No X-Rays needed? new scanner spots early tooth decay in minutes
NCT ID NCT07342595
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a handheld scanner that uses safe near-infrared light to find early cavities without radiation. Fifty adults scheduled for a tooth extraction will get an extra 5-minute scan before their procedure. The scanner's results will be compared to standard X-rays and visual checks to see if it can catch decay just as well. If it works, dentists might spot problems earlier and treat them with less drilling.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- intraoral scanner with near-infrared light (iTero Lumina)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this scanner could help dentists find early cavities without X-rays, allowing less invasive treatments and better prevention.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 participants. The tool may not be as accurate as traditional methods, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Zurich - Center for Dental Medicine
Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8032, Switzerland
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