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Comparing Fluorescent Starch Nanoparticles Rinse with ICDAS for Early Caries Detection in Children
Sponsor: Cairo University
Summary
The present study aims to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of fluorescent starch nanoparticles caries detection rinse versus the International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) in identifying early dental caries among children from 6 to 11 years old.
Official title: Clinical Effectiveness of Fluorescent Starch Nanoparticles Caries Detection Rinse Versus International Caries Detection and Assessment System for Detection of Early Dental Caries in Children: a Diagnostic Accuracy Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
6 Years - 11 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
78
Start Date
2025-03-10
Completion Date
2026-08-15
Last Updated
2025-01-07
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Fluorescent Starch Nanoparticles Caries Detection Rinse
The fluorescent starch nanoparticles caries detection rinse is an innovative diagnostic tool designed to enhance the early detection of active dental caries. It contains proprietary fluorescent starch nanoparticles that infiltrate the porous enamel of active caries lesions. Upon illumination with a standard dental curing light, the nanoparticles fluoresce, allowing clinicians to differentiate active caries from inactive lesions and other enamel conditions. This rinse is evaluated as a non-invasive, highly sensitive, and specific diagnostic device.
Locations (1)
Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University
Cairo, Giza Governorate, Egypt