title: A new method of image formation using cathodoluminescence in the SEM: CL absorption by superficial stains.
abstract: The distribution of superficial histological stains on tooth samples can be demonstrated in the scanning electron microscope (SEM) due to the absorption by the stain of the auto-cathodoluminescence (light) arising from the underlying substrate. Practical procedures by which this has been achieved are described.
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D005840:Gentian Violet; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor / Q000254:growth & development / Q000648:ultrastructure; D008163:Luminescent Measurements; D008855:Microscopy, Electron, Scanning / Q000379:methods; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000628:therapy; D051381:Rats; D014070:Tooth / Q000648:ultrastructure*
chemical_list: D005840:Gentian Violet