Light-Based scanner could spot mouth cancer early

NCT ID NCT00540774

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tested a non-invasive optical device that uses light to detect and diagnose various mouth conditions, including gum disease, dry mouth, and oral cancer. Over 1,000 adults with and without oral lesions were imaged using techniques like fluorescence and spectroscopy. The goal was to develop a safer, faster way to screen for oral diseases without needing a biopsy.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beckman Laser Institute and Medical Clinic

    Irvine, California, 92612, United States

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