Light Probe for Tooth Decay, Plaque Detection -- University of Liverpool, Inspektor Research Systems BV

medGadget -- Scientists at the University of Liverpool, along with colleagues at Inspektor Research Systems BV, Amsterdam, Holland, have developed a dental probe for identifying early plaque build-up and decay of the teeth. It is hoped that the eventual product will be easy enough for anyone to use at home. Moms and dads, for example, will be able to more effectively monitor the dental health of their children.

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