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Traditional lesion detection aids.

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    Dental lesion detection aids improve caries diagnosis sensitivity. Bitewing radiography and fibre-optic transillumination (FOTI) enhance visual examination, aiding longitudinal monitoring of initial lesions.

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    • Dental diagnostics
    • Caries detection technologies

    Background:

    • Visual examination is primary for caries detection.
    • Lesion detection aids aim to increase sensitivity without sacrificing specificity.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the role of dental probes, bitewing radiography, and fibre-optic transillumination (FOTI) in caries detection.
    • To assess the diagnostic performance and utility of various lesion detection aids.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of established and emerging lesion detection aids including dental probes, bitewing radiography, and FOTI.
    • Analysis of diagnostic performance at different tooth sites and consideration of treatment decision factors.

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    • Probing for 'stickiness' is obsolete due to lack of sensitivity gain and risk of damage.
    • Bitewing radiography aids detection of hidden lesions, with varying performance at approximal and occlusal sites.
    • FOTI enhances visual examination across all surfaces; both radiography and FOTI require training for accurate interpretation.

    Conclusions:

    • Bitewing radiography and FOTI can improve caries detection sensitivity.
    • Radiography involves radiation risks and requires risk-based interval assessment.
    • Lesion detection aids are valuable for monitoring initial lesion behavior over time.