the current context of minimally invasive dentistry, the use of OCAs-NC in conjunction with OCT can provide clinicians with early diagnosis, allowing for the determination of less/more invasive therapies and consequently halting the disease before cavitation of dental tissues occurs.
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- Dental School of Pernambuco, Universidade de Pernambuco Campus Arcoverde, Arcoverde, PE, Brazil
- Dental School, Centro Universitário Tabosa de Almeida, Caruaru, PE, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, PE, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Dentistry, Universidade de Pernambuco (PPGO-UPE), Recife, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Dentistry, Universidade de Pernambuco (PPGO-UPE), Recife, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, PE, Brazil
- Department of Physics, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, PE, Brazil
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Porumb (Chifor) I, Leucuta DC, Nigoghossian M, Culic B, Lucaciu PO, Culic C, Badea IC, Leghezeu AN, Nicoara AG, Simu MR. Caries Lesion Assessment Using 3D Virtual Models by Examiners with Different Degrees of Clinical Experience. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:2157. [PMID: 38138260 PMCID: PMC10744345 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59122157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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Background and Objectives: Dental caries is a preventable, reversible disease in its early stages. This study evaluated the intra-rater agreement of International Caries Assessment and Detection System (ICDAS) scores with Medit i500® and Omnicam® scanners versus traditional clinical examinations and the inter-rater agreement using the Omnicam® among senior dentists and dental students and between these two groups. Materials and Methods: A total of 24 patients aged between 21 and 34 years, randomly selected from dental students and interns, underwent four examinations (three intraoral scans and one clinical examination), and the corresponding ICDAS scores were recorded by a randomly selected rater out of the 31 available examiners. The examination team consisted of dental students, dentists with less than 3 years, and dentists with more than 5 years of clinical experience. The following inter- and intra-rater agreement tests for the ordinal data were chosen: Fleiss' kappa coefficient, Cohen's weighted kappa, and inter-class correlations. Results: For all examination techniques, there was statistically significant agreement for the experienced raters (p < 0.05). The highest positive interclass correlation was obtained for inter-rater agreement tests of 288 observations recorded by senior dentists: ICC = 0.969 (95% CI 0.949-0.981). Conclusions: Intra-rater reliability was excellent for Omnicam compared to clinical exams conducted by senior dentists but moderate for Medit i500. Although inter-rater agreement using Omnicam was poor between students and between senior dentists and students, it was excellent among senior dentists.
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- Ioana Porumb (Chifor)
- Department of Preventive Dentistry, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 31 A Iancu Str., 400083 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (I.C.B.)
- SC Chifor Meddent SRL, 9 Gh Doja Str., 400068 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Medical Informatics and Biostatistics, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 4 Pasteur Str., 400349 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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- Faculty of Dental Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Avram Iancu Str., No 31, 400083 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (A.-N.L.); (A.G.N.)
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- Dental Propedeutics and Aesthetics Department, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 32 Clinicilor Str., 400006 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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- Department of Oral Health, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 15 Victor Babes Str., 400012 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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- Department of Odontology, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 33 Motilor Str., 400001 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Preventive Dentistry, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 31 A Iancu Str., 400083 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (I.C.B.)
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- Faculty of Dental Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Avram Iancu Str., No 31, 400083 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (A.-N.L.); (A.G.N.)
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- Faculty of Dental Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Avram Iancu Str., No 31, 400083 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (A.-N.L.); (A.G.N.)
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400083 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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Portella PD, de Oliveira LF, Ferreira MFDC, Dias BC, de Souza JF, Assunção LRDS. Improving accuracy of early dental carious lesions detection using deep learning-based automated method. Clin Oral Investig 2023; 27:7663-7670. [PMID: 37906303 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-023-05355-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 11/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the effectiveness of a convolutional neural network (CNN) in detecting healthy teeth and early carious lesions on occlusal surfaces and to assess the applicability of this deep learning algorithm as an auxiliary aid. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 2,481 posterior teeth (2,459 permanent and 22 deciduous teeth) with varying stages of carious lesions were classified according to the International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS). After clinical evaluation, ICDAS 0 and 2 occlusal surfaces were photographed with a professional digital camera. VGG-19 was chosen as the CNN and the findings were compared with those of a reference examiner to evaluate its detection efficiency. To verify the effectiveness of the CNN as an auxiliary detection aid, three examiners (an undergraduate student (US), a newly graduated dental surgeon (ND), and a specialist in pediatric dentistry (SP) assessed the acquired images (Phase I). In Phase II, the examiners reassessed the same images using the CNN-generated algorithms. RESULTS The training dataset consisted of 8,749 images, whereas the test dataset included 140 images. VGG-19 achieved an accuracy of 0.879, positive agreement of 0.827, precision of 0.949, negative agreement 0.800, and an F1-score of 0.887. In Phase I, the accuracy rates for examiners US, ND, and SP were 0.543, 0.771, and 0.807, respectively. In Phase II, the accuracy rates improved to 0.679, 0.886, and 0.857 for the respective examiners. The number of correct answers was significantly higher in Phase II than in Phase I for all examiners (McNemar test;P<0.05). CONCLUSIONS VGG-19 demonstrated satisfactory performance in the detection of early carious lesions, as well as an auxiliary detection aid. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Automated detection using deep learning algorithms is an important aid in detecting early caries lesions and improves the accuracy of the disease detection, enabling quicker and more reliable clinical decision-making.
