Evaluation the Effectiveness of the Laser Fluorescence Device DIAGNOdent Pen in Detecting Primary Tooth Caries


Abstract in English

Aim:This study was conducted to compare the in vivo effectiveness of DIAGNOdent pen with conventional methods (visual and radiographic examination) for the detection of occlusal and approximal caries in primary molars.

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