N/A
Completed N=35
Validation of Near-infrared Light Transillumination for Interproximal Enamel Caries Detection
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT02657538 ↗Enrolled (actual)
35
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
Aug 2016
Primary outcomePrimary: Caries Extension According to Diagnocam Codes 0-4 (Intra- and Interrater-Reliability, Sensitivity and Specificity) — 0.68; 0.87; 0.62; 0.76 weighted Kappa
Summary
The aim of this study is to validate a near-infrared light transillumination device (DIAGNOcam, KaVo, Biberach, Germany) for interproximal enamel caries detection and compare it with the established diagnostic methods (visual examination and bitewing radiography). The aim is to avoid/reduce ionizing radiation for caries diagnostic purposes.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Caries Extension According to Diagnocam Codes 0-4 (Intra- and Interrater-Reliability, Sensitivity and Specificity) |
0.68; 0.87; 0.62; 0.76; 0.42; 0.60 | — |
| SECONDARY Lesion Activity |
— | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- ASA-Status 1
- Complete permanent dentition
- Bitewing radiography already existing (< 4 months)
- Minimum of one cavitation-free approximal surface, symptomless, interproximal enamel or dentin caries lesion in the posterior teeth without restorations and/or sound tooth surface.
Exclusion Criteria
- Children younger than 15 Years
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT02657538). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.