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- Paula Dresch Portella
- Stomatology Department, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Avenida Prefeito Lothário Meissner, 632, Jardim Botânico, Curitiba, PR, 80210-170, Brazil.
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- Stomatology Department, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Avenida Prefeito Lothário Meissner, 632, Jardim Botânico, Curitiba, PR, 80210-170, Brazil
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- Stomatology Department, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Avenida Prefeito Lothário Meissner, 632, Jardim Botânico, Curitiba, PR, 80210-170, Brazil
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- Stomatology Department, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Avenida Prefeito Lothário Meissner, 632, Jardim Botânico, Curitiba, PR, 80210-170, Brazil
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Spagopoulos D, Michou S, Gizani S, Pappa E, Rahiotis C. Fluorescence and Near-Infrared Light for Detection of Secondary Caries: A Systematic Review. Dent J (Basel) 2023; 11:271. [PMID: 38132409 PMCID: PMC10742255 DOI: 10.3390/dj11120271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2023] [Revised: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Early detection of secondary caries near dental restorations is essential to prevent further complications. This systematic review seeks to evaluate the sensitivity of fluorescence and near-infrared (NIR) imaging techniques for detecting secondary caries and to provide insight into their clinical utility. METHODS A comprehensive search strategy was used to select studies from seven databases, emphasizing diagnostic accuracy studies of secondary caries detection using fluorescence and NIR imaging techniques. The Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies-2 (QUADAS-2) instrument assessed bias risk and practicality. Two evaluators performed data extraction, screening, and quality assessment independently. RESULTS From 3110 initial recordings, nine studies were selected for full-text analysis. Wide variations in sensitivity (SE) and specificity (SP) values were reported across the studies. These studies exhibited variable SE and SP values, and the findings highlighted the importance of method selection based on clinical context. This systematic review underlines the potential for fluorescence and NIR imaging to detect secondary caries. However, results from different studies vary, indicating the need to consider additional variables such as restoration materials. CONCLUSIONS Although these technologies exhibit potential for detecting caries, our research underscores the complex procedure of identifying secondary caries lesions. It is a continuous necessity for progress in dental diagnostics to promptly identify secondary caries lesions, particularly those in proximity to tooth-colored ones.
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- Dimitrios Spagopoulos
- Department of Operative Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece; (D.S.); (E.P.)
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- Department of Odontology, University of Copenhagen, DK-2200 Copenhagen, Denmark;
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Operative Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece; (D.S.); (E.P.)
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- Department of Operative Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece; (D.S.); (E.P.)
