The effect of dental probing on subsequent enamel demineralization.
By using an explorer on demineralized fissures, an entrance may be created through which cariogenic micro-organisms and their metabolic products can directly penetrate into the softened subsurface. The effect of probing on the rate of formation and growth of lesions was quantified in vitro.
van Dorp
C S
CS
Department of Cariology and Endodontology, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam.
Exterkate
R A
RA
ten Cate
J M
JM
D000818:Animals; D002417:Cattle; D003731:Dental Caries / Q000209:etiology*; D003743:Dental Enamel / Q000293:injuries / Q000473:pathology*; D003762:Dental Instruments / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008852:Microradiography