Dental caries is one of the most prevalent chronic oral diseases worldwide and remains a major public health concern. The disease begins with microscopic demineralization of enamel, which is reversible if diagnosed at an early stage. Therefore, early detection of carious lesions is essential to implement preventive and minimally invasive treatment strategies before irreversible tooth destruction occurs.
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Cavitated carious lesions
Previous restorative treatment on the examined tooth
Antibiotic therapy during the previous month,
Systemic diseases affecting salivary secretion