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Hiltch G, Steier L, de Figueiredo JAP. Enhanced Clinical Decision-Making and Delivery of Minimally Invasive Care Using the ICCMS4D Integrated with Hands-Free Fluorescence-Based Loupes and a Chemomechanical Caries Removal Agent. Eur J Dent 2023; 17:1356-1362. [PMID: 37105220 PMCID: PMC10756833 DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1764423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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The purpose of this case report was to evaluate an approach for enhanced clinical decision-making while providing minimally invasive treatment, using the combined International Caries Classification and Management System (ICCMS 4D) with hands-free fluorescence-enhanced loupes (Reveal, Designs for Vision Inc., New York City, NY, United States) and a chemo-mechanical caries removal agent (Papacárie Duo Gel, Formula & Acao, Sao Paulo, Brazil). In recent decades, a shift towards a conservative approach to caries management has developed. The use of adequate operative techniques and correct decision-making are of paramount importance for early caries detection and tooth-preserving operative care. The use of noninvasive fluorescence-based adjuncts for enhanced diagnostic accuracy has gained popularity. Fluorescence describes the absorption of photons by a molecule, followed by its partial emission at a longer wavelength. Fluorescence detection of bacterial activity is largely based on the red/orange fluorescence emanating from bacterial metabolism, and has been shown to be found particularly in active caries and mature anaerobic plaque. The combined approach of using the standardized visual International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) with fluorescence as an operative adjunct was shown to enhance the advantages of both systems. The approach may potentially increase detection sensitivity without compromising the specificity of the visual tactile method. A recent hands-free device is aimed to combine simultaneous diagnosis and therapy (theragnosis) using fluorescence, while overcoming possible obstacles to workflow continuity. The "Reveal" fluorescence-enhanced loupes are fitted with a dual white light/fluorescence light, and are said to allow the clinician to conduct any operational procedure with optional fluorescence guidance, from detection to caries removal, to treatment completion. Using the described method, a comprehensive pathway that emphasizes evidence-based information, correct clinical decision-making, and a minimally invasive therapeutic approach was proposed. The approach may represent a potential advancement in providing minimally invasive caries care.
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- Gal Hiltch
- Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul—UFRGS, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences, Dental School, University of Pennsylvania- UPENN, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Chan EK, Wah YY, Lam WYH, Chu CH, Yu OY. Use of Digital Diagnostic Aids for Initial Caries Detection: A Review. Dent J (Basel) 2023; 11:232. [PMID: 37886917 PMCID: PMC10605137 DOI: 10.3390/dj11100232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2023] [Revised: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023] Open
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The advance in digital diagnostic technologies has significantly facilitated the detection of dental caries. Despite the increase in clinically available digital diagnostic aids for dental caries, there is yet to be a comprehensive summary of all available technology. This review aims to provide an overview of digital diagnostic aids for the clinical detection of dental caries, particularly those at an initial stage. Currently available digital diagnostic aids for caries detection can be classified into four categories according to the initial source of energy, including radiation-based aids, light-based aids, ultrasound-based aids, and electric-based aids. Radiation-based aids use ionizing radiation, normally X-ray, to produce images of dental structures. Radiation-based aids encompass digital bitewing radiography and cone beam computed tomography. Light-based aids employ light or laser to induce signals for the detection of the changes in the carious dental hard tissue. Common light-based aids include digital transillumination and light/laser-induced fluorescence. Ultrasound-based aids detect the signal of ultrasound waves to assess the acoustic impedance of the carious teeth. The ultrasound caries detector is an available ultrasound-based aid. Electric-based aids assess the changes in the electric current conductance or impedance of the teeth with caries. Available electric-based aids include electrical conductance measurement and alternating current impedance spectroscopy. Except for these clinically available digital diagnostic aids, many digital diagnostic aids for caries detection are still under development with promising results in laboratory settings.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China (W.Y.-H.L.); (C.-H.C.)
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Lippert F, Eder JS, Eckert GJ, Mangum J, Hegarty K. Detection of artificial enamel caries-like lesions with a blue hydroxyapatite-binding porosity probe. J Dent 2023; 135:104601. [PMID: 37364728 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2023.104601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2023] [Revised: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES This in vitro study investigated the ability of a blue protein-based hydroxyapatite porosity probe to selectively detect artificial enamel caries-like lesions of varying severities. METHODS Artificial caries-like lesions were formed in enamel specimens using a hydroxyethylcellulose-containing lactic acid gel for 4/12/24/72 or 168 h. One untreated group was used as a control. The probe was applied for 2 min and unbound probe rinsed off with deionized water. Surface color changes were determined spectrophotometrically (L*a*b* color space) and with digital photography. Lesions were characterized using quantitative light-induced fluorescence (QLF), Vickers surface microhardness, and transverse microradiography (TMR). Data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA. RESULTS Digital photography did not reveal any discoloration in unaffected enamel. However, all lesions stained blue with color intensity positively correlated with demineralization times. The color data reflected similar trends: lesions became significantly darker (L* decreased) and bluer (b* decreased), while overall color differences (ΔE) increased significantly after probe application (4-h lesion, mean±standard deviation: ΔL*=-2.6 ± 4.1/Δb*=0.1 ± 0.8/ΔE=5.5 ± 1.3 vs. 168-h lesion: ΔL*=-17.3 ± 1.1/Δb*=-6.0 ± 0.6/ΔE=18.7 ± 1.1). TMR analysis revealed distinct differences in integrated mineral loss (ΔZ) and lesion depth (L) between demineralization times (4-h lesion: ΔZ=391±190 vol%min × µm/L = 18.1 ± 10.9 µm vs. 168-h lesion: ΔZ=3606±499 vol%min × µm/L = 111.9 ± 13.9 µm). QLF and microhardness were also able to differentiate between demineralization times. L and ΔZ strongly correlated (Pearson correlation coefficient [r]) with Δb* (L vs. Δb*: r=-0.90/ΔZ vs. Δb*: r=-0.90), ΔE (r = 0.85/r = 0.81), and ΔL* (r=-0.79/r=-0.73). CONCLUSION Considering the limitations of this study, the blue protein-based hydroxyapatite-binding porosity probe appears to be sufficiently sensitive to distinguish between unaffected enamel and artificial caries-like lesions. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Early detection of enamel caries lesions remains one of the most critical aspects in the diagnosis and management of dental caries. This study highlighted the potential of a novel porosity probe in detecting artificial caries-like demineralization by objective means.
