NOVEL IMAGINING TECHNIQUES FOR EARLY DETECTION OF DENTAL CARRIES
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Keywords
Dental caries, caries detection, dental imaging techniques, early detection, oral healthcare.
Abstract
Objective: This research aimed to critically evaluate and consolidate existing knowledge on novel imaging techniques for early dental caries detection. The objective was to provide an overview of the latest advancements in dental imaging technologies, focusing on their sensitivity, specificity, and clinical utility.
Study design: Cross-sectional Study
Place and duration time: The study was conducted online, utilizing a wide range of academic databases and journals. The duration of the study spanned several months to gather and analyze the necessary data and literature.
Materials and methods: Data collection involved the review of academic articles, research
papers, and clinical studies related to dental imaging and caries detection. Various statistical methods were employed to analyze and interpret the data, including frequency analysis, chi-square tests, regression analysis, and correlation analysis.
Results: The results revealed a diverse range of imaging modalities utilized in dental care,
with digital radiography and optical coherence tomography (OCT) being prominent choices. However, there was no significant association between the choice of imaging modality and caries detection or clinical applicability. Regression analysis showed that age had minimal impact on caries detection sensitivity. Correlation analysis indicated weak or non-significant relationships between variables.
Conclusion: This study highlights the complexity of dental caries detection, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach that considers various factors beyond imaging modality. While technological advancements have improved dental imaging, the study underscores the significance of clinical expertise and patient-related factors. Further research is warranted to enhance the clinical integration of these emerging techniques and to refine strategies for early detection of dental caries. Top of Form
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Dr Kashif Adnan
BDS,MFDS,RCPS(Glasgow),FICD,Demonstrator/Registrar,Maxillofacial Surgery Department, de' Montmorency College of Dentistry, Lahore.
Dr. Muhammad Usman
BDS, DENTAL SURGEON, KHYBER MEDICAL UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF DENTAL SCIENCES, ABBOTTABAD KPK.
Syed Amjad Abbas
Assistant Professor, Head of Department Oral Pathology, Rehman College of Dentistry, Peshawar
Dr. Hafiz Mahmood Azam
BDS, M.phil .C.H.P.E Associate Professor, Head of Department, Science of Dental Materials Muhammed Medical and Dental college Mirpurkhas
Anam Hameed
BS Zoology, Government College University Faisalabad.
Muhammad Usman Majeed
Faculty of Computing and Information Technology, University of the Punjab Lahore, Pakistan.
Dr. Sibtain Afzal
Senior Lecturer, College of Medicine, Al-Faisal University, Riyadh, KSA