Intraoral scanners may improve detection of dental restoration deterioration

Researchers have compared the accuracy of intraoral scanners with visual assessment when measuring the wear of dental materials.

In a study published in the Journal of Dentistry, the researchers evaluated glass ionomer restorative material wear in 36 patients using either intraoral scanners or visual assessment over a period of one year.

The researchers found that there was disagreement between the wear analysis made by the intraoral scanners and visual assessments. For instance, the intraoral scanners were more effective and accurate at detecting details of wear compared with visual assessment. The observed surface deterioration of the dental restorations was determined to be nonphysiological, increasing the risk of occlusal alterations and accelerated restoration aging.

The findings supported the integration of intraoral scanners in dental material assessments to aid in earlier diagnoses.

Read more: Journal of Dentistry

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