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- Frank Lippert
- Department of Cariology, Operative Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Oral Health Research Institute, Indiana University School of Dentistry, 415 Lansing Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA.
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- Department of Cariology, Operative Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Oral Health Research Institute, Indiana University School of Dentistry, 415 Lansing Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, Indiana University School of Medicine, 410 W. Tenth St., Suite 3000, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
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- Incisive Technologies Pty Ltd, Level 4, 71 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
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- Incisive Technologies Pty Ltd, Level 4, 71 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
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Charvat J, Prochazka A, Kucera T, Tichy A, Yurchenko M, Himmlova L. Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy as a Novel Method of Caries Detection-An In Vitro Comparative Study in Permanent Teeth. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:diagnostics13111878. [PMID: 37296731 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13111878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Revised: 05/20/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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This in vitro study aimed to compare outcomes of dental caries detection using visual inspection classified according to the International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) with objective assessments using a well-established laser fluorescence system (Diagnodent pen) and a novel diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS) device. One hundred extracted permanent premolars and molars were utilized, including sound teeth, teeth with non-cavitated caries, or teeth with small cavitated lesions. A total of 300 regions of interest (ROIs) were assessed using each detection method. Visual inspection, being a subjective method, was performed by two independent examiners. The presence and extent of caries were histologically verified according to Downer's criteria, serving as a reference for other detection methods. Histological results revealed 180 sound ROIs and 120 carious ROIs, categorized into three different extents of caries. Overall, there was no significant difference between the detection methods in sensitivity (0.90-0.93) and false negative rate (0.05-0.07). However, DRS exhibited superior performance in specificity (0.98), accuracy (0.95), and false positive rate (0.04) compared to other detection methods. Although the tested DRS prototype device exhibited limited penetration depth, it shows promise as a method, particularly for the detection of incipient caries.
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- Jindrich Charvat
- Institute of Dental Medicine, First Faculty of Medicine of the Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, 121 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Department of Computing and Control Engineering, University of Chemistry and Technology in Prague, 166 28 Prague, Czech Republic
- Czech Institute of Informatics, Robotics and Cybernetics, Czech Technical University in Prague, 166 36 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Histology and Embryology, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University in Prague, 128 01 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Dental Medicine, First Faculty of Medicine of the Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, 121 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Dental Medicine, First Faculty of Medicine of the Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, 121 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Dental Medicine, First Faculty of Medicine of the Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, 121 08 Prague, Czech Republic
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Amaechi BT, Phillips TS, Perozo BI, Kataoka Y, Movaghari Pour F, Farah R, Obiefuna AC, Farokhi MR. Evaluation of a novel caries detecting oral rinse. BDJ Open 2023; 9:12. [PMID: 36941251 PMCID: PMC10027680 DOI: 10.1038/s41405-023-00134-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2022] [Revised: 02/07/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2023] [Indexed: 03/23/2023] Open
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AIM LumiCare™ Caries Detection Rinse (LC Rinse), a starch-based rinse, illuminates active initial caries (positive response) using dental curing light, thus augmenting the dentist's visual examination. This clinical study investigated if active caries as assessed by the International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) were more likely to have positive LC Rinse response than sound surfaces and inactive caries. METHODS 25 subjects participated in the study. Caries was assessed on selected teeth and the entire dentition, firstly using ICDAS and then by fluorescence evaluation after LC Rinse application. Data were statistically analyzed using Diagnostic Odds Ratio (OR) and Chi-square test X2 (α = 0.05). Sensitivity (Se), specificity (Sp), and Diagnostic accuracy (DA) were calculated. RESULTS With selected teeth, active caries were 638.6 times (60.05 with full dentition) more likely to have positive LC Rinse response than sound surfaces and inactive caries combined (X2, p < 0.01) and 191.67 times (18.35 with full dentition) than inactive lesions only (X2, p < 0.01). With combined sound surfaces and inactive caries, Se, Sp, and DA of LC Rinse assessment were 0.94, 0.98, and 0.96 respectively. CONCLUSIONS LC Rinse can distinguish between active caries, inactive caries and hypomineralization, and can augment caries detection with high sensitivity, specificity, and diagnostic accuracy.
