Cavity Detection – Has cavity detection technology improved in recent years?
In the old days, cavity detection was routinely conducted with the jabbing, poking and probing that patients don’t particularly enjoy. Over the years, cavity detection dyes were developed to help with the diagnostic process. Using a dental explorer is still required to rule out “false positives” that detection dyes are known for generating. Diagnodent, a digital laser device favored by many dental practices, uses modern laser technology to detect and assess caries. The use of a dental explorer is significantly minimized and is minimally invasive. Records of digital assessments of given tooth structures enable a dentist to monitor the changes in decalcification, an indicator of caries development. Click here for detailed information and video.