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- Bennett Tochukwu Amaechi
- Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Texas Health San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA.
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- Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Texas Health San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA
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- Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Texas Health San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA
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- Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Texas Health San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA
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- Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Texas Health San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA
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- Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Texas Health San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA
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- Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Texas Health San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA
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The Detection of Dental Pathologies on Periapical Radiographs—Results from a Reliability Study. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12062224. [PMID: 36983223 PMCID: PMC10056324 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12062224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2023] [Revised: 03/05/2023] [Accepted: 03/11/2023] [Indexed: 03/17/2023] Open
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(1) Background: Caries, periapical lesions, periodontal bone loss (PBL), and endo-perio lesions are common dental findings that require an accurate diagnostic assessment to allow appropriate disease management. The purpose of this reliability study was to compare the inter- and intra-rater reliability for the detection of the above-mentioned pathologies on periapical radiographs. (2) Methods: Fourteen dentists (three with more than two years and eleven with less than two years of work experience) participated in a training workshop prior to data acquisition. A total of 150 radiographs were assessed by all raters in two rounds. Cohen’s Kappa (CK) values and a binary logistic regression were calculated. (3) Results: The reliability was found in a moderate and substantial range of agreement: caries (mean inter-rater CK value/first round 0.704/mean inter-rater CK value/second round 0.659/mean intra-rater CK value 0.778), periapical lesions (0.643/0.611/0.768), PBL (0.454/0.482/0.739) and endo-perio lesion (0.702/0.689/0.840). The regression model revealed a significant influence of the clinical experience, and furthermore, periapical pathologies and PBL were identified less reliably in comparison to caries and endo-perio lesions. (4) Conclusions: The dentist’s ability to detect the chosen pathologies was linked with significant differences. Periapical lesions and PBL were identified less reliably than caries and endo-perio lesions.
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Shaalan OO. DIAGNOdent versus International Caries Detection and Assessment System in detection of incipient carious lesions: A diagnostic accuracy study. J Conserv Dent 2023; 26:199-206. [PMID: 37205891 PMCID: PMC10190091 DOI: 10.4103/jcd.jcd_575_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2022] [Revised: 01/03/2023] [Accepted: 01/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/29/2023] Open
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Aim The present investigation aimed at assessing the diagnostic accuracy of DIAGNOdent compared to the International Caries Detection and Assessment System-II (ICDAS-II) in the detection of facial, smooth surface noncavitated carious lesions. Settings and Design Sixty patients were enrolled in the current study according to the eligibility criteria. There were 161 teeth with noncavitated, white spot carious lesions and 32 sound teeth. Materials and Methods Before examination, teeth were cleaned and polished and all patients were assessed under standardized operating conditions: preset dental unit position, operating light, and prolonged air drying (approximately 5 s). All teeth were assessed by two calibrated examiners individually without any contact using ICDAS-II and DIAGNOdent. Statistical Analysis The diagnostic accuracy of DIAGNOdent device was determined, including sensitivity, specificity, overall accuracy, positive and negative predictive values, and receiver operating characteristic curve analysis. Chi-square test was conducted to compare the distribution of ICDAS-II and DIAGNOdent scores. Inter-observer agreement between assessors was evaluated using Cohen's kappa test. Results In the current study, DIAGNOdent had an overall accuracy of 84.45% with sensitivity and specificity of 87.58% and 96.87%, respectively, and +PV and -PV of 97.7% and 83.9%, respectively, when score 0 represented sound tooth surface, while scores 1 and 2 were considered clinically noncavitated carious lesions. Moreover, when only ICDAS score 1 was considered representing first visual change in enamel, DIAGNOdent had an accuracy of 74.15% with sensitivity and specificity of 83.53% and 90.62%, respectively, and +PV and -PV of 93% and 78.6%, respectively. In the present study, when only ICDAS score 2 was considered representing distinct visual change in enamel, DIAGNOdent had an accuracy of 100% with sensitivity and specificity of 100% and 100%, respectively, and +PV and -PV of 100% and 100%, respectively. Conclusions The overall performance of DIAGNOdent was equivalent to the visual inspection using ICDAS-II. DIAGNOdent might be considered a useful adjunctive device for detection and monitoring development of noncavitated carious lesions on facial smooth surfaces.
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- Omar Osama Shaalan
- Department of Conservative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Ntovas P, Michou S, Benetti AR, Bakhshandeh A, Ekstrand K, Rahiotis C, Kakaboura A. Occlusal caries detection on 3D models obtained with an intraoral scanner. A validation study. J Dent 2023; 131:104457. [PMID: 36858167 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2023.104457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2022] [Revised: 02/13/2023] [Accepted: 02/15/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the diagnostic performance of visual caries assessment on 3D dental models obtained using an intraoral scanner and to compare it with the performance of the clinical visual inspection. METHODS Fifty-three permanent posterior teeth scheduled for extraction were randomly selected and included in this study. One to three independent examination sites on the occlusal surface of each tooth were clinically inspected using International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) criteria. Afterwards, the examined teeth were scanned intraorally with a 3D intraoral scanner (TRIOS 4, 3Shape TRIOS A/S, Copenhagen, Denmark) using white and blue-violet light (415 nm wavelength) to capture the colour and fluorescence signal from the tissues. Six months after the clinical examination, the same examiner conducted the on-screen assessment of the obtained 3D digital dental models at the selected examination sites using modified ICDAS criteria. Both tooth colour and fluorescence texture with high resolution were assessed. Lastly, an independent examiner conducted the histological examination of all teeth after extraction. Using histology as the reference test, Sensitivity (SE), Specificity (SP), Accuracy (ACC), area under the Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curve, and Spearman's correlation coefficient were calculated for the clinical and on-screen ICDAS assessments. RESULTS The ACC values of the evaluated methods varied between 0.59-0.79 for initial caries lesions and 0.77-0.99 for moderate-extensive caries lesions. Apart from SE values corresponding to caries in the inner half of enamel, no significant difference was observed between clinical visual inspection and on-screen assessment. In addition, no difference was found in the assessment of 3D models with tooth colour alone or supplemented with fluorescence for all the evaluated diagnostic measures. CONCLUSIONS On-screen visual assessment of 3D digital dental models with tooth colour or fluorescence showed a similar diagnostic performance to the clinical visual inspection when detecting and classifying occlusal caries lesions on permanent teeth. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE 3D intraoral scanning can aid the detection and classification of occlusal caries as part of patient screening and can potentially be used in remote caries assessment for clinical and research purposes.
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- P Ntovas
- Operative Dentistry Department, School of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
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- Department of Odontology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Denmark; 3Shape TRIOS A/S, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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- Department of Odontology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Odontology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Odontology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Operative Dentistry Department, School of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
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- Operative Dentistry Department, School of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
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Alamoudi A, Alamoudi R, Gazzaz Y, Alqahtani AM. Role of Salivary Biomarkers in Diagnosis and Detection of Dental Caries: A Systematic Review. Diagnostics (Basel) 2022; 12:diagnostics12123080. [PMID: 36553087 PMCID: PMC9777252 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12123080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2022] [Revised: 11/30/2022] [Accepted: 12/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Saliva plays a significant role in oral health and tooth integrity. Salivary components reduce tooth surface exposure to demineralization, protect against teeth wear and aid in enamel remineralization. There is a growing attempt to use salivary markers in diagnosing or predicting caries. However, despite the current information, there has yet to be an agreement among scholars. This study seeks to contribute more evidence on the suitability of salivary biomarkers in dental caries diagnosis. Eligible studies were electronically searched on online databases PubMed, Elsevier's Scopus, EMBASE and Web of Science, and all the studies that met the inclusion criteria were considered. The PECOS criteria guided the study selection process based on the study question. The risk of bias was assessed using the STROBE checklist. Eighteen articles were included in the analysis. All the studies presented relevant data concerning the study objectives. There was evidence of associations between salivary biomarkers and dental caries, and the correlations were either positive or negative. The studies presented significant heterogeneity; thus, a meta-analysis was not possible. Salivary biomarkers appeared to perform crucial and complementary functions toward tooth integrity and thus may be reliable in predicting or diagnosing dental caries in patients.
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- Ahmed Alamoudi
- Department of Oral Biology, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
- Correspondence:
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- General Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
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- General Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
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- General Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
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Annual review of selected scientific literature: A report of the Committee on Scientific Investigation of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry. J Prosthet Dent 2022; 128:248-330. [PMID: 36096911 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2022.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2022] [Revised: 07/15/2022] [Accepted: 07/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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The Scientific Investigation Committee of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry offers this review of the 2021 dental literature in restorative dentistry to inform busy dentists regarding noteworthy scientific and clinical progress over the past year. Each member of the committee brings discipline-specific expertise to coverage of this broad topical area. Specific subject areas addressed, in order of the appearance in this report, include COVID-19 and the dental profession (new); prosthodontics; periodontics, alveolar bone, and peri-implant tissues; implant dentistry; dental materials and therapeutics; occlusion and temporomandibular disorders; sleep-related breathing disorders; oral medicine and oral and maxillofacial surgery; and dental caries and cariology. The authors focused their efforts on reporting information likely to influence daily dental treatment decisions with an emphasis on future trends in dentistry. With the tremendous volume of dentistry and related literature being published daily, this review cannot possibly be comprehensive. Rather, its purpose is to update interested readers and provide important resource material for those interested in pursuing greater details on their own. It remains our intent to assist colleagues in negotiating the extensive volume of important information being published annually. It is our hope that readers find this work useful in successfully managing the patients and dental problems they encounter.
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Schwendicke F, Cejudo Grano de Oro J, Garcia Cantu A, Meyer-Lueckel H, Chaurasia A, Krois J. Artificial Intelligence for Caries Detection: Value of Data and Information. J Dent Res 2022; 101:1350-1356. [PMID: 35996332 PMCID: PMC9516598 DOI: 10.1177/00220345221113756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
Abstract
If increasing practitioners’ diagnostic accuracy, medical artificial intelligence (AI)
may lead to better treatment decisions at lower costs, while uncertainty remains around
the resulting cost-effectiveness. In the present study, we assessed how enlarging the data
set used for training an AI for caries detection on bitewings affects cost-effectiveness
and also determined the value of information by reducing the uncertainty around other
input parameters (namely, the costs of AI and the population’s caries risk profile). We
employed a convolutional neural network and trained it on 10%, 25%, 50%, or 100% of a
labeled data set containing 29,011 teeth without and 19,760 teeth with caries lesions
stemming from bitewing radiographs. We employed an established health economic modeling
and analytical framework to quantify cost-effectiveness and value of information. We
adopted a mixed public–private payer perspective in German health care; the health outcome
was tooth retention years. A Markov model, allowing to follow posterior teeth over the
lifetime of an initially 12-y-old individual, and Monte Carlo microsimulations were
employed. With an increasing amount of data used to train the AI sensitivity and
specificity increased nonlinearly, increasing the data set from 10% to 25% had the largest
impact on accuracy and, consequently, cost-effectiveness. In the base-case scenario, AI
was more effective (tooth retention for a mean [2.5%–97.5%] 62.8 [59.2–65.5] y) and less
costly (378 [284–499] euros) than dentists without AI (60.4 [55.8–64.4] y; 419 [270–593]
euros), with considerable uncertainty. The economic value of reducing the uncertainty
around AI’s accuracy or costs was limited, while information on the population’s risk
profile was more relevant. When developing dental AI, informed choices about the data set
size may be recommended, and research toward individualized application of AI for caries
detection seems warranted to optimize cost-effectiveness.
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- F Schwendicke
- Department of Oral Diagnostics, Digital Health and Health Services Research, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Oral Diagnostics, Digital Health and Health Services Research, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Oral Diagnostics, Digital Health and Health Services Research, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Restorative, Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, zmk bern, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, King George's Medical University, Lucknow, India
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- Department of Oral Diagnostics, Digital Health and Health Services Research, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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Hamdi K, Hamama HH, Motawea A, Fawzy A, Mahmoud SH. Long-term evaluation of early-enamel lesions treated with novel experimental tricalcium silicate paste: A 2-year randomized clinical trial. J ESTHET RESTOR DENT 2022; 34:1113-1121. [PMID: 35815478 DOI: 10.1111/jerd.12941] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2022] [Revised: 06/07/2022] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the current study is to evaluate the remineralization potential of experimental tricalcium silicate (TCS) paste in comparison with more popular remineralizing agents like silver diamine fluoride potassium iodide (SDF-KI) and casein phosphopeptide amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) on early enamel lesions. MATERIALS AND METHODS Forty-five patients in the age range of 15-50 years had early enamel lesions on the buccal surface of molar teeth. The patients were randomly divided into three treatment groups (SDF-KI, CPP-ACP, and TCS group) with 15 patients per group. Lesions were evaluated clinically by DIAGNOdent pen immediately and after 3,6,12, and 24 months of treatment. RESULTS The study was completed with 45 patients and 92 teeth. Twice-daily application of CPP-ACP and TCS paste showed a significant remineralization effect on early enamel lesions after 24 months (p < 0.001). Also, annual application of SDF-KI showed a significant remineralization effect after 24 months (p < 0.001). There was a significant difference between (SDF-KI and CPP-ACP) and (SDF-KI and TCS) at the different follow-up periods 3,6,12, and 24 months (p < 0.001). Meanwhile, there was no significant difference between CPP-ACP and TCS at the mentioned follow-up periods (p > 0.05). CONCLUSION TCS showed potential remineralization for early enamel lesions. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Experimental TCS is a promising remineralizing agent for management of early enamel lesions.
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- Kareem Hamdi
- Operative Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- UWA Dental School, University of Western Australia, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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- Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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Emerging Technologies for Dentin Caries Detection-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11030674. [PMID: 35160127 PMCID: PMC8837049 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11030674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2021] [Revised: 01/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed at assessing the diagnostic accuracy of emerging technologies, such as laser fluorescence (LF), transillumination, light-emitting diode devices, optical coherence tomography (OCT), alternating current impedance spectroscopy, fluorescence cameras (FC), photo-thermal radiometry, and modulated luminescence technology. In vivo and in vitro results of such non-ionizing, non-invasive, and non-destructive methods’ effectiveness in non-cavitated dentin caries detection are sometimes ambiguous. Following the PRISMA guidelines, 34 relevant research articles published between 2011–2021 were selected. The risk of bias was assessed with a tool tailored for caries diagnostic studies, and subsequent quantitative uni- and bi-variate meta-analysis was carried out in separate sub-groups according to the investigated surface (occlusal/proximal) and study setting (in vivo/in vitro). In spite of the high heterogeneity across the review groups, in vitro studies on LF and FC proved a good diagnostic ability for the occlusal surface, with area under the curve (AUC) of 0.803 (11 studies) and 0.845 (five studies), respectively. OCT studies reported an outstanding performance with an overall AUC = 0.945 (four studies). Promising technologies, such as OCT or FC VistaProof, still need well-designed and well-powered studies to accrue experimental and clinical data for conclusive medical evidence, especially for the proximal surface. Registration: INPLASY202210097.
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Current Novel Caries Diagnostic Technologies: Restorative Dentists' Attitude and Use Preferences. Healthcare (Basel) 2021; 9:healthcare9101387. [PMID: 34683068 PMCID: PMC8535563 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare9101387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2021] [Revised: 10/02/2021] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Early detection of caries lesions is key to a successful restorative dental treatment plan. The aim of this study was to investigate the preferences and attitude of graduate restorative dentistry residents (RDRs) regarding novel caries diagnostic technologies (NCDT) and to provide a brief overview of available technologies for both specialized and general dental practice. This cross-sectional study used an online questionnaire (17 questions) concerning RDRs’ attitude, preferences, and insights regarding five available NCDTs. It was distributed among twenty RDRs at a local government dental school following a review session about NCDTs. Collected responses were analyzed statistically using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), chi-squared with Bonferroni correction, and Kruskal-Wallis tests at a 0.05 significance level. Sixty-five percent of RDRs reported an interest in NCDTs as a discussion topic and almost half of them were positive towards their use, however, sixty percent of respondents were hesitant to diagnose caries solely using NCDTs. Fiber-optic-transillumination (FOTI) systems were ranked the best overall and with regard to all the investigated criteria (p < 0.05). Chosen reasons for FOTI included price followed by ease of use. In general, high price rated as the most perceived reason for not choosing a given NCDT followed by low practical applicability. Meanwhile, ease of use followed by relevant application ranked as the main reported reasons to choose an NCDTs